The NCAA basketball tournament and vasectomies: What do they have in common? The answer might make you blush, but the ball is in your court.
If a vasectomy is in your family’s future, March is a great month to schedule. JRMC Urologist Dr. Brent Williams offers the procedure locally. In March, use the recovery to enjoy uninterrupted, guilt-free college basketball time.
The “madness” of the tourney tips-off this month.
COMMON VASECTOMY QUESTIONS
- How does a vasectomy work? During a vasectomy, the two tubes (known as the vas deferens) that carry sperm from the testicles are cut and closed off. This prevents the sperm from combining with the semen, which is primarily made by the prostate and seminal vesicles. The procedure is intended to be a permanent form of birth control.
- Will a vasectomy lower my testosterone level? Will it reduce my sex drive? The body still produces testosterone which continues to be released directly into the bloodstream by the testicles.
- How long will it take to recover? Recovery time typically lasts two to three days. Patients are encouraged to stay home and take it easy. This ultimately provides a perfect opportunity to update your bracket. Physicians also recommend avoiding heavy lifting and exercise for at least five days.
- How much does it hurt? Local anesthesia is used during the procedure which involves a numbing injection to decrease the amount of pain people have. Some discomfort is experienced while the vas deferens is being manipulated.
Schedule a vasectomy direct. Call JRMC Clinic at (701) 952-4878.
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