FabSwingers.com forum: Vasectomy pros and cons

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I am seriously considering having a vasectomy because as I already have children and I don't wish to have any more whatsoever, I'm feeling the time is right. It's less harmful in the long run than any potential partner pumping hormones and God knows what into their body.

Anyway the question I am asking is what are the pros and cons of having a vasectomy? Having looked online the pros seem pretty self explanatory. Also I've read a lot about reoccurring pain in testicles by men who have had the procedure. According to NHS choice online, 1 in 10 men will experience testicular pain for the rest of their lives after having a vasectomy. Can any guys on here please clear up if this is actually true or not?

Many thanks.

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By *ovely CummingsWoman
over a year ago

Peaky Nipples

Hubby had it done years ago, and there's always plenty that like to give horror stories

If you're sensible, and rest and take things easy until everything is healed, you're less likely to get any problems

Most horror stories I've heard have been as a result of the guys in question not resting and trying to do too much, too soon

In terms of a procedure, it's like a production line they can do it so quickly

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By *ogue005Man
over a year ago

Sunderland

Had it done about five years ago. Uncomfortable for a few weeks & I've never had a problem since.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No problems here.....maybe I'm in the 9/10?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had mine done at 30. Never had any issues.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had it done 4yrs ago back to work the same day no problem at all not even any swelling or pain!!! Piece of piss and no more babies!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had it done a few years ago. I drove there and back, but once the pain killers wore off it was quite painful and swollen.

The pain lasted less than a week, sadly the swelling went down

but no problems since.

I get the impression I was a little unlucky as a friend had his done by the same surgeon and was up and about with no pain at all the following day.

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By *mmmMaybeCouple
over a year ago

West Wales

I'm one of the unlucky ones, I wouldn't call it pain though more a dull ache & only one testie. I've been checked out more than once & there's no other issues there so nowt to be done. I also think they are more sensitive now too, but this could be in my head.

Got myself sorted as H was told a third pregency would have serious life threatening repurcussions for her & like you I didn't want her filling herself with hormone blockers when I could sort it with a simple procedure..I'd make the same choice even if the pain/ache was a 100% certainty.

Hope this helps

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

had mine a few years ago no pain very little swelling

I went under a general anaesthetic for mine and have had no reoccurring pain

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By *layfulCouple86Couple
over a year ago

Lancashire

I've had mine done a few years and it was pretty swollen at first but after about a week it settled down.

I do occasionally get a dull ache now and again but it certainly isn't what I'd consider agonising or severe pain just more annoying and it usually only lasts a day.

Despite having some minor side effects I don't regret it at all.

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By *mmmMaybeCouple
over a year ago

West Wales

Forgot to add, the only effect on our sex life has been occasional accidental squishing of the wrong nut..but we fuck nearly every day so obviously the ache isn't that bad

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By *odareyouMan
over a year ago

not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds)

Couldn't comment about the statistics... As with any procedure there are risks..

Myself I suffer with a constant ache in my left side, you know the pain bit like you've been kicked in the nuts and the ache afterwards ... If I bump my left nut there's a particular spot that can drop me like a stone, orgasm is painful just like being kicked in my nuts .. I had a week off work followed the instructions .. strangely my left side didn't bruise .....I spoke to the Dr s they reckon I've some scar tissue that's formed and it's touching a nerve ..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had one done, so I'm safe every other shag.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hope this helps

Similar reason behind my decision to have the snip maybe 6yrs ago while still married.

Never had any issues or pain beyond the expected post procedure pain while healing .

Good luck OP

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By *ockyjohnMan
over a year ago

North West

I hear it doesn't make a vas deferens

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am seriously considering having a vasectomy because as I already have children and I don't wish to have any more whatsoever, I'm feeling the time is right. It's less harmful in the long run than any potential partner pumping hormones and God knows what into their body.

Many thanks. "
hubby had his before we met. My biggest wish was we had children together. You're still very young. Make sure it's what you definitely want. Both of you if you have a partner .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Many thanks. hubby had his before we met. My biggest wish was we had children together. You're still very young. Make sure it's what you definitely want. Both of you if you have a partner ."
he's never had any pain..except me lol.

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By *mmmMaybeCouple
over a year ago

West Wales

Many thanks. hubby had his before we met. My biggest wish was we had children together. You're still very young. Make sure it's what you definitely want. Both of you if you have a partner ."

This is a very good point & I'm probably the male version of the modern "career" woman, didn't want them when younger at all and got the snip when I was 50 (H was 32) After our second was born H was "Never again" due to the complications but I can tell you now despite the "Could prove fatal" health warning if I hadn't had the snip she would be asking now at 36 for another baby. The body clock is a very powerful thing in some women..

Good luck..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Had it done about five years ago. Uncomfortable for a few weeks & I've never had a problem since. "

Weeks?

I wouldn't say weeks.

A couple of days of discomfort and back not having sex within a week.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Pro, you can't have children

Con, you can't have children

Simple choice really.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Pro, you can't have children

Con, you can't have children

Simple choice really."

