Vasectomy: Safe & Permanent Contraception

How Does a No-Scalpel Vasectomy Work?

The goal of a vasectomy is to block the tubes (the vas deferens) that carry sperm from the testicles. This prevents sperm from mixing with semen, making ejaculation sterile.

1. Counseling: Your journey begins with a confidential consultation to ensure you are certain about your decision for permanent contraception. We discuss the procedure, benefits, risks, and answer all your questions.
2. Local Anesthesia: The skin of the scrotum is numbed with a small injection of local anesthetic. You will be awake but will not feel any sharp pain.
3. The Procedure: The specialist uses a special instrument to make one tiny puncture in the skin (not an incision). Through this opening, each vas deferens is gently lifted out, cut, and sealed.
4. Completion: The tubes are placed back, and the tiny opening heals on its own, usually without needing any stitches.

Important Facts About Vasectomy

• It is NOT immediate: It takes time (usually 2-3 months and 20-30 ejaculations) to clear the remaining sperm from your system. You must use another form of birth control until a follow-up semen analysis confirms you are sterile.
• It does NOT affect your sex life: Your testosterone levels, erections, libido, and the sensation of orgasm all remain unchanged. The only difference is that your semen will no longer contain sperm.
• It is considered PERMANENT: While vasectomy reversal is sometimes possible, it is complex, expensive, and not guaranteed to be successful. You should only have a vasectomy if you are sure you do not want to have any more children.

Recovery

Recovery is usually quick. Most men can return to a desk job within 1-2 days and resume strenuous activity and sexual intercourse after about a week. Mild soreness and bruising are common but typically resolve quickly.