VASECTOMY

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VASECTOMY

  • Permanent method for men who are sure that they will not want more children. Think carefully before deciding.
  • Safe, simple, convenient surgery. Done in a few minutes in a clinic or office. Local anesthetic blocks pain.
  • Very effective after 3 months. Need another method until then.
  • Pain, swelling, or bruising can last a few days after procedure. A few men have lasting pain.
  • No effect on sexual ability or feelings.

Knowledge for Health Project, The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Center for Communication Programs (CCP), Family Health International(FHI), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), With IT Support from Google.

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