Oh and if you think you may be want a backup plan, it's not expensive to put a couple of straws into a freezer just in case.

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By *angerdaveMan
over a year ago

NOTTINGHAM

Had it done years ago no pain at all in fact the next day I was back at work cutting trees done just take your timw and dont do anything your not happy with

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By *ulfilthmentMan
over a year ago

Just around the corner

"I hear it doesn't make a vas deferens

Groan.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had it done in the morning with no pain whatsoever and although it was a little daunting sat in the waiting room ready to in I was surprised at how quick & simple the hole process was and I was back at work an hour later, not advised but hey I had no issues.

I was a married man at the time and decided that I've got my kids a handsome young man and a beautiful little girl, why would I want or need anymore.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The only problem I had was that the first op did not work as those pesky little sperm cells were still finding a way out. Second op fixed it and no problems since.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had a vasectomy back in 1983, i have not had any pain at all, I am quite happy that I had it done,

I actually sat up and watched it be done,

Go for it Its not a problem at all,

Good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I actually sat up and watched it be done,

I did the same, it was a bit wierd, but fascinating, to see some tubes being pulled out of your ball sack and cut and then all sewn up again.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Many thanks. hubby had his before we met. My biggest wish was we had children together. You're still very young. Make sure it's what you definitely want. Both of you if you have a partner .

Good luck..

S"
hubby has 6 kids. I have non. Had we both been younger when we met then I'd have had him getting it reversed. Well at least trying to get it reversed. I feel I've missed out

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The only problem I had was that the first op did not work as those pesky little sperm cells were still finding a way out. Second op fixed it and no problems since. "
how many samples did you give before they decided to re do it?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I actually sat up and watched it be done,

I did the same, it was a bit wierd, but fascinating, to see some tubes being pulled out of your ball sack and cut and then all sewn up again."

No way - I'm far too much of a baby to do that! I think the colour drained from my face as soon as I lay down. Took me ages to get over the local anaesthetic too, I was wobbling all over the place.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

2 woman and one guy in the room.

It was only the guy that wanted to touch me. And he had a knife and scissors in his hand.

Con.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

But happy to report no problems since...

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By *r Costa xxMan
over a year ago

stirling

Had it done,no issues at all and didn't feel a thing. No pain afterwards either.

Ps only time I've ever had 3 girls dressed as nurses paying so much attention to my balls, wait, they were nurses, oops

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Had it done,no issues at all and didn't feel a thing. No pain afterwards either.

Ps only time I've ever had 3 girls dressed as nurses paying so much attention to my balls, wait, they were nurses, oops

This

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The only problem I had was that the first op did not work as those pesky little sperm cells were still finding a way out. Second op fixed it and no problems since. how many samples did you give before they decided to re do it?"

If I recollect correctly I had to go in twice to be tested.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"2 woman and one guy in the room.

It was only the guy that wanted to touch me. And he had a knife and scissors in his hand.

Con. "

I had two women and one guy, I was the guy!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had mine done 25 years ago, no problems and no pain, just take it easy for a few days after

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had mine done years ago used to produce plenty of man juice now limited supplys. Was uncomfortable for a couple of days but the best thing to do

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By *cotFit4funMan
over a year ago

Kettering

Had mine done about a year ago. Incredibly easy and no scalpel at all.. only issue is an occasional dull ache on one side... nothing to worry about i think though..

I am still as horny as ever

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I find posting in the forums provides all the contraception I need....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had it done 15yrs ago, never any problems with pain at any time. Jim

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If I recollect correctly I had to go in twice to be tested."
Hubby gave about 5 samples before the sperm finally died.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No issues here had it done about 5 years ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

To summarise, you'll be fine.

And I'm a baby

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had it done about 3 years ago. It was worth it for the fun of the drugs alone. I had a whale of a time laying back while the surgeon did his thing and I was flirting with the nurse.

The worst part was the preliminary examination which left me aching for a while.

I still get the occasional pain but they are further and further apart. I had a bit of trouble afterwards maintaining an erection for a few months, some internet viagra seemed to kick start that again though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Pro; no accidental children produced, now have more freedom to lose the condoms if you know STIs aren't an issue, no chunky slimy bits in your cum.

Cons; your cum will be much runnier, taste different, may have some change in testicle sensitivity or reaccuring aches and soreness. A bit tricky to reverse if you change your mind but easier to do than for a woman. Does take a couple of months to be absolutely sure none of your pesky swimmers are making it through.

Speaking from the perspective of one in LTR with a guy who has had it done what with lacking the essential parts

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Pro; no accidental children produced, now have more freedom to lose the condoms if you know STIs aren't an issue, no chunky slimy bits in your cum.

Speaking from the perspective of one in LTR with a guy who has had it done what with lacking the essential parts

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my husbands cum is still thick. He had his 15 years ago...oh and it still tastes as yukky as anyone else's lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had mine 20yrs ago, still get an erection, still have the sex drive of bull, still get all the gooey mess!!!

