vasectomy

irishh_bob · 28-05-2011 12:59pm #1

hello everyone , not sure if this is even the right forum for this topic , im seriously considering having a vasectomy and have a few basic questions

1. do you need a referal from your GP in order to arrange to have one

2. how long would you need to take off work following the proceedure

3. how long would you usually be on painkillers or medication following the proceedure

4. how long before everything is back to normal following the proceedure in terms of being able to partake in physical activity and im refering to sport , exercise , even , going for a run

thanks in advance

ravima · 28-05-2011 8:43pm

like having a tooth out. no need for referral - no need to take time off work - no need for painkillers - maybe a fortnight before getting back to activesport

Im Only 71Kg · 28-05-2011 8:50pm

dont do it man.

alex73 · 28-05-2011 8:55pm

Don't go there. Knew a guy who got post-vasectomy pain syndrome, really painful. Its more common than they let on.

LegacyUser · 28-05-2011 9:08pm

1.Some places do require a referral, others do not. A discussion with your GP will allow someone who knows you to explain the operation, and it's effects to you. It may be worth talking to him/her and then considering your options and making sure you are happy to go ahead, rather than filling out a form in the five minutes before hand.
Some places that do vasectomies require a signed form/release to show that your doctor/someone has discussed the implications with you and your partner.

2.I got it done on a thursday around 12. Didn't feel much until around 5 that evening. Best off staying in bed with frozen peas until saturday. Was up and about on sunday morning, but still took care not to lift the kids for a week or two.

3. Local anasthetic that they give you wears off after a few hours. Painkillers(buy neurofen) for a day or two, nothing too bad.

4. In terms of exercise, it was probably 13 days later I went back playing soccer.
Running wasn't too bad, but a football to the groin was definitely sorer than normal.

Other matters
You need supportive underwear (bikini/brief, not standard boxers) for may 6 weeks after.
Bleeding should be minimal.
Pain in the groin means you're probably doing too much, take it easier, put back on the briefs.
You still need to use condoms for at least 20 weeks (they say, to cover their asses) More likely at least 8 weeks. You send off samples at 20 and 24 weeks to confirm sterilisation.

Best of luck

LegacyUser · 28-05-2011 9:08pm

Wonder if many people regret getting them? I have been toying with the idea myself. Only 28 YO but I despise kids. Anyone here got one?

Eric Cartman · 29-05-2011 9:28pm

Anyone regret it ? is there any age / number of kids limit on it ? , as above , 20s , hate kids,

also how much does it usually cost ?

alex73 · 29-05-2011 10:03pm

TGC Lurker wrote: »

Wonder if many people regret getting them? I have been toying with the idea myself. Only 28 YO but I despise kids. Anyone here got one?

I think the thing got man men is that to be a real man is to be a fertile one. To choose to become a man shooting blanks for many is a step too far.

stoneill · 30-05-2011 3:44am

Back to the OP's point

Where do you go?
I want to get the snip done - don't have the time to take a day off to get it done.

orandy · 30-05-2011 10:12am

I had vasectomy six years ago, in my late thirties, we decided three kids was enough. Went to the Well woman clinic (!) in Northside Shopping centre. No GP referral. Both us had to have a counselling session, which was fairly intensive- sure you don't any more kids? what if your partner dies and you meet someone else? etc.etc.
I doubt that they would perform the op on someone in their twenties who says they don't like kids - everyone can change their minds, and as they say, the operation should be regarded as irreversible as the success rate for reversing is so low.
from talking to many friends who have had it done- the problems of pain arise mostly from people who tried to rush back to work etc. Do what they tell you- stay in bed for 24 hours- back to work after 4-5 days, and there generally isn't any problem. Sport took a few weeks. Don't even think of trying to go back to work the same day.
Absolutely no regrets, we'd had enough kids and it was and still is, wonderful for the sex life!:D

irishh_bob · 30-05-2011 10:30am

alex73 wrote: »

Don't go there. Knew a guy who got post-vasectomy pain syndrome, really painful. Its more common than they let on.

i already suffer with chronic pain in my back and in my rib area , i probably wouldnt notice another sore spot

seriously though , due to my condition ( it may get worse and will never get better ) , i cant see myself ever being able to afford kids and i dont buy into the idea that not having kids is somehow selfish , on the contary , i think having them if you cant afford to is selfish in the extreme , anyway , thats another debate

thanks for all the advice everyone

OldGoat · 30-05-2011 3:02pm

I had my snip in the Well Woman clinic too. As mentioned above there was counciling for my wife and I.
The procedure only takes a matter of minutes.
I was capable of getting up and doing light work after a couple of days but I did manage to streach out my recovery time on the couch for a week before she realised I was faking it.

to be a real man is to be a fertile one

- I thought to be a real man you had to support United? Damn, look at all the money I wasted on season tickets and I don't even like soccerball.:rolleyes:

sam34 · 30-05-2011 7:29pm

alex73 wrote: »

I think the thing got man men is that to be a real man is to be a fertile one. To choose to become a man shooting blanks for many is a step too far.

