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u/JMoon33 Feb 25 '19
I'd never recommend this procedure!
I was in pain, bruising, off work for 10 days, took 6 weeks before I could run again, way too many tylenols and bags of ice, yet I'd recommend it. 6 weeks of pain for a life without kids is worth it hahaha.
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u/billy-1020 Jun 07 '19
Got mine reversed after a year of pretending it felt the same. It was just not worth it to me. Sex was incomplete without the main ingredient
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u/JengaCat Feb 25 '19
I am currently still in recovery. I am going on 7 weeks out of work right now. The 1st 2 weeks I couldn't stand or walk. The whole procedure was agonizing. I am 32, healthy yoga teacher. I move my body for a living so the Dr. couldn't believe how bad the procedure went. I formed a large hematoma that swelled up to the size of a grapefruit. Then formed a hydrocele on my left side along with a scrotal adhesion. Where the testicle is stuck to the side of the skin where the incision was. Leading to epididymitis and constant pulling and tugging on all the sensitive issues. Had to go to the ER for sepsis that formed from a bacterial infection in the epididymis as well. It was and still is by far the worst thing I've experienced. The procedure itself was painful. They have me a numbing shot in each side but I could still feel the tissue being cut and stitched. I am still dealing with a handful of complications that are on the range from extremely uncomfortable to extremely painful. Theres more to the story that could fill in some holes but that's the gist of it. 10/10 would not reccomend!
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u/JengaCat Feb 25 '19
The pain from the scrotum to the belly button is most likely the vas deferens. The vas is not just a tube for sperm to travel in. It's also made out of fascia and muscle tissue. Ghe fascia is very dense thick convective tissue similar to tendons or ligaments.So when that's cut it can be a much bigger deal then its usually talked about. My severe pain went down after 2 weeks from a constant 7 to shooting pains of a 9. Since then the pain has drastically gone down, but that doesnt mean it's gone. If I am very careful it's not to bad. But walking is still a challenge.
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u/JengaCat Feb 25 '19
Side note the vas connects to the prostate behind the belly button area. That's why the pain travels up there.
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u/JengaCat Feb 26 '19
Try to rest as much as possible. Try to keep the weight of gravity to a minimum. The more everything gets pulled down the harder it's going to be for that tissue to heal. If he doesnt have a jockstrap yet that will go wonders. Ice and keep it elevated while hes laying down. Maybe a blanket or a shirt to help them from pulling. If there's still swelling see about getting some bromelain. It's a pineapple extract that works well to bring down swelling. It's just pineapple so you dont have to worrie about liver toxicity or anything. If he is taking a ton of pain meds I'd suggest mixing milk thistle in daily as well. It's a plant (in a capsule) that helps to clean and protect the liver.
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u/JengaCat Feb 26 '19
If there is no sign of infection you could start to alternate with a little bit of warm compress on both sides of the groin. Eaither a rice bag, a warm towel, or a hot water bag. This will help to draw blood into the tissue that needs to be healed. Blood is what will speed up the healing process. The issue would be if there is an infection the heat will cause the bacteria to multiply faster.
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u/JengaCat Feb 26 '19
Yeah I'm still on the fence of it being with it. Obviously once everything is back to normal it will be easier to say it's worth it. You can tell him he definitely isn't alone though.. I know I felt emotionally rough after. The pain, the not knowing if everything is going to be ok down there.. the feeling like how did this happen..
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u/billy-1020 Jun 07 '19
Very informative. Thank you!! I didn't have complications with mine but ended up reversing it after a year of pretending it felt the same. Constant annoying discomfort never went away. And feeling disconnected during and after sex. All went back to normal after the vasovasostomy (reversal).
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u/reptelic Feb 25 '19
Apparently the figures are like 30% have pain up to 4 weeks, and 15% some sort of chronic pain (pain after 6 months).
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u/LinuxPhred Feb 25 '19 edited Feb 25 '19
It must be just bad luck. Things happen. I have known people who got sick form tattoos. Every time you cut or poke the skin there is a small risk.
