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irishh_bob

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

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kunst nugget wrote: »

Doc Brown is a character in Back to the Future. The user is most definitely not a doctor...

Dr. Brown also make babies bottles

had to ask anyway if he was or not.

RebelButtMunch

paul_booth_fan wrote: »

I don't want to derail the thread, but, coming from an Anti Vaxxer, I find that hilariously hypocritical.

Bit of a personal attack there, and there seems to be a bit of resistance generally to sentiment that there is a risk involved and a price to pay for at least a certain % of procedures. The statistics seem to be there to prove it through studies. Of course, there's always going to be a study to prove anything unfortunately.

As my son joked yesterday "I'm going to scroll through pages of proof to find the one that justifies my argument"

paul_booth_fan

RebelButtMunch wrote: »

Bit of a personal attack there, and there seems to be a bit of resistance generally to sentiment that there is a risk involved and a price to pay for at least a certain % of procedures. The statistics seem to be there to prove it through studies. Of course, there's always going to be a study to prove anything unfortunately.

As my son joked yesterday "I'm going to scroll through pages of proof to find the one that justifies my argument"

A personal attack? Nah. If I said something like "for not only believing Andrew Wakefield did nothing wrong, but for pushing the ludicrous pseudoscience that vaccines cause autism, and that people are right to flatly ignore decades of peer reviewed research in favour of emotions, Dr Brown is beyond moronic....." then yeah, that would be a personal attack. I didn't say that though.

I'm simply drawing attention to the posters history of repeatedly pushing his own agenda onto the conversation.... in several threads mind you, where he is often banned amid troll allegations. It's not unfeasible to think he has an ulterior motive, and I'm of the opinion that pretty much everything he says should be taken with a healthy pinch of salt.

I don't think anyone in here though is actually trying to deny the statistics on post vasectomy pain, or complications etc. I honestly went in a little naive, but my doctor laid it all out and gave me the choice. That's why I maintain, you should talk to your doctor and get all the relevant information from them. By all means, listen to what other people say, but you should look at the odds yourself and then decide if you think it's worth the risk. I can't seem find any long term studies on it, but the early statistics show that a vasectomy performed with a laser, as opposed to scalpel, is anywhere from 5 to 8 times less likely to suffer follow up complications, less bleeding and less risk of infection.

There are success stories and horror stories out there. All you can do really is take them on board and decide what's best for you.

RockDaddy

There has definitely been a few on this thread over the last two years or so, who have ulterior motives. By the way they put their point forward and attempts to defend it, I assume they are from the anti-vaxer or religious nut brigade...or both!!

paul_booth_fan wrote: »

A personal attack? Nah. If I said something like "for not only believing Andrew Wakefield did nothing wrong, but for pushing the ludicrous pseudoscience that vaccines cause autism, and that people are right to flatly ignore decades of peer reviewed research in favour of emotions, Dr Brown is beyond moronic....." then yeah, that would be a personal attack. I didn't say that though.

I'm simply drawing attention to the posters history of repeatedly pushing his own agenda onto the conversation.... in several threads mind you, where he is often banned amid troll allegations. It's not unfeasible to think he has an ulterior motive, and I'm of the opinion that pretty much everything he says should be taken with a healthy pinch of salt.

I don't think anyone in here though is actually trying to deny the statistics on post vasectomy pain, or complications etc. I honestly went in a little naive, but my doctor laid it all out and gave me the choice. That's why I maintain, you should talk to your doctor and get all the relevant information from them. By all means, listen to what other people say, but you should look at the odds yourself and then decide if you think it's worth the risk. I can't seem find any long term studies on it, but the early statistics show that a vasectomy performed with a laser, as opposed to scalpel, is anywhere from 5 to 8 times less likely to suffer follow up complications, less bleeding and less risk of infection.

There are success stories and horror stories out there. All you can do really is take them on board and decide what's best for you.

RockDaddy

I just thought I would give an little update on my procedure, (my previous posts detail my experience of operation etc.). I am 15 months post-op and I have never had an issue.

I have had no pain or discomfort, apart from the first few weeks post op. It has had absolutely no effect on myself, my libido, ejaculation etc.

