đź’ˇ Vasectomy: Myths vs Facts
Let’s bust some common misconceptions about vasectomy so you can make an informed, confident choice.
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❌ Myth: “Vasectomy is extremely painful”
❌ Myth: “Vasectomy is extremely painful”
✔️ Fact: The no-scalpel technique we use makes the procedure quick and low-discomfort. Most men describe it as a mild pinch, with most recovering in a few days.
❌ Myth: “It will affect my sex drive”
❌ Myth: “It will affect my sex drive”
✔️ Fact: Your sex drive, erections, and testosterone levels stay exactly the same. The only change is that your semen no longer contains sperm.
❌ Myth: “I’ll be off work for weeks”
❌ Myth: “I’ll be off work for weeks”
✔️ Fact: Most men return to normal activity in 4-5 days. Heavy physical work may require a little more rest, but it’s far from a long recovery.
❌ Myth: “It’s completely irreversible”
❌ Myth: “It’s completely irreversible”
✔️ Fact: Reversal can be attempted, but results vary and it's not always successful or funded. That’s why it’s best for men certain about their decision.
❌ Myth: “I won’t need contraception straight away”
❌ Myth: “I won’t need contraception straight away”
✔️ Fact: You’ll need a follow-up semen test around 16 weeks post-procedure to confirm sterility. Until then, continue using contraception.
❌ Myth: “Sperm builds up and causes pain”
❌ Myth: “Sperm builds up and causes pain”
✔️ Fact: Unused sperm are simply reabsorbed by your body — a natural process that happens regularly even without a vasectomy.
❌ Myth: “I’m too young for a vasectomy”
❌ Myth: “I’m too young for a vasectomy”
✔️ Fact: You must be over 18, but the most important factor is that you're confident you don’t want children — or any more children. If your GP is unable to refer you, you’re welcome to submit a referral form and get in touch with us directly below.
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