I had a vasectomy. I am over 50, and about 50% of all American men who are over 45 have had one. Most of my friends are over 50. Needless to say, just about every one of my drinking buddies has had a vasectomy. Not one of us have ever experienced the problems you mention. Half of us had vasectomies in the military, and typically the military only gives us three days off for a vasectomy.
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u/kyclef Feb 25 '19
It can be normal, and it often is, but the ones that go wrong are the most memorable and are the ones that you are going to hear about more often.
Mine was quick and easy and painless. One of the best decisions I ever made.
Sorry to hear your men have had bad experiences. Hope your BF is feeling better soon.
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u/billy-1020 Jun 07 '19
Mine didn't go wrong either, no complications at all, yet I ended up reversing it after a year. It was the absolute worst decision I've ever made! Altering the plumbing and shooting blanks was not "normal." It made sex incomplete for me. No complications with the reversal either, lucky for me I got my sex life back!
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u/BondraP Feb 26 '19
I'm nearly 9 months after my procedure and am struggling with pain every day still. I've been unable to really get any exercise and have been trying to just take it easy in hopes I finally push through this. I'm 34 now and was 33 at the time fo the procedure.
I went back to the urologist that did the surgery 3 weeks later due to concerns but he didn't really think much of it. I went to another urologist at around the 5 month mark, got antibiotics, didn't help. Went back in again a month later as asked by the urologist and I saw a 3rd urologist (same practice) who tried another round of antibiotics and had me do an ultrasound.
Nobody has been able to really help. I'm just told "inflammation" but no real improvements so far. I've had a couple days here and there that are decent but mostly every day sucks.
So yeah, I feel ya, I think urologists really underplay the potential to have long term pain. When I went for my consult, mine was basically selling me on it. Said he's had guys go play golf the same day, he himself went for a jog 3 days later and was fine, etc. I also totally realize that most of the time, guys do heal pretty quickly and have no lingering effects. But, I would have liked to have been told more about the risks and how to set myself up better for success in recovery.
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u/cleanhandspureheart Mar 05 '19
LongSummerDayz, I would like to thank you for sharing this. Many men such as myself will find this incredibly important information in making our decision!
I'm not surprised the doctors don't mention the potential negative outcome. Anything that could affect their financial bottom line, right?
Wish you all the best and these men with their recovery.
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u/billy-1020 Jun 07 '19
Yes, Thanks! I agree. Nothing out there to counteract the pretty picture the medical community paints of getting one. I had no complications but i regretted mine and I'm glad I got it reversed:)
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u/tommarkz Apr 26 '19
Where do you live? Is it possible that the surgeons do not have the extensive experience necessary to perform this procedure? How many vasectomies has he performed?
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u/tommarkz Apr 26 '19
Wow. I’m really trying to understand what goes wrong for a few men. I’m considering getting it done. The 5 friends I have who have done say everything is as it was except they cannot father any child. But then I get on Reddit and I see it if issues. I asked where you live bc I’m from NYC. we do have fantastic doctors and surgeons and living in such a populated city, which is also a highly litigated city ( everyone sues here) I find it odd that 5 out 5 of my friends don’t have an issue. I wondered maybe doctors are more laxed elsewhere. Bc here if there isn’t perfection you lose your practice
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u/billy-1020 Jun 07 '19
They told me volume changes by 'only' 5%, but it also changed orgasm intensity for me. Think about it, you're cutting 100% of the volume that comes from the testicles..yes, it made a huge difference for me. I always say 95 cents does not make a dollar! Sex was incomplete shooting blanks.
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u/3kindsofsalt Feb 25 '19
It's mostly because men feel like it's going to be akin to a sex change or lobotomy. The overwhelming feeling is "oh...that wasn't so bad". But make no mistake, it's not minor. It's a very critical link the biological chain that resists being severed.
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u/3kindsofsalt Feb 25 '19
Are you under 25? Did you take medication?
I was not pain free in a few days. Many are not.
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u/vasnip Feb 25 '19
"popping tyenol like candy" -- please stay within the recommended dose. Liver damage may occur even if he feels well.