OldGoat wrote: »

I thought to be a real man you had to support United? Damn, look at all the money I wasted on season tickets and I don't even like soccerball.:rolleyes:

on a serious note i have heard a few men say that they'd feel like "less of a man" if they'd had the snip.

as a female whose ex-partner had had it done, i can say that it made no appreciable difference to the sex or the quality and quantity of the semen (sorry if tmi but its something i think people might be concerned about). and it was a huuuuuuuuuuuuuuge relief not to have to worry about contraception.

MadsL · 31-05-2011 2:05am

Can't believe the "real man" comments here. He's taking about a vasectomy not fking castration!!

...and it's reversable!

Also perhaps some statistics might be better than "Don't do it, I knew a guy once..."

A phone and postal survey of 172 patients 4 years after vasectomy found that 15% of respondents experienced chronic testicular discomfort that was troublesome and that 33% of respondents experienced some chronic testicular discomfort.[6]

A retrospective postal survey of 396 men found that 4% had significant genital pain for more than one year that required surgical intervention.[7]

Another study contacted 470 vasectomy patients and received 182 responses, finding that 18.7% of respondents experienced chronic genital pain with 2.2% of respondents experiencing pain that adversely affected quality of life.[17]

Treatment depends on the proximate cause. In one study, it was reported that 9 of 13 men who underwent vasectomy reversal in an attempt to relieve post-vasectomy pain syndrome became pain-free, though the followup was only one month in some cases.[2] Another study found that 24 of 32 men had relief after vasectomy reversal. [15]

Nerve entrapment is treated with surgery to free the nerve from the scar tissue, or to cut the nerve.[13] One study reported that denervation of the spermatic cord provided complete relief at the first follow-up visit in 13 of 17 cases, and that the other four patients reported improvement.[7] As nerves may regrow, long-term studies are needed.]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-vasectomy_pain_syndrome

banie01 · 31-05-2011 11:42am

I had my Vasectomy in August of '09 (aged 29) at the Parnell Medical Practice in Ennis.
Yes I needed a letter from my GP, and a counselling session.
I found ice and rest to be just as effective as the painkillers.
As for time off work....It depends on the Job I was in an office at the time so I had the snip on a Friday and went to work on a Monday, couldn't imagine going back so quick if I had a physical job.
As for the prcedure.
It was @15mins under local anaesthetic, most disconcerting experience of the whole thing was the smell of cooking pork from my 'nads whilst being cauterised :P
I left the clinic with a prescription for a few days worth of Zydol and that along with plenty of ice I got over the 1st few days with no trouble.
I did have a few weeks of discomfort alright(Doctor actually described it as blueballs syndrome!LOL)
Supportive underwear and occasional icing when the discomfort got bad(which wasn't often in fairness) and I was fully recovered and back playing Rugby in @3weeks.

nicecupotay · 02-06-2011 9:25pm

For anyone who has had it done,is there any truth in having an increased sex drive afterwards?
I've heard a few stories of guys being seriously frustrated after having a vasectomy!!
Also,what kind of price would it be?

Sparkyd2002 · 03-06-2011 4:14pm

Had mine done in Cork. rang Dr <modsnip>, booked myself in. Went in at 9am two weeks later (their first available slot) and had it done. Minor discomfort but no major pain really. Was at my desk in work for 10am. Wouldnt hesitate to recommend it.

Mod note.

