Your Vasectomy Reversal

By Matt Murren

Before a vasectomy reversal, the man needs to decide exactly why they want to undergo such an extreme procedure. For a surprisingly large number of men they see a vasectomy as a temporary form of birth control, and something that can easily be changed later. This is not recommended by doctors simply because of the seriousness of the procedures and length of time it takes some individuals to recover. In the majority of cases where a vasectomy reversal is sought, the man has had a lifestyle change that has changed his mind on having children.

The first step in a vasectomy reversal is to seek help from a medical professional. The man will need to see not only their regular doctor, but the doctor who will preform their operation. They may be asked the reason why they need a vasectomy reversal, and they will be required to give a sample of their sperm. This sample will be tested to ensure that the sperm is viable and capable of fertilizing an egg. If the sperm is sick or otherwise unhealthy, the doctor may recommend the individual not undergo the surgery.

The actual vasectomy reversal process will only take a few short hours, often times less than two hours. The patient will have the choice of a local anesthesia during which time they will be kept awake the entire time, but unable to feel anything below the waist. Many men prefer to be put to sleep during the procedure. Men can also chose to have their doctor take a certain amount of sperm during the procedure and freeze it for later use. This is a popular choice since a certain number of vasectomy reversals do not work.

After the vasectomy reversal the man will stay in the hospital for a few hours, or overnight. During this time the doctors can keep a close eye on their recovery, and look for any problems that may arise. Once the man is allowed to go home, there are certain rules that must be followed. For the first four weeks after the surgery, there is no sexual intercourse of any kind allowed. They are also warned to avoid showering and swimming pools for a few days after their vasectomy reversal.

A vasectomy reversal should be done by a medical professional with experience in the field. Though the process works for some, it is worth noting that not everyone experiences a successful vasectomy reversal. There are documented cases of men who have their vasectomy reversed, but are unable to father children. This usually happens if the original surgery happened over fifteen years before the reversal.

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By Anne Wolski

What do you do when you feel that your family is complete? This is a decision most couples eventually make. What steps should they take to avoid an unplanned pregnancy in the future? If they are really sure that they want no more children, then it is reasonable to choose a permanent solution to this possibility.

The usual solution is that of sterilization of either the male or female. Obviously, because of the permanent nature of sterilization, it is not a decision to be taken lightly and should only be made after much discussion between the partners and their doctor. Both partners need to be absolutely certain that there is no possibility that they will want children in the future.

The male sterilization process is called vasectomy and is the equivalent to tubal ligation in the female. It is considered to be one of the most reliable methods of birth control and requires only minor surgery. The downside is that it is almost always irreversible.

Tubal ligation, the female equivalent to vasectomy, is a process where the fallopian tubes are either cut or sealed off so that the eggs cannot reach the womb, thus preventing pregnancy. This, too, is intended to result in permanent inability to become pregnant and should therefore be carefully considered before going ahead.

Generally speaking, men will normally only consider a vasectomy when they have already fathered children and feel that their family is complete. Often, this doesn’t happen until they reach middle age. Doctors normally insist that the man is entirely sure about the consequences of such a decision and also of the permanency of this surgery.

Realistically, this decision should be made jointly between the man and his partner. They need to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure and make this decision after careful consideration. However, the ultimate decision rests entirely with the man.

There are cases of successful reversal of a vasectomy but, in most cases, it is impossible. The surgery for reversal is also very expensive.

A vasectomy can be carried out in the doctor’s surgery as it is done under a localized anaesthetic. It is a relatively basic procedure where a small cut is made in two places about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart and the intervening section is removed. The ends are then folded back and tied with a non-dissolving material such as silk. The wound is then stitched. This procedure is done on both sides and only takes about a half an hour.

The wound generally takes a few days to heal and the stitches are then taken out. It may be a little bit sore when the anaesthetic wears off but that it quite normal. It may be advisable to avoid intercourse until the stitches are removed as it can be quite painful.

One matter of importance is the length of time between this surgery and the time when the man actually becomes infertile. Because some sperm are stored in the seminal vesicles, they are still capable of fertilizing the female ova for several months after the vasectomy is performed. This is because they have already passed up the vans deferens, the tube that is cut, before the operation took place. These sperm are usually used up after around three months but can last for up to six months, causing the possibility of pregnancy. The length of time is relative to frequency of intercourse and therefore to the number of ejaculations the man experiences after the procedure.

