How To Get Pregnant After A Vasectomy Reversal

The decision to have a vasectomy is not always an easy one to make. Doctors encourage their patients to think long and hard before they undergo the procedure because they might find that they have changed their minds later in life. Unfortunately trying to reverse the vasectomy is easier said than done.

The original procedure takes about 30 minutes and is virtually painless. Having it reversed is the opposite. The surgery is painful, costs twice as much, and takes twice as long. The only reason that any man should even think about it is if they want another baby. Even than they should know that it might not be 100% effective.

It is not uncommon for couples – especially older ones – to have troubles conceiving a child. The risks are against them and it is possible that having the original procedure reversed will do nothing to help. Before you even think about reversing the vasectomy you and your partner should visit a fertility doctor. This will tell you if you would have had problems before the reversal.

Wearing a scrotum supporter will help the man to heal quicker and with minimal side effects after he has had the procedure. These can be purchased at a medical equipment store or a doctor’s office. Try to keep it on between five to six weeks after the reversal.

After the first procedure the man will heal two or three days after the surgery. With a reversal the recovery time is much longer. Not only does it take longer – but the man will have sharp pains in the scrotum region for at least four days after the surgery. In some cases men have to wait weeks before all of the pain is completely gone. Make sure that you do not have any form of sexual intercourse until your body has healed.

Stick to wearing boxers instead of the briefs until after the six week healing period. This will help to keep your testicles cooled off and increase the sperm count. It is also best to keep out of the hot tub, saunas, and hot baths. Sperm will be killed off under hot conditions.

While you are trying to conceive keep away from large amounts of alcohol and caffeine. Substitute it for lots of water. The alcohol and caffeine will lower the sperm count.