Do not post names of doctors/surgeons.

westskipper · 08-06-2011 7:46pm

Had mine done 6 months ago. small incision with single stitch on either side. A lot of Bruising for about 3 weeks, but not really sore as such. Back in work after weekend. Funny sensation in the nuts for about 2 weeks afterwards, like a light cramp, but after a month or so i forgot i ever had it done. All completely normal now, no after effects at all. Unprotected sex is so much more fun with the missus, no accidents or scares about pregnancy any more

If youre certain you already have enough kids and dont want any more, or are getting a bit too old for more babies, then definitely get it done, no question.

irishh_bob · 10-06-2011 3:13pm

westskipper wrote: »

Had mine done 6 months ago. small incision with single stitch on either side. A lot of Bruising for about 3 weeks, but not really sore as such. Back in work after weekend. Funny sensation in the nuts for about 2 weeks afterwards, like a light cramp, but after a month or so i forgot i ever had it done. All completely normal now, no after effects at all. Unprotected sex is so much more fun with the missus, no accidents or scares about pregnancy any more If youre certain you already have enough kids and dont want any more, or are getting a bit too old for more babies, then definitely get it done, no question.

how much did it cost ?

westskipper · 14-06-2011 8:48pm

irishh_bob wrote: »

how much did it cost ?

Cost approx 450 euro. not covered by health insurance normally

PM me if you want details of the clinic i attended in North Co Dublin.

BailMeOut · 15-06-2011 11:47am

Get it done on a Friday afternoon and then just take to the couch for the weekend. By Monday you will be good to go. Packets of frozen peas work great to relieve pain and swelling.

Highly recommend it if you are 100% positive that you do not want any more kids.

nicecupotay · 15-06-2011 11:40pm

westskipper wrote: »

Cost approx 450 euro.

Not too bad,thought it would cost a lot more.
But does it affect the sex drive in any way?

OldGoat · 16-06-2011 8:53am

nicecupotay wrote: »

But does it affect the sex drive in any way?

No.

westskipper · 16-06-2011 10:47pm

OldGoat wrote: »

No.

not mine anyway

getzls · 03-07-2011 7:47pm

irishh_bob wrote: »

1. do you need a referal from your GP in order to arrange to have oneLive in N. Ire, i went to GP. he referred me to Hospital were some nice Doctor felt my balls for some reason. Few months later got app to get it done. I had no problems and i was back at work next day. Not the same for all i suppo

conorby · 15-07-2011 10:25pm

Done today, feels like a big kick in the nether regions. Hopefully will wear off over the weekend.

BailMeOut · 15-07-2011 10:30pm

conorby wrote: »

Done today, feels like a big kick in the nether regions. Hopefully will wear off over the weekend.

well done. Take it easy all weekend and you will be grand.

Delancey · 18-07-2011 1:04am

MadsL wrote: »

Can't believe the "real man" comments here. He's taking about a vasectomy not fking castration!!

...and it's reversable!

Most unwise to get a vasectomy and think its reversible - undoing a vasectomy is expensive , not many surgeons are willing to do it and the sucess rate is not near 100% ( scar tissue , etc can prevent a sucessful reversal ).
Consider it permanent .

6th · 19-08-2011 9:29am

I had mine under general last august and after 6 weeks I went back for my follow up appointment to be told they removed blood vessel instead of vas! I had to get it done again in fen under general and thankfully this time was a success. I got the all clear a couple of weeks back.

I'm hoping for a decreased sex drive as a side affect. Genuinely.

Imhof Tank · 19-08-2011 1:33pm

6th wrote: »

I'm hoping for a decreased sex drive as a side affect. Genuinely.

Trial and error, or are you basing your hope on anything scientific?

6th · 19-08-2011 3:06pm

Imhof Tank wrote: »

6th wrote: »

I'm hoping for a decreased sex drive as a side affect. Genuinely.

Trial and error, or are you basing your hope on anything scientific?

I read it as a possible side affect.

Imhof Tank · 19-08-2011 3:32pm

6th wrote: »

I read it as a possible side affect.

I would be curious as to where you read that? I find it hard to believe that this is a known possible side effect and someone like myself who has had the procedure would never have been advised of the risk.

Now if you are saying your source is for example a (potentially unreliable) internet site, then I think it is highly irresponsible to be repeating such bunkom here.

Anyway on topic, in my own experience there are no such side effects - the opposite if anything.

6th · 19-08-2011 4:09pm

my GP gave it as a possible side affect. He said in some cases men have found a decrease in sex drive after the procedure.

irishh_bob · 19-08-2011 10:37pm

BailMeOut wrote: »

Get it done on a Friday afternoon and then just take to the couch for the weekend. By Monday you will be good to go. Packets of frozen peas work great to relieve pain and swelling.

Highly recommend it if you are 100% positive that you do not want any more kids.

can you drive home yourself after the proceedure

6th · 19-08-2011 11:45pm

irishh_bob wrote: »

can you drive home yourself after the proceedure

I had to have someone drive me home both times though that was due to the fact I had a general not a local.