The procedure (no scalpel, no needle) was done by Dr John McCormick. He is in the Molesworth Clinic, but he travels to Cork and Galway every month too.

Ludikrus

RockDaddy wrote: »

I just thought I would give an little update on my procedure, (my previous posts detail my experience of operation etc.). I am 15 months post-op and I have never had an issue.

I have had no pain or discomfort, apart from the first few weeks post op. It has had absolutely no effect on myself, my libido, ejaculation etc.

The procedure (no scalpel, no needle) was done by Dr John McCormick. He is in the Molesworth Clinic, but he travels to Cork and Galway every month too.

Do pardon my ignorance please, but if no scalpel, no needle how does this gentleman do it? Is it completely by laser? How long is recovery?

Peckham

Ludikrus wrote:

Do pardon my ignorance please, but if no scalpel, no needle how does this gentleman do it? Is it completely by laser? How long is recovery?

I had mine done by him in January.

Anesthetic administered by spray. Then a small nick made and he pulls out the vas deferens and does the snipping and sealing outside before pushing it all back inside.

Takes 15 minutes. Recovery can vary by patient, but I got DART home and after an evening resting on the couch was back to regular activities the following day.

Was back running within a week.

Highly recommend him, as do many others here.

RockDaddy

For my procedure, instead of using a needle and injecting into your scrotum he has a piece of equipment that flicks onto the skin (for the want of a better word) you can hear a clicking sound when applied. You feel very little really.

Then instead of cutting your scrotum with a scalpel, he traps the vas tightly against the skin and makes a very small incision and pulls the vas through that. So there is no wound requiring stitches after the procedure, just a little steri strip used.

Peckham wrote: »

I had mine done by him in January.

Anesthetic administered by spray. Then a small nick made and he pulls out the vas deferens and does the snipping and sealing outside before pushing it all back inside.

Takes 15 minutes. Recovery can vary by patient, but I got DART home and after an evening resting on the couch was back to regular activities the following day.

Was back running within a week.

Highly recommend him, as do many others here.

JacksonHeightsOwn

RockDaddy wrote: »

I just thought I would give an little update on my procedure, (my previous posts detail my experience of operation etc.). I am 15 months post-op and I have never had an issue.

I have had no pain or discomfort, apart from the first few weeks post op. It has had absolutely no effect on myself, my libido, ejaculation etc.

The procedure (no scalpel, no needle) was done by Dr John McCormick. He is in the Molesworth Clinic, but he travels to Cork and Galway every month too.

As a matter of interest, how long before you are completely twinge free?

I got mine done 2 weeks ago. Generally ok, but sometimes after a hard day's work (manual job) im still a little achy, nothing too serious, but noticeable none the less?

knipex

Im one of the outliers.
Went in for scalpel free and about 15 mins in he told me that there as some bleeding. ended up on the table for over 45 minutes, He advised that there would be some swelling. There was, quite a bit. Ended up going back to him after a week and was put on stronger pain meds and anti inflammatory. I was back at work in 2 days and pain wasn't awful but had to be careful standing and sitting for about 5 days.

After 3 weeks I was 93% back to myself, no pain meds at all and after 6 weeks 100%, not even a twinge.

I had gallbladder removed about a year later.. In out same day within a week I was 95% recovered and in 2 weeks was 100%.

But I was an outlier, all the people I know who had it done had far faster and hassle free recovery.

RockDaddy

Is there a moderator on this thread?

Was the comment by "Joe83soap" taken down or did they remove it themselves?

RockDaddy

I cant remember now, but there might have been a a dull ache there for a few weeks, mainly due to swelling. I certainly cant recall any pain.

I do remember getting a pins and needles sensation after ejacualtion for a few weeks, not painful just that sort of sensation/feeling. Personally, I wouldn't worry after only two weeks.

chrisbonnie wrote: »

As a matter of interest, how long before you are completely twinge free?

I got mine done 2 weeks ago. Generally ok, but sometimes after a hard day's work (manual job) im still a little achy, nothing too serious, but noticeable none the less?

JacksonHeightsOwn

RockDaddy wrote: »

I cant remember now, but there might have been a a dull ache there for a few weeks, mainly due to swelling. I certainly cant recall any pain.

