The following are general stories, detailing the typical vasectomy experience. Some of the stories contain minor short-term complications.
Hello, my name is Greg and I’d like to share my story with you. First of all, thank you very much for the great website, it sure helped me have a better understanding of the procedure, a better idea of what to expect, what questions to ask, what supplies I would need, etc. My story … Continue reading
In 1981 as soon as our family was complete as far as we were concerned, I decided that the big snip was the answer! My wife considered going back on the pill but it was at a time when there were plenty of scare stories going around about cancer of the whatnot and growths on … Continue reading
Good morning to all, I had my vasectomy, Friday 10:30 AM. Now it is Sunday 12:20 PM. Firstly I want to thank all who posted here. My wife and I read all the stories, some were harrowing others were ensuring. Let me say here and now that my story is one of the latter. My … Continue reading
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Donut-shaped pillowErgonomic Innovations Orthopaedic SeatIt’s been a few months since my vasectomy and I thought I’d throw in my two cents (twopence for those across the pond?!) for those who are considering the big snip. I do so since others were kind enough to share their experiences on these pages. Oh, I have this nasty habit of droning on, … Continue reading
I am 27 years old, married, no children. My wife and I decided long before we were married that we did not want to have children. I was initially a little nervous to have the procedure done, but after researching the Internet it helped to calm my nerves (a little). The first visit went smoothly. … Continue reading
This page helped me make my decision to have a vasectomy, so I’m offering my own first-hand account of the procedure to hopefully help some other poor worried soul. Background I’m 34 and have 3 healthy, happy kids. My wife and I were in agreement over 3 being the magic number of children, and vasectomy … Continue reading
My experience of vasectomy resembles that of others. Certainly, my wife and I carefully considered the decision, viewing it as a permanent choice – in our case, not to have children at all. And I did a lot of web-searching and reading on my own before deciding that what I was hearing from my doctor … Continue reading
Once my wife and I had decided that I was the one to be DONE! We went to see the surgeon at York Hospital. This is when the embarrassment began, he wanted to see if I was suitable for the procedure (at this point I must remind readers that my wife is in the room … Continue reading
If you are considering having a vasectomy, you may be wondering what will happen to you at the time of surgery. This personal account of my decision to have a vasectomy, as well as a detailed description of the surgical procedure itself — a procedure I underwent in the United States in 1999 — is … Continue reading
I had my NSV procedure yesterday August 20, 1999. I must say that I am totally pleased with the vasectomy. I had a lot of apprehensions about the procedure. I was frightened about the pain more than anything. My vasectomy I got to the Doctors office about 15 minutes early and was immediately called back … Continue reading
Well, I’ve had it done! I had it done on Thursday, and feel fine – today is Sunday. It’s very slightly sore if I move too fast, but otherwise no problems. I’m going back to work tomorrow. I’m really grateful to the group – I read all the posts avidly. It was one hell of … Continue reading
This is my experience of the ‘snip’, which I had about 20 hours ago. Firstly, the staff at the Hospital, St Helens near Liverpool UK, were superb. Their care and professionalism made the whole deal a lot easier than I thought possible. So, the details for those of you still waiting or plucking up courage. … Continue reading
View on Amazon Read our review We only recommend products we think are useful for our readers. If you make a purchase, we may earn a small commission.I had my vasectomy done in December 1998. I have been married for almost 16 years, have one son, age 13. After years of my wife taking birth control pills, we both decided that I would have a vasectomy. Let me say right upfront, I was not pressured into having it done. It was something … Continue reading
To begin at the beginning – as far as I am concerned – In 58/59 there were a series of letters in the Observer (London Sunday heavyweight) at a time when even the legality of the procedure was in doubt! (This is probably the origin of the double signature requirement in the UK; to get … Continue reading