Vasectomy - FAQs
1. Besides vasectomy, are there any other contraceptive options for men?Constant research is being done towards developing a male contraceptive pill and other temporary contraceptive devices such as the intra vas device (fitted into the vas, which can then be removed at a later date). It would however take several years before such options can be made available.
2. Are there any disadvantages associated with vasectomy?
One of the major drawbacks associated with vasectomy unlike condoms is that it does not offer protection against sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS, syphilis, gonorrhea and others.
Having had a traditional bi-lateral vasectomy myself over 29 years ago, I can tell you that it is a very easily done procedure with minimal pain. I had my surgery done in very early afternoon and was working already that evening due to the fact that I had to as I was a dairy farmer and had cows to be milked. Other than the milking and routine chores, I did take it easy for several days and tried to ice my scrotum area whenever possible. I had a very quick recovery, went for sperm check in two months and was given the "all clear" for safe sex. Best decision my wife and I did during our entire marriage. Forgot to mention that we had two children and our family was complete before having the vasectomy. I am writing this for educational purposes hoping that it will encourage men contemplating vasectomy to go ahead with it.