Normally, a specimen of semen is examined at eight and twelve weeks after the vasectomy to determine whether it is safe to have unprotected sexual intercourse. Other forms of contraception, such as condoms, should be used to avoid unwanted pregnancy during the time that the sperm are still present.

About the Author: Anne Wolski has worked in the health and welfare industry for more than 30 years. She is a co-director of http://www.magnetic-health-online.com and http://www.betterhealthshoppe.com which are both information portals with interesting medical articles. She is also an associate of http://www.timzbiz.com which features articles on internet marketing

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The nonsurgical vasectomy, or no scalpel vasectomy, is a modern alternative to the conventional microscopic vasectomy. Invented by a Chinese surgeon years ago, this procedure was introduced to American hospitals in the year 1988 and has been increasing in popularity ever since. But why is it so popular? What makes it different from the traditional procedure? Why should you care? These are all question that will be answered, if you keep reading!

Why it is Popular

The popularity of this procedure is a direct result of the ease with which it is performed. Rather than making incisions that result in excessive bleeding (excessive in comparison to the no scalpel approach), scarring, and stitches, this method simply leaves a tiny pin sized mark (if any). Instead of cutting a slit, this procedure just opens a hole, separates the tube, and seals the holes made in the tube. This reduces the risk of infection, as there is much faster healing and much lower vulnerability (resulting from open wounds). Additionally, it is much easier to reverse this procedure through a microscopic vasectomy reversal, as there will be less scar tissue to cut through. Finally, though vasectomy prices differ based on who your vasectomy doctor is, this procedure is generally cheaper than conventional vasectomies.

Why it Matters

There is a small vasectomy failure rate, as some do experience a vasectomy problem. This is generally the result of recanalization (the tubes reconnecting spontaneously). Another problem that occurs is infection (but as mentioned, the risk is pretty much eliminated using this approach). Finally, there is the most important factor in getting a vasectomy:

SEX!

Sex is the motivation for vasectomies, as nobody would get one if they didn’t want to eliminate the risk of pregnancy. Sex after vasectomy procedures can be just as fulfilling as ever, but the first few times, men will experience pain. Additionally, vasectomies cannot always be reversed. However, it is possible to have a pregnancy after vasectomy reversal (if your body can handle the reversal procedure). The benefit of the no scalpel approach is that it opens the opportunity for a vasectomy reversal in the future. It is important to know that you can experience a vasectomy and still have a pregnancy. The reason is that good sperm will still exist (in lower quantity) after the procedure. Even though vasectomy effectiveness is very high, there is still a small vasectomy failure rate. To reduce this risk, always have a follow up exam.

Alternatives

Before going though with this operation, it is important to analyze every vasectomy alternative. Most of the alternatives involve birth control and condoms, but because the operation can’t always be reversed, it is something you should think about. Finally, there is also the option of having the female partner undergo tubal ligation or “getting her tubes tied”. The reason this is not recommended, though, is because women have a much greater chance of detrimental side effects than men do with the equivalent procedure. Keep this in mind as you consider this operation and, remember, it’s better to not have sex than it is to have a life changing operation that you may regret.

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By Valerian D

It seems logical to anyone that if vasectomy lowered testosterone, then reversal subsequently raised it again, but there isn’t by now clinical studies to support this conclusion. So, until new findings will come, the simple answer is that vasectomy reversal will not change testosterone levels.You will find testimonials on the web from men who say that a reversal raised their Testosterone levels and you will find published

information also. But any statements to that result, or “evidence” you might see surfing across on the internet are anecdotal as there isn’t any clinical evidence to support the hypothesis.

In spirit of reality vasectomy reversal will certainly do the following:

1) it allows men to be fertile again (65% - 75% rate of success)

2) in cases of photosensitive vaporization of the prostate (PVP) due to back pressure it reduces the pain in 70% - 80% of cases.

However, there are two possible indirect ways in which vasectomy reversal might help in rising the level of testosterone.

