vasectomy - good or bad?

**balou411** · 09-07-2003, 06:06 AM

My wife had our third child almost three years ago now. She wants me to get a vasectomy. It's less evasive than if she were to get her tubes tied. I want to do it and I understand the proceedure and I was on my way to get it done then a friend I know told me there were potential side effects. Nothing that would drastically effect life, you know? I am a late blooming amature bodybuilder. I've worked out since high school, but only in the last five years have I started to compete. I'm worried that I wont be as strong or have a harder time getting mass or lean.

Anyone have opinions one way or the other?

I'm going to get it done eventually, I know, so if there is a potential side effect on the strength or mass aspect, could someone offer an opinion on how to beat it?

**Hibiscus09** · 09-07-2003, 06:42 AM

Well, from a woman's point of view

, it's a very, very good thing.

She certainly shouldn't have to have a more invasive procedure after having 3 babies. It's much simpler for the man to do it.

From a bodybuilding perspective, I don't really know. I'm sure the effects won't do in your bodybuilding career & we all have to set our priorities.

**Lilman** · 09-07-2003, 08:10 AM

I had one about three years ago. I was off work for 2 days. I make good gains in the Gym & it doesnt effect my workouts at all. A vasectomy doesn't decrese your test level.. It just cuts the sperm pathway. I have had no problems at all. Just be sure & follow doctors orders about no lifting for about a week or so.

**balou411** · 09-07-2003, 11:48 AM

Thanks Lilman. Stupid fear I guess.

**MiloMan** · 09-08-2003, 01:09 AM

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...ight=vasectomy

**batteryrequired** · 09-08-2003, 07:22 AM

I had one done 8 years ago...peice of cake.

**tazman** · 09-08-2003, 05:29 PM

had mine done around 8yrs ago, no problems, plus it was fun getting the wife up at 6am to help get a sample to bring to the doctors office.

**Charger** · 09-08-2003, 06:45 PM

Get the procedure. It's not bad at all and it's the right thing to do. Just be careful after. Mine went well until my son who was 3 at the time jump into my lap, knee first if you get the idea. That was a bit of a setback.

**BBingUniverse** · 09-08-2003, 09:09 PM

had mine done 2 years ago. Was a little sore for months. Would hate to do it over but I am happy I had it done. All fun with no worry now, 2 great kids and we are done.

I was just a little disappointed that I couldn't get right back into the heavy stuff. My background is mostly powerlifting and those tight squat suits just didn't feel right for some time.

My Bodybuilding/Powerlifting artwork.

**sequitur** · 09-27-2003, 12:46 AM

First off it should be clear it has nothing to do with your workouts beyond the brief recovery... I had one over 20 years ago and I have this advice.

Get a doctor that is practiced at them. Watching him wipe the sweat from his brow commenting that he can't find the vas and the anisthectic could wear off is no fun.

When your doctor tells it's okay to have sex when you feel like it again don't tell that cute little thing that starts your motor two days later that you feel like it... you'll know it's irreversable after that.

Don't tell women who hang out in packs like wolves... They'll ask to see your scars. :-O

**~*IronBelle*~** · 09-27-2003, 02:14 PM

If you have a dog that likes to jump up when you come in the house... just make sure it's tethered up for a while...

**Play 18** · 09-28-2003, 07:58 AM

I had the precedure 10 years ago. It took about 30 minutes in the Drs. office. I was talking to his asistant and never noticed a thing other that I was a little lightheaded for a short while. They used a local. I had it done around noon on Friday, cooled out over the weekend and went to work Monday. The best decision that I could have made.

**Overload** · 09-28-2003, 05:00 PM

If your wife suggests getting castrated then you have something to worry about. lol

Everyone I know that has had it done has no complaints. Plus they tell me they enjoy the carefree sex. With their spouse I mean.

**motorhall** · 09-29-2003, 02:10 PM

I had my nuts cut about seven years ago and I've never noticed any negative physical effects at all. The most important thing is that it moved me one step closer to achieveing my great goal of making it through life without ever having to change a diaper.

**dog** · 10-08-2003, 12:46 PM

Understand that whenever you go under the knife you are taking risks. Mine was 15 years ago and it was a terrible experience, 4 hrs. long, intense pain etc. all because he couldnt get the tube to numb. No REAL problems since except occasional swelling and numbness. Overall I dont regret the procedure cause it benifited my wifes health. As far as training, the best gains took place after the knife and I have never heard of any holdups in that area. GOOD LUCK

**Steelhand** · 10-08-2003, 02:21 PM

I get the blade on Oct 31st. That's right, Halloween!

Of course my exwife offered to take care of my "problem." But she's a veterinarian. I want them disconnected, not in a jar on a shelf!

**Clutch** · 10-08-2003, 04:37 PM

Originally posted by balou411
... I was on my way to get it done then a friend I know told me there were potential side effects.

Never take surgical advice from somebody who's neither a medical professional nor someone who can speak intelligently from experience.

I had mine in '90. There were certainly "side effects", just like my urologist told me there would be...slight discoloration and swelling, a general hit-in-the-junk kind of pain that starts to wear off after the first couple days, stuff like that. Nothing abnormal and certainly nothing you've never felt before or can't handle now.

My buddy that referred me to that uro gave me the best advice and I pass it along every chance I get:

"First off, do a good job shaving yourself. If you don't, it'll be done for you, but not by the cutie who took your copay at the front desk...they'll send Nurse Ratchet. Or a male nurse.

You have to have somebody drive you home, so have them stop at the liquor store. Get a bottle of booze you like and two bags of ice...one for the booze and the other one goes down your shorts. Keep it there until it melts, then replace it."

And don't be an idiot like one of my coworkers, who felt so good 4 days later, he thought he'd play a full round of golf. Not smart.

You're doing the right thing. You're saving your wife from a lot of needless general anesthesia risk. Welcome to the club.

**Gator** · 10-09-2003, 05:04 AM

Ch ch ch ch kill kill kill..LOL Cant remember if thats Halloween or not ??
Good luck..

Gator

Originally posted by Steelhand
I get the blade on Oct 31st. That's right, Halloween! :D

Of course my exwife offered to take care of my "problem." But she's a veterinarian. I want them disconnected, not in a jar on a shelf!

**Hibiscus09** · 10-09-2003, 05:35 AM

I can't remember either! LOL I dont think so, -- they played that creepy music when Michael was after people -- didn't they? Maybe ch ch ch ch went with Jason on Friday the 13th?

**Gator** · 10-09-2003, 05:38 AM

Your right hib, Friday the 13th..Camp Silver Lake..lol

Gator

**Steelhand** · 10-10-2003, 04:48 PM

On the list of side effects, let's list these:

Improved sex-life- no worries about pregnancy

Feelings of support of your significant other - both your feelings and hers

Taking control of your reproductive health - responsibility for yourself.

Those are some pretty good side effects, ones that I look forward to enjoying.

**little lats** · 10-11-2003, 06:41 AM

Hmm, I am not nursing you bro!!!!!!!!!!!! lol But I know a nurse that might be able to help. Lmao!!!!

**Steelhand** · 10-11-2003, 10:32 AM

You ain't got the kinda "pecs" to nurse me, bro! LMAO!

I'm importing a flatlander to ease me through my pain. I'll pay her back when the swelling goes down...or comes back! LOL!

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