I do remember getting a pins and needles sensation after ejacualtion for a few weeks, not painful just that sort of sensation/feeling. Personally, I wouldn't worry after only two weeks.

4 weeks post op now, and I have to be honest, I feel 100%.

No twinges or anything.

I wouldnt say I panicked, but I kept reading how you could go back to work the next day and within 3 days light exercise. But it was certainly longer than that for me.

Maybe because I'm in a manual trade it took a little bit longer than what I was reading.

I'd say 2 to 3 weeks to be back to normal completely.

But that you're in bits or anything, you just feel, as you know yourself, like the aftermath of a flick on the balls. But terribly bad, but just annoying.

But perfect now

Jude13

Great reading all this, I am home for four days in August and have booked in for the day I land home. Hope I am not laid up for the four days home. Have 8+ hours flight to enjoy also. Going to McCormick also.

greenspurs

Jude13 wrote: »

Great reading all this, I am home for four days in August and have booked in for the day I land home. Hope I am not laid up for the four days home. Have 8+ hours flight to enjoy also. Going to McCormick also.

If it is ok to ask, How much would that cost ?

A2LUE42

greenspurs wrote: »

If it is ok to ask, How much would that cost ?

The total cost of a vasectomy is €450. This is the total inclusive cost including the semen analysis.http://www.elmwood.ie/services/vasectomy/vasectomy

RockDaddy

A2LUE42 wrote: »

The total cost of a vasectomy is €450. This is the total inclusive cost including the semen analysis.http://www.elmwood.ie/services/vasectomy/vasectomy

You can claim 20% back on Med1 also!

grames_bond

or it is free if you have a medical card

_Kaiser_

I think it's time I get this done really. I've been thinking about it on and off for the last 2 years or so, but I've decided that at 44 and with a 7 year old son already, I'm quite happy never to have anymore.

I was going to get it done in that place in Clane as its conveniently between work and home, but it seems they've changed doctor? I see mixed comments here in the last few pages.. Anything recent?

Then there's the doctor in Dublin referenced above which would be fine too, but I have a practical question...

Can you drive home afterwards? I wouldn't really have anyone to chauffer me home. I drive an automatic if that makes any difference though. Alternatively, I could bus it but 2 hours on a bus after getting it done doesn't sound like fun.

Thanks for any feedback

Dday84

_Kaiser_ wrote: »

I think it's time I get this done really. I've been thinking about it on and off for the last 2 years or so, but I've decided that at 44 and with a 7 year old son already, I'm quite happy never to have anymore.

I was going to get it done in that place in Clane as its conveniently between work and home, but it seems they've changed doctor? I see mixed comments here in the last few pages.. Anything recent?

Then there's the doctor in Dublin referenced above which would be fine too, but I have a practical question...

Can you drive home afterwards? I wouldn't really have anyone to chauffer me home. I drive an automatic if that makes any difference though. Alternatively, I could bus it but 2 hours on a bus after getting it done doesn't sound like fun.

Thanks for any feedback

You be grand to drive afterward they only numb the area take 15 min the off you go. You will be sore once the anisteitic wears off but you probably be home by then. I had mine done almost 3 years ago at 31 at morehampton clinic in donnybrook booked it here http://vasectomy.ie/ never had anyajor problems after the first few days

A2LUE42

_Kaiser_ wrote: »

I think it's time I get this done really. I've been thinking about it on and off for the last 2 years or so, but I've decided that at 44 and with a 7 year old son already, I'm quite happy never to have anymore.

I was going to get it done in that place in Clane as its conveniently between work and home, but it seems they've changed doctor? I see mixed comments here in the last few pages.. Anything recent?

Then there's the doctor in Dublin referenced above which would be fine too, but I have a practical question...

Can you drive home afterwards? I wouldn't really have anyone to chauffer me home. I drive an automatic if that makes any difference though. Alternatively, I could bus it but 2 hours on a bus after getting it done doesn't sound like fun.

Thanks for any feedback

Drove from Cork to Clare after and no issues.

Drifter50

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Yes indeed there are an awful lot of posts on this thread simply about possible pain and discomfort. However there is another angle that is not talked about too much here.....loss of libido.