Imhof Tank · 20-08-2011 9:02pm

6th wrote: »

my GP gave it as a possible side affect. He said in some cases men have found a decrease in sex drive after the procedure.

6th - I am agahst that nobody else is reacting to you on this.

Was the gp who gave you this info the same one who did the procedure, or from the same practice? Is there a chance he/she was trying to discourage you with scare stories??

6th · 21-08-2011 5:51am

Imhof Tank wrote: »

6th wrote: »

my GP gave it as a possible side affect. He said in some cases men have found a decrease in sex drive after the procedure.

6th - I am agahst that nobody else is reacting to you on this.

Was the gp who gave you this info the same one who did the procedure, or from the same practice? Is there a chance he/she was trying to discourage you with scare stories??

No got it done completely separet to the gp.

getzls · 21-08-2011 9:36pm

6th wrote: »

my GP gave it as a possible side affect. He said in some cases men have found a decrease in sex drive after the procedure.

Didn't decrease my sex drive although my wife might have wished for that.:D

Victor Meldrew · 22-08-2011 1:41pm

irishh_bob wrote: »

can you drive home yourself after the proceedure

Even if you have a local, get a lift back and take it really easy, My better half drove me there and back and then i bundled myself into a cab and stayed in my Mums for the first night and most of the next day (sat) so I would not have to lift or be attacked by my two boys at home.

The "ahem" support, is very useful, and I still use it now (10 days post procedure)

Took some solpadine for 2 days but no "real" pain...

get 2 small bags of frozen peas so you can rotate them for the first few days. they help a lot.

and, without leading you and giving you medical advice, go to someone who does loads of these and is surgically trained, preferably a urologist. mine cost me €600 all in..

your local GP may only do this on occasion.... My old GP advertised this, but after once getting him to stitch a finger together, there is no way he was going near me down there.... :eek:

semka · 22-08-2011 4:16pm

I have it done 11 years ago in the limerick family planniing clinic. It last a couple of minutes and by Fu*k did it hurt LOL.. Well only for a second. I was back in the saddle the following morning. Rather gently though. I was back at my desk job 3 days later. Go for it. Im like a walking condom now. :pac::pac::pac::pac::pac:

westskipper · 23-08-2011 9:41pm

irishh_bob wrote: »

can you drive home yourself after the proceedure

I drove home 150 miles after the procedure, although i only had the local anaesthetic and the 'laser/no scalpel/bloodless' method which means only two tiny incisions 1/2 " long on either side - 1 stitch in each. Slightly uncomfortable for a few dayss, bit of bruising etc but back at work 3rd day after. If u get it done on friday you will be at work on monday.

no side effects, no loss of sex drive, no problems at all...and most of all no more babies

hadepsx · 23-08-2011 10:04pm

can it be done on medical card

Imhof Tank · 24-08-2011 10:08pm

6th wrote: »

No got it done completely separet to the gp.

OK. Would you say the GP was possibly trying to put you off with the scare story then?

6th · 25-08-2011 7:28am

nah he was very supportive of it.

TheFatMan · 25-08-2011 9:11pm

Hi Guys

I tried claiming tax relief on my vasectomy. Got audited by revenue as we had nearly 13K of medical bills in the same year.

This was the only receipt they rejected and said it wasnt eligible for Tax relief.

But my wife's prescription for her pill could be claimed! Mad!

willmunny1990 · 28-08-2011 2:38am

just dont do it!

getzls · 29-08-2011 6:39pm

willmunny1990 wrote: »

just dont do it!

Why not, easy. Better than your wife getting done.

Pataman · 27-09-2011 4:02pm

6th wrote: »

I had to have someone drive me home both times though that was due to the fact I had a general not a local.

How many sets of balls do you have?

scholar007 · 27-09-2011 4:50pm

What do you tell them at work?

Ring ring "Hello" "Hello" Sorry i won't be in today, I'm getting my nuts detached....silence!!!

6th · 27-09-2011 6:52pm

I was very vocal about mine but I'm not what you'd call shy.

sam34 · 27-09-2011 7:37pm

scholar007 wrote: »

What do you tell them at work?

Ring ring "Hello" "Hello" Sorry i won't be in today, I'm getting my nuts detached....silence!!!

"I'm having a minor surgical procedure".

nobody needs to know your personal medical information.

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