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I developed 3 large hematomas 5 weeks after vasectomy. The incision leaked for a while but started much more last weekend, and a metal clip came out. A urologist inspected and popped the hematoma closest to the... Read more

I had a vasectomy a little over a month ago. Now that I am mostly healed I notice the vas deferens are attached to the inside of my scrotal skin. I can feel that the tubes have a lot of tension. Is that okay or... Read more

On an advertisement I've seen for a vasectomy doctor, it states they use a no-needle anesthesia technique where they spray lidocaine or something. Does that mean I will be awake and coherent for this procedure?... Read more

I had my vasectomy about 2.5 weeks ago with little to no issues, other than Dr having a harder time finding right side vas. I’ve noticed though, since around this time, my lower back is sore and stiff. I’v... Read more

I had a no-scalpel vasectomy just under 4wks ago and still have a dull ache and some pangs of a “kick to the balls” feeling. Is this normal? Doesn’t appear to be any real huge swelling, just an ache feeli... Read more

My boyfriend says he had a vasectomy 30 years ago but I am currently pregnant. How is this possible?! And no, I have not cheated. Read more

My partner claims he had a vasectomy 24 years ago, but I'm 30 years old and our son is now 2. Is this even possible? Read more

I read that men who develop more aggressive forms of prostate cancer underwent vasectomies years ago. Is this true? Do you believe this research is true? Are there any other "lesser known," long-term risks to a... Read more

On day 5, I developed a large ball of fluid/blood above and behind my right testicle. It is the size of a green grape and just as firm as a slightly overripe grape. Using a heating pad, taking ibuprofen, and re... Read more

I've had a scrotal hematoma for 2 months. The stitched area has suddenly gotten red and soft while the surrounding area is very firm. Why isn't ice helping? I've had two ultrasounds, both confirming the hematom... Read more

I had a vasectomy 3 weeks ago. I started experiencing pain 1 week after the procedure. I saw the doctor 2 weeks after the procedure and they prescribed antibiotics. I am almost done with them and only feel a li... Read more

I had an open-ended vasectomy in August 2018. The first semen sample in November 2018 had 0-2 dead sperm. The second sample in Jan 2019 had 0-2 dead sperm. Now the third sample in April 2019 showed 0-2 dead spe... Read more

It's been 2 weeks since my vasectomy and I'm getting shooting sensitivity in my lower left abdominal. Is this normal? What should I do about it? Read more

I had a vasectomy 14 days ago. I am still in pain. My right side is majorly swollen and the incision is bleeding on an off. What can I do? Read more

I had a vasectomy 2.5 weeks ago and was abstinent for the first 10 days. My testicles and general area are still tender but sexual activity is fine. At the end of an ejaculation there is a burning/tingling sens... Read more

I had a vasectomy 12 days ago. I was sitting down and when I went to stand up I felt a new sensation that I can't quite describe. It wasn't painful, but more of a light pressure that seemed to move. Do the uppe... Read more

How likely is it for a vasectomy to fail after 15 years? Read more

Haven't had a chance to make it back to the doctor after no-scalpel vasectomy; it's been 16 weeks. Could I be sterile or do I need to find out from a doctor? Read more

I think about sex on a regular basis and I'm 61 years of age. Is it normal to have what appears to be a semen discharge after my vasectomy, which was done roughly 6 months ago? Read more

Is it normal to bruise on one side of my penis shaft after vasectomy? I remember the doc saying he had a harder time getting the vas on that side. Thanks. Read more