1) If you are PVP sufferer and have a vasectomy reversal that alleviates the pain, then once your pain has been relieved this situation will bring about an improvement in mental health, and probably an improvement in physical wellbeing as well. Indirectly, this general health improvement may bring about an increase in Testosterone levels. It is known that depression and

bad health condition lower Testosterone levels, so by consequence general improvement can help raise them.

2) The result of vasectomy for men is to become sterile, and being sterile can cause depression. As above, restoring fertility by vasectomy reversal would bring about a change in mental and physical wellbeing, and may rise Testosterone levels indirectly.

So, if you are part into either of the two scenario’s above, then it is very possible that Testosterone levels might change as an indirect effect, but otherwise it won’t help you at all.

About the Author: valerian D is a freelance writer intersted in men’s health issues. For more information visit http://4-vasectomy-reversal.blogspot.com/ and http://www.mens-health-events.info/vasectomy.php

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By Beth Munoz

If you look in any history textbook or historical social study, you will find that the role of women in most cultures was shockingly basic. All a woman was supposed to do was take care of a house and husband and have children to carry on the family name. Well, now women have professions, and sometimes a woman’s lifestyle doesn’t include the wish to have children.

Thus, women who are absolutely sure that they do not want to become mothers at any point in their lives often choose to have tubal ligation done. What is tubal ligation? It is a procedure in which a woman has her fallopian tubes blocked off surgically. This is also referred to as “having the tubes tied”.

Usually, the tubal ligation procedure is done permanently. It is not only done on women who have never had children. Indeed, sometimes this procedure is done on women who have had all of the children they wanted to have, and now want to be assured that they will not have any more.

If a woman is thinking about having a tubal ligation, they have to take into consideration that their situation will probably change down the line. For example, they might be certain that they don’t want children right now, but they certainly don’t want to be in a position where the time is right for them to have children, and they physically no longer can.

So, that leads potential patients of this procedure to wonder whether or not it can be undone. Luckily for them, the answer is yes…usually. Sometimes this procedure cannot be undone, especially if a woman wants to have a tubal reversal years after she had her tubes tied. Thus, this procedure should really not be done as only a temporary birth control method

The procedure itself can be performed under local anesthesia via an epidural, or general anesthesia can be used. It really all depends on the preference of the patient. Of course, this procedure cannot take place without first scheduling a consultation, in which previous medical history will be discussed.

If a woman has any doubts at all over having her tubes tied, then that is a clear enough indication for her not to have it done. There are other ways to prevent pregnancy, as everyone knows, so why do some women choose to get their tubes tied?

The answer has a lot to do with birth control pills, which, aside from abstinence, is the most common method of birth control. Birth control pills are indeed incredibly effective, but they come along with a myriad of side effects. Most annoying to women is that of water retention. A woman who is on “the pill” might feel continually bloated, and even experience significant weight gain.

Other options include vaginal rings, which provide low doses of hormones to kill sperm before it reaches the uterus. Also spermicide can be used in conjunction with condoms. Bottom line: if a woman doesn’t want to get pregnant, that doesn’t mean she has to have surgery to prevent pregnancy.

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By Remy Jirek

There are a few pros and cons of vasectomy operations. Obviously, deciding to undergo this procedure will change a person’s life, possibly forever. Therefore, before deciding to take on such a dramatic change, it is only natural to weigh the positive and negative consequences of this decision. Here is everything you need to know.

Pros

There are many positive reasons for a person to want to undergo this procedure. The most positive outcome of undergoing this operation is that you will no longer have to practice safe sex to prevent pregnancy. Sex after vasectomy operations is still just as fulfilling, but without the consequences (though men should wait a few weeks afterward before trying to have sex).

The vasectomy failure rate is very low and is generally only a problem when men fail to go through with a follow up exam. As such, vasectomy effectiveness is almost guaranteed. Additionally, the procedures of a vasectomy have evolved, resulting in the elimination of cutting. This is because the microscopic vasectomy procedure has been replaced by the no scalpel vasectomy.

This ‘nonsurgical’ operation uses a pin to separate the tubes inside the scrotum, meaning that stitches from normal vasectomies are a thing of the past. Finally, the operation is much safer than tubal ligation, the female equivalent of vasectomies. When women undergo that operation, known as “getting [their] tubes tied”, they are at much greater risk for problems.

