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Vasectomy FAQs

January 11 2023

Q: What is a vasectomy? A: A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that is used to sterilize a man. It is a permanent form of birth control that is intended to prevent pregnancy. During the procedure, a small incision is made in the scrotum and a small section of the vas deferens, the tubes that...


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What You Should Know Before Getting Vasectomy

January 11 2023

A vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control that is intended to prevent pregnancy by blocking or removing a small section of the vas deferens, the tubes that carry sperm from the testes to the prostate. The procedure is typically done under local anesthesia and takes about 20-30 minutes, but recovery time varies and...


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How Effective Is Vasectomy?

January 11 2023

  A vasectomy is a highly effective form of birth control, with a failure rate of less than 1% when the procedure is performed correctly and the follow-up instructions are properly followed. This means that fewer than 1 out of every 100 women whose partners have had a vasectomy will become pregnant. However, it’s important...


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Male Contraceptions: The Benefits of Vasectomy

January 10 2023

Vasectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed on men as a form of permanent birth control. Some of the benefits of vasectomy include: It is a highly effective method of contraception. The success rate of vasectomy is over 99%, making it one of the most effective forms of birth control available. It is a...


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