A vasectomy remains an effective solution for men who are looking to avoid getting their partner pregnant and is one of the most common male birth control methods for patients and couples looking for effective family planning solutions.
However, many male patients wonder where to start when considering getting a vasectomy procedure. After you’ve chosen the right specialist, which might take a bit of time and energy but is well worth the effort, you might be wondering if there’s anything you can do to better prepare yourself for the vasectomy procedure and what to expect during your vasectomy procedure.
Once you’ve successfully selected your vasectomy specialist, you’ll set a consultation date and an appointment date. Your doctor may ask you to wear a jockstrap and it’s important for male patients to clean their groin area the day of operation. Your doctor may ask you to take some additional preparational measures based on their own preferences, which patients are encouraged to carry out to ensure a successful procedure.
A vasectomy procedure will generally take less than an hour (about 30 minutes, actually). The vasectomy is a relatively pain-free procedure, however, patients may feel a tugging sensation in the groin area while the doctor locates the vas deferens.
Just as with other surgical procedures, there can be pain, swelling, or discomfort afterwards. However, the vasectomy procedure has a fast recovery time and many patients report experiencing very little pain. Your doctor may ask you to wear a jock strap or tight fitting briefs after the procedure. You might also be prescribed pain medication and you always have the option of using ice therapy to alleviate any residual pain.
Patients are encouraged to take the entire day off when undergoing a vasectomy procedure and that transportation is provided from the doctor’s office.
We would also like to remind patients that there will still be residual sperm after the operation, and that for the first 10 times of experiencing intercourse after the procedure patients utilize additional methods of birth control for effective family planning.
If you have any questions about what to expect and how you can prepare for your vasectomy procedure, contact Northern California Vasectomy today to get started on your family process. Dr. Chirag A. Patel, MD PhD remains a top vasectomy specialist in Elk Grove, CA and Sacramento, CA. We’re here to provide our patients with personalized family planning solutions.