Cons

Just as there are many positive consequences to a vasectomy, there are negative consequences as well. Some men can potentially experience both a vasectomy and pregnancy (more specifically, their spouse would experience the pregnancy). However, this is a fairly rare occurrence (as if it wasn’t so uncommon nobody would get a vasectomy in the first place).

Another consequence is that a microscopic vasectomy reversal might not always be possible. Therefore, you should not rely on being able to reverse the operation. For those who can reverse it, remember that pregnancy after vasectomy reversal can take as long as a year to occur. A failed vasectomy is the greatest vasectomy problem, but doctors are generally lax on charging for a second operation, should the first one fail.

If you are still interested in having this operation, contact a vasectomy doctor to see if it is right for you. Additionally, consider every vasectomy alternative, as putting on and taking off condoms is much easier than undergoing and reversing vasectomies. Vasectomy prices vary, depending on who you talk to, so shop around and seek out the best value you can.

Remember, even though vasectomies are almost always successful, you should always meet with your doctor afterwards to ensure that the procedure went perfectly. This will prevent accidental pregnancies and infections. It is much easier to talk to a doctor about a vasectomy than it is to bring a child in to the world, so be careful and responsible.

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By Jason Montag

Just as with the vasectomy the man will again have after care for the vasectomy reversal. The doctor will be able to give you a list of after care instructions for you to take home following your vasectomy reversal procedure. Actually the best thing to do is ask the doctor to give you the after care instructions and go over them with you a few days before you undergo your vasectomy reversal so that you can go get the items you need and make arrangements fro anything else before you even have your surgery.

The doctor will ask you to stay in your bed or on your favorite recliner for a few days following your vasectomy reversal. You will be instructed to ice down the area for a couple of days to prevent any additional swelling to the scrotum or surrounding areas, Once you are allowed out of your bed you should stay relatively inactive for about a week. Stay away from heavy lifting, running or jumping and pretty much any other high or medium impact activity. The doctor will likely tell you to avoid ejaculation for a few weeks after your vasectomy reversal.

It is likely that you will have at least one follow up visit to make sure that you are healing the right way. The doctor will probably run a number of tests to determine if there is semen in your ejaculate. If the doctor tells you to do something you should do it and understand that it is for your own good.

Lastly, if there is excessive pain, swelling or anything else out of the ordinary as a result of the surgery make sure to let the doctor’s office know about it as it could get worse and cause irreparable damage.

Just as you did with your vasectomy, you will heal from the vasectomy reversal and hopefully go on to prosper and have more children. Though it is not guaranteed, the vasectomy reversal procedure these days has come quite a long way and success rates have definitely gone up. I wish you the best of luck with your vasectomy reversal.

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By Jason Montag

Whether you have a standard vasectomy or a no scalpel vasectomy there will be a period of recovery. Granted a scalpel one has a longer recovery time and a little more discomfort than a no scalpel vasectomy, but there is still recovery time. The doctor will give you a set of instructions for what to do following your vasectomy and it is this that I would like to discuss. The mystery is actually a lot worse than the reality so brace yourself. Below is a typical list of things to do when recovering from a vasectomy. Your doctor may give you a slightly different list but the idea will be the same.

1. The doctor will tell you to stay off of your feet for a few days following the vasectomy procedure. For those of you that work from home, here is where you will benefit. You will just be asked to sit back on the couch and put your feet up.

2. To take the edge off of your vasectomy the doctor will prescribe you pain relievers and ask you to take them as needed. Trust me when you need one go ahead and take one. Nobody will have to tell you twice.

3. Brace yourself because this is where vasectomy thing takes cold turn. You will be instructed to ice your scrotum over the first day so that it does not swell. Do what you can to avoid a swollen scrotum following your vasectomy.

4. Get a hold of a few pairs of tighty whiteys and maybe an athletic supporter for a few weeks. For you boxer guys out there, sorry.

5. Lastly, you will be asked to collect and bring in your semen for a few of months after your vasectomy so that the doctor could make sure there is no sperm in it. The challenge is to keep the mood while collecting. Good luck.

The fact is that when you get a vasectomy you will have to do what you are told ot ensure that you heal up safely. It is a small price to pay for the fun you will have for years to come. When you get down realize that many men go through the very same thing everyday and come out of it well. Be strong and remember that you are doing a good thing for you and your family.

