Vasectomy

What is a Vasectomy and how does it work?

Vasectomy is a form of birth control for a man that is meant to be permanent. During a vasectomy, a health care provider closes or blocks the tubes that carry sperm. When the tubes are closed, sperm cannot leave a man’s body and cause pregnancy.

Usually, a local anesthetic is injected into the scrotum. The doctor then makes an incision on each side of the scrotum to reach both vas deferens – the tubes that carry sperm. Sometimes an incision is made on each side. Each tube is blocked. In most procedures, a small section of each tube is removed. Tubes may be tied off or blocked with surgical clips. Or, they may be closed using an instrument with an electrical current.

Although the anticipation of the procedure can produce anxiety, most men find the temporary discomfort of the procedure mild and easily tolerable. An athletic supporter, ice bag, and non-aspirin pain reliever may help ease the pain.

The procedure usually lasts about one half to one hour. You can usually go home shortly after the procedure is complete.

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Vasectomy

What is a Vasectomy and how does it work?

Locations with this Service

Woodbury

West St. Paul

North St. Paul

Como/Roseville