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The 'V' Word For Men
From vasectomy.com:
Having an operation involving the testicles is every man's fear. To a greater or lesser degree, just about every man would rather not have anything to do with a procedure on or near his genital region. Simply recognizing that this fear exists is a first step.
Many men recognize that having a vasectomy could be the best solution for their personal or family situation, and that their short-term fear is offset by a long-term benefit for themselves and their spouse. Having the procedure is likely to be a family decision, but it is ultimately a significant step that the man can take to contribute to the couple's ongoing relationship.
My previous article stated that I was about to undergo the Big V: Vasectomy.
I realized that after twelve years of marriage and four children, it was time to stop breeding.
My kids are great, they truly are. But four "is enough... to fill our lives with love!" (Name that tune!)
So I went and saw the Maryland Urology Associates today.
Met with Dr. Nikhil Steth, because unfortunately Dr. Shpritz was on vacation for Christmas. Dr. Steth was a nice enough guy, for a urologist.
So there he was, gloves on and ready to inspect. In the Christmas spirit, I unwrapped my package and allowed him to handle the merchandise.
(My wife just came over at this point and asked me why I would want to share this. A better question may be why would anyone want to read this?)
A vasectomy procedure includes a local anesthetic that completely numbs the area. Therefore, there should be no feeling or a slight pulling sensation during the procedure itself. Many patients report mild discomfort for the first day or two after the anesthetic wears off. This is usually relieved with a prescription or over-the-counter pain medication, application of ice packs and the use of an athletic supporter.
Dr. Steth said that the testes were feelin' good and healthy. (Excellent news.) And would I be available for the procedure either this Friday or next February? He's also going out of town, back to his native India for the month of January. So it was either three days from now or six weeks.
Doctors often recommend that a patient rest following the procedure and avoid strenuous activity or heavy lifting for two or three days. Individuals can usually return to work within three days, and most patients say they feel completely back to normal in about a week.
Thinking of the recovery time, and that I would be having a three-day weekend for Christmas, I opted for Friday at noon.
Perhaps I can milk it for all it's worth over the weekend. Perhaps I can also weasel an extra "vasectomy present" out of the deal. I bought an athletic supporter at Target tonight.
But here we go, under the knife.
I can still type. Blog updates to follow.
From vasectomy.com:
Having an operation involving the testicles is every man's fear. To a greater or lesser degree, just about every man would rather not have anything to do with a procedure on or near his genital region. Simply recognizing that this fear exists is a first step.
Many men recognize that having a vasectomy could be the best solution for their personal or family situation, and that their short-term fear is offset by a long-term benefit for themselves and their spouse. Having the procedure is likely to be a family decision, but it is ultimately a significant step that the man can take to contribute to the couple's ongoing relationship.
My previous article stated that I was about to undergo the Big V: Vasectomy.
I realized that after twelve years of marriage and four children, it was time to stop breeding.
My kids are great, they truly are. But four "is enough... to fill our lives with love!" (Name that tune!)
So I went and saw the Maryland Urology Associates today.
Met with Dr. Nikhil Steth, because unfortunately Dr. Shpritz was on vacation for Christmas. Dr. Steth was a nice enough guy, for a urologist.
So there he was, gloves on and ready to inspect. In the Christmas spirit, I unwrapped my package and allowed him to handle the merchandise.
(My wife just came over at this point and asked me why I would want to share this. A better question may be why would anyone want to read this?)
A vasectomy procedure includes a local anesthetic that completely numbs the area. Therefore, there should be no feeling or a slight pulling sensation during the procedure itself. Many patients report mild discomfort for the first day or two after the anesthetic wears off. This is usually relieved with a prescription or over-the-counter pain medication, application of ice packs and the use of an athletic supporter.
Dr. Steth said that the testes were feelin' good and healthy. (Excellent news.) And would I be available for the procedure either this Friday or next February? He's also going out of town, back to his native India for the month of January. So it was either three days from now or six weeks.
Doctors often recommend that a patient rest following the procedure and avoid strenuous activity or heavy lifting for two or three days. Individuals can usually return to work within three days, and most patients say they feel completely back to normal in about a week.
Thinking of the recovery time, and that I would be having a three-day weekend for Christmas, I opted for Friday at noon.
Perhaps I can milk it for all it's worth over the weekend. Perhaps I can also weasel an extra "vasectomy present" out of the deal. I bought an athletic supporter at Target tonight.
But here we go, under the knife.
I can still type. Blog updates to follow.
, Dharma's response made me laff!
You don't really need to wait a week, just be careful. Very, very careful 