Just firing blanks, get it done!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Had mine 20yrs ago, still get an erection, still have the sex drive of bull, still get all the gooey mess!!!

Just firing blanks, get it done!"
and you still got a great body

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My hubby had his done about 4 years ago and was back at work within 3 days, he said it was a bit uncomfortable for about a week!

Everything still tastes the same (sounds naive but I thought he wouldn't be able to cum lol)

You have to have 2 tests to make sure it's defo worked before you can have unprotected sex.

MrsP

Xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I can't tell you re pain wise although I suspect it's not too bad

If you're with a long term partner I personally think the man should step up & have the snip if the decision has been made not to have kids...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Firstly, this is a big thing for a man to undertake (not just physically, but psychologically too), it's a very brave and considerate thing to do for the person you love. My husband had a vasectomy for the same reason ~ so that I didn't have to keep filling my body with artificial hormones ~ and it's possibly the most considerate, selfless thing he's ever done for me.

Like most of the guys have said already, he had a few days of discomfort but as long as you take it easy and let your body recover properly then you shouldn't have any lasting problems.

We both agree that the freedom it gives you in your love making, is well worth it!

Good luck, and well done for considering it in the first place, out of consideration for your partner.

V x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't tell you re pain wise although I suspect it's not too bad

If you're with a long term partner I personally think the man should step up & have the snip if the decision has been made not to have kids...

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The NHS will agree with you there cos it's cheaper than sterilising a woman.

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By *ndykayMan
over a year ago

Falkirk

Had it done. No problem at all. Everything went fine. I embarrassed the 3 young student nurses by encouraging them to get a good look

The only bad thing was having to wear tighty whiteys for a few days - and the itching from where I was shaved. Apart from that...easy. Even drive myself home and was back at work driving within 5 days.

Just make sure any little ones don't run into you by accident

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By *illclimberMan
over a year ago

Bredon

I had mine 24 years ago under local anaesthetic, pain was ok and I only had 1 day off work!

At the time, like you, I didn't envisage wanting any more children .... 24 yrs on and now with a 2nd wife who is much younger I have just had a vasectomy reversal .... pain wise that has been a different experience all together!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I had mine 24 years ago under local anaesthetic, pain was ok and I only had 1 day off work!

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wow. Do you know if the sperm is alive again? 24 years is a long time to try a reversal.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't tell you re pain wise although I suspect it's not too bad

If you're with a long term partner I personally think the man should step up & have the snip if the decision has been made not to have kids...

Yup i agree, discomfort was minimal

I had mine done after the mrs had been on the pill for 15yrs, she suffered terrible migraines from them.

After we had two kids and we had no intention of having more, I decided it was my term to do my bit and have never looked back!

And yes well done for contemplating having it done, respect!

Shame we split after 30yrs, but still no regrets and it does make it easier when starting a fresh

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By *illclimberMan
over a year ago

Bredon

"I had mine 24 years ago under local anaesthetic, pain was ok and I only had 1 day off work!

wow. Do you know if the sperm is alive again? 24 years is a long time to try a reversal. "

The sperm test shows some life although the numbers are very low

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By *mmmMaybeCouple
over a year ago

West Wales

Many thanks. hubby had his before we met. My biggest wish was we had children together. You're still very young. Make sure it's what you definitely want. Both of you if you have a partner .

Good luck..

S hubby has 6 kids. I have non. Had we both been younger when we met then I'd have had him getting it reversed. Well at least trying to get it reversed. I feel I've missed out

We have neighbours moved out here for a bigger house to start a family, used to babysit ours on ocassion, loved the kids etc. Then they found out she can't have them, compared to us they have it all, house, cars, great jobs, in comparison we have nothing, except two blonde blue eyed girls...she is sinking in a pit of despair & dragging their relationship with her..Breaks my heart because they are lovely people...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had mine done. No problems

Had it done early afternoon rssted up for the rest of the day and was back on my feet the following day.

I dont recomend it but I had no choice.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had mine done 5 years ago when I was with my ex, the physical aspects of it for me were just a few days of discomfort.

The long term aspects are more emotional, the finality of it is something that you need to think about. Watching my kids grow up knowing that that's the last time you'll experience 'that' with a child of yours is possibly the hardest aspect to come to terms with

Beard

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By *mmmMaybeCouple
over a year ago

West Wales

"I had mine done 5 years ago when I was with my ex, the physical aspects of it for me were just a few days of discomfort.

Beard"

Agreed, and for me it is the one major benefit of our situation, medical for H, age for me, I didn't want another once past 50, I based it on the fact I was a "happy accident" my siblings are 24-22 years older than me, I remember being at school & on open day everyone's parents were in their 30's cept mine who were on their 50's, you do remember these things..Its different now though with lots of couples waiting till they are late 30's into 40's so unlike my parents I'm not the only "old man" at the school gates..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had mine done in 1985.

Op done on the Friday morning and was Boxing at a black tie show on the Saturday night. No problems straight forward procedure.

31 years on and never looked back best decision I made.

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