After A Vasectomy

Getting a vasectomy is a somewhat easy operation, but you can expect some soreness and recuperation time subsequently. Recognising what to anticipate ahead of your operation can help you cut down unnecessary  headache and stress and be ready for what is tol come.

Immediately Following The operation

About an hour after the operation is complete, the anesthesia that the physician has applied will start to wear away. Your physician will prescribe you medicine for pain as well as an antibiotic which would serve as a deterrent measure against infection. Comply with the directions your physician recommends t you in order to assist in your recuperation. You might have been advised ahead to bring someone with you to take you home, so have them check over the instructions with you and the doctor.

When You Get Home

As soon as you arrive home, take your medications if you have not already done so. It is important to keep your legs up and to rest. Stay off your feet for the rest of the day. You can use ice packs to soothe and prevent swelling of your testicles. If you have any fever, chills, drainage, unusual swelling or pain that is severe, contact your doctor immediately.

The First Few Days

Your health care provider will have instructed you on when you can take a shower following the procedure. You should not take a bath or have your body submerged in any type of water for at least forty eight hours after your have had your vasectomy. You can take warm sits baths for 20 minutes at a time if this helps to ease your discomfort.

It is not unusual to feel some mild discomfort or pain following a vasectomy. If you notice that the pain isn’t affected by medication or it has increased in severity, be sure you tell your doctor as this may be complication from your procedure. Most vasectomies are scheduled close to the end of the week to give you time to rest over the weekend before returning to work.

The Weeks Following Your Vasectomy

It is not advised to begin resuming sexual activity for at least seventy two hours after you have had a vasectomy. This should not be a problem for most men as sex will be the last thing on your mind. Remember before you begin to have unprotected sex with your partner, you should have a firm sperm count of zero. Use other forms of birth control until your sperm has been checked. This is the most critical time when you can impregnate your partner. The first time your sperm will be checked is about 4-6 weeks after your vasectomy. If you still have an active sperm count, your doctor will advise that you return to provide sperm samples until your sperm count is at zero. Once that happens, there is no need to worry about pregnancy again.

After a vasectomy, you ought be able to restart all your activities within a couple of weeks or at most months of your operation. During this time, if you have whatsoever enquiries about any symptoms or concerns you have concerning the vasectomy, don’t be scared to talk over it with your physician.  They would willingly help you as they understand a vasectomy though a simple procedure can have much psychological implications.