What are the risks of having a vasectomy twice?
I had a vasectomy 4 years ago and a vasectomy reversal a year after. We are done having children now. Would a second vasectomy be too risky?
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Usually none. There is ample laxity in the vas deferens, so you won't notice anything from this perspective. Any second procedure is a bit more difficult and may cause a fraction increase in the rate of complications, but this is small. I have done a vasectomy, a reversal, and then a vasectomy on the same patient without any significant consequence.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
No. The procedure requires some more attention, because a "virgin" (untouched) area of the vas deferens (the tube caring the sperm) must be found to do the vasectomy. The procedure will usually require a little more manipulation and time, so the risks are theoretically a little higher. But practically, the patients usually have the same experience. In fact, in experienced hands, the no-needle anesthesia technique can still usually be used.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Not risky but can be difficult to do in office. The procedure may be better done in operating room as day surgery.
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Not at all. It can certianly be repeated without consequences. Just a word of counsel: be certain that you really mean it this time! :)
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No, a second vasectomy would not be a problem.
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It is no more risky than your first one was. I've performed many second vasectomies in my career without a problem, as well one third vasectomy!
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If your health is otherwise good, No.
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Not risky.
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Yes, you can have second vasectomy done if you desire so for Family Planning. There are no additional risk to have a second vasectomy done for you.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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