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By Antony Wilton

Vasectomy Reversal Vital First Steps

Prior to undertaking a vasectomy reversal, it is important to discuss with your doctor all aspects of the operation and your personal situation, to pinpoint significant issues that will impact upon the ultimate result.

The extent of the period from vasectomy to reversal is an important factor, as success rates are known to diminish the longer the break has been. This is due to the increased probability of pressure injury sustained in the epididymis or even a blockage within it.

Your doctor will be interested in any history of complications that may have occurred after the the vasectomy such as scrotal hematoma or any post operative epididymis iinfection. Your partners reproductive potential will also be assessed and you must realise that if you were was having difficulty with conception before your vasectomy, this situation is unlikely to change after vasectomy reversal. Also, your specialist will try to procure your surgical notes relevant to your vasectomy to determine, if possible, how your vasectomy was actually carried out.

For instance, depending whether the vasectomy was performed high up on the tube or quite low down near the epididymis, could have an effect on the difficulty of the reversal surgery. Your physician will also analyse your physical make up to get a superior understanding of what he will encounter during the reconstruction.

Small spongy testes can suggest impaired sperm manufacture and project a poor result. An enlarged or uneven epididymis can mean secondary epididymal impediment that may require a vasoepididymostomy. On the other hand, an incidence of a sperm granuloma is a satisfactory diagnosis as these sperm granulomas allow for the venting of high pressure away from the epididymis, and subsequently allowing protection from pressure induced harm.

If you have a sperm granuloma your prognosis is good irrespective of the period since the vasectomy took place.

When a very harmful vasectomy has been undertaken, it is conceivable that large portions of the vas have been excised or cut out. This may mean that extensions of the incisions may be required to establish a tension free reconnection leading to more complicated surgery. Naturally, if a satisfactory outcome is obtained by re establishing sperm flow in the man, a successful pregnancy can only be obtained providing the female is also capable of giving birth.

The woman should organize for a gynecological examination to guarantee that she is able to conceive. How near she is to menopause can be also be an issue because of the time that it may take for sperm flow to be re established in the man following a successful vasectomy reversal. These are just some of the considerations that need to be considered before undertaking a vasectomy reversal.

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By Farzina Naznin

Vasectomy is a process through which birth can be controlled. Vasectomy is basically a method which is meant for the male generation. Vasectomy is in fact, a minor form of operation but it needs the doctor’s advice for whoever wants o undergo the operation. Vasectomy is a form of male process of sterilization. Through Vasectomy, the vas deferens of the males is removed through a simple form of surgery. Vasectomy however does not engross the total removal of the male testicles. Moreover Vasectomy also does not any how affect the sex hormones production in the males and neither the secretion of the hormones to the bloodstream is affected. Sexual life is not in any way found to get affected by Vasectomy. Normal erection of the penis and normal ejaculation is experienced by the males even after the Vasectomy. So there is not any sexual risk factor involved in respect of Vasectomy. A male experiences the normal sexual desire even after Vasectomy.

After the Vasectomy is performed, the male sperm no longer finds its outlet to the penis as they get already broken down and gets absorbed in different parts of the body. Vasectomy takes only a very short span of time to be performed. After it is operation is over, the operated patient after resting for only half an hour can return back home. Vasectomy is generally performed by giving local anesthesia to the patient concerned.

Vasectomy side effects though are common but are rare and can be appropriately diagnosed. Vasectomy leads to certain side effects. Pain is a very common vasectomy side effect. The pain which is associated with vasectomy practically declines after a week. Swelling of the testicle areas which occur after a week of vasectomy is another vasectomy side effect. Abscesses are yet another vasectomy side effect which leads to infection but can be virtually treated with antibiotics. Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is also a vasectomy side effect. Erectile Dysfunction (ED) leads to the declination of sexual contentment and satisfaction but it is only very much temporary.

Though the symptoms of vasectomy are rare it needs quick medical recommendations. Vasectomy side effects are thus very common but can be revealed and overcome with proper diagnosis. There are certain complications which are quite major in its aspects and often lead to certain infections. Staining, bruising, swelling and a certain amount of redness are quite common. It is however necessary to be estimated here that though the symptoms might be minor, it requires relevant medical advice.

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