The Negatives of Male Vasectomy
The procedure is a permanent one and while reversal is possible it is rarely available on the NHS meaning, it is expensive with the estimated price set at four and a half thousand pounds and not even always successful. In some instances, irregularities can occur, such as the condition known as “sperm granuloma” whereby a painful lump of built up sperm can form in the scrotum. This occurs when the vas tubes are not fully sealed which allows sperm to leak into the scrotum, causing pain for the patient. This lump can be removed through surgery or using ant inflammatory pills, however, other patients have also recorded experiencing chronic testicular pain following surgery. Worse still, there have been rare occasions when patients have found the area of surgery bleeding and showing signs of swelling and infection. It is important to remember that the vasectomy procedure offers no protection from sexually transmitted infections like HIV and AIDs.