VASECTOMY AFTERCARE

Taking it Easy (First 24 Hours):

• Relax and unwind. Your body needs time to heal.
• Think of the word “RICE”  Rest, ice, compress, and elevate. (Don’t worry about elevate)
• Skip the heavy lifting – enlist a friend or family member to help.
• Do not lift any objects (or kids) if you risk bumping yourself in the scrotum.
• Ice packs on your shorts (not your skin) for 15 minutes on and off works well.

Taming the Discomfort (Next Few Days):

• It's normal to experience some soreness, swelling, and bruising.
• Over-the-counter pain relievers like tylenol or  ibuprofen can be your allies.
• Ice packs applied for 15 minutes at a time can reduce swelling and discomfort.

Keeping Things Clean (Post-Shower):

• After 24 hours, showers are your friend – keep the area clean and dry. You don’t need to scrub with soap.
• You do not have to apply antibiotic ointment

Love Life on Hold (For Now):

• Hold off on sexual activity for at least one week.
• Remember, vasectomy doesn't mean instant sterilization.
• Use another form of birth control until you test negative. Get 30 ejaculations out of your system. (Think 10 a month).
• The final test is with the at home kit. Dr Kella will let you know if there are other options.

Supportive Comfort (First Week):

• Supportive underwear, like an athletic supporter, is your new best friend.
• Give hot tubs, saunas, and swimming pools a miss for at least a week.

Listen to Your Body:

• Gradually increase activity as you feel comfortable.
• Any signs of infection (fever, increasing redness, increasing pain)? Give us a call!

Congratulations! With a little TLC, you'll be back to your routine in no time.