Got mine done, fairly simple procedure and went back for the test, all good. Went back to the sex life after a little break and of course she was delighted.. no more pills. After a few months started to struggle with the libido, went back to the doctor and told him. He said don`t worry its all in your head, we can help with that and prescribed viagra. Major reaction to Viagra, headaches, red face, feels like booming blood pressure so I went back again to the doctor. So he changed me to Cialis, that was fine and then I tried to come off it and it started letting me down again. Now my wife is getting really frustrated with it, telling me the amount of work she has to do to get me going is not fair and she can`t be arsed with it sometimes.Now its causing issues between us and really I wish I had stuck with no vasectomy. Anyone else struggle with this?

Gavlor

Jesus lads I came in here to ask if there’s tax relief (med expenses) for my upcoming snip. Wish I hadn’t bothered now based on the two posts above!

rpmcs

Gavlor wrote: »

Jesus lads I came in here to ask if there’s tax relief (med expenses) for my upcoming snip. Wish I hadn’t bothered now based on the two posts above!

I came on here 6 yr ago...... still haven't got it done after reading some of these ðŸ˜µ

Jurgen The German

Been thinking about getting it done for a while now. Have two beautiful children that I love more than life itself however I don't think they will be having another sibling. People seem to be recommending McCormick in Dublin CC and that's who I'm thinking of going with, I've a couple or questions for those that have had it.

1) is it simply a matter of ringing them and booking an appointment or is there a requirement for a pre-op meeting?

2) how soon could one get an appointment?

3) are you ok to drive directly afterwards?

4) says on the website about shaving ones sac before hand, I trim anyway but never wet shave, would complete hairlessness be required?

knipex

Jurgen The German wrote: »

1) is it simply a matter of ringing them and booking an appointment or is there a requirement for a pre-op meeting?

Yes. Preopp meeting and opp were done same day for me. In quick meeting. Send out for 15 mins with load of paperwork, back in. Snip.

Jurgen The German wrote: »

2) how soon could one get an appointment?

I was waiting 3 days. Depends on clinic and how busy they are. Guy I went to only does the snip one day a week.

Jurgen The German wrote: »

3) are you ok to drive directly afterwards?

Yes, no problem

Jurgen The German wrote: »

4) says on the website about shaving ones sac before hand, I trim anyway but never wet shave, would complete hairlessness be required?

I did no special prep, wasn't asked to. I have been told that they don't want you to shave in case a nick causes an infection or irritation.

Peckham

Jurgen The German wrote: »

Been thinking about getting it done for a while now. Have two beautiful children that I love more than life itself however I don't think they will be having another sibling. People seem to be recommending McCormick in Dublin CC and that's who I'm thinking of going with, I've a couple or questions for those that have had it.

1) is it simply a matter of ringing them and booking an appointment or is there a requirement for a pre-op meeting?

2) how soon could one get an appointment?

3) are you ok to drive directly afterwards?

4) says on the website about shaving ones sac before hand, I trim anyway but never wet shave, would complete hairlessness be required?

I went to McCormick in Dublin. Had it done at the very start of this year.

He was able to give me an appointment within a week or so, but I opted for a longer wait due to Christmas. Pre-op discussion over the phone, and then another one on the day. He was also very responsive to emails with queries.

I queried the shave in advance. Was told "about 2 inches above your penis, whatever’s at the side of your penis and underneath it and the front of your scrotum".

seaniewicklow

Can anyone tell me how sore is this procedure? Thinking about getting it done with Dr McCormick but can't get put asleep for it . Anyone who has actually got it done I'd appreciate some feedback

paul_booth_fan

seaniewicklow wrote: »

Can anyone tell me how sore is this procedure? Thinking about getting it done with Dr McCormick but can't get put asleep for it . Anyone who has actually got it done I'd appreciate some feedback

In my opinion, it was as close to painless as you could hope for. There is initially 2 little flicks, very slight, equivalent to maybe gently snapping an elastic band on your wrist. After that, it's a spray on aesthetic, and then you feel absolutely nothing in the way of pain. You might feel some tugging as he takes the tubes out to do the procedure, but no pain.

Peckham

Would agree with above.

If given the choice between getting a filling and getting the snip done again, I'd probably go for the snip!