I had a vasectomy 6 years ago. Can I still have my semen extracted and frozen?

I'm 41 and had a vasectomy 6 years ago. I would like, if possible, to have my sperm extracted and frozen.

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Published on Jul 09, 2019

Yes, and this is a common alternative to a vasectomy reversal. Remember, the numbers are small and suitable in a limited fashion for procedures such as I.V.F.

Answered by John C. McHugh, MD (View Profile)

Yes, and this is a common alternative to a vasectomy reversal. Remember, the numbers are small and suitable in a limited fashion for procedures such as I.V.F.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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