I am a male considering having a vasectomy, what are the effects on the body and how much does it cost?
• A vasectomy is a permanent method of male birth control. • It is 99% effective. • Sterilization does not provide any protection from sexually transmitted diseases. • Male sterilization is much less complicated than female sterilization because it is a non-surgical procedure that does not require a hospital visit. • With the no-scalpel vasectomy, the skin of the scrotum (testicles) is not cut. The tubes are reached through one tiny hole, then tied off, cauterized, or blocked. The tiny hole heals quickly, no stitches, no scarring. • Vasectomies have no effect on sexuality. Erections, climaxes, and the amount of ejaculate remain the same. The cost of sterilization varies greatly from provider to provider. Insurance coverage for a vasectomy also varies depending on insurance plans. Some providers have funding available to assist low-income clients in obtaining a vasectomy. Click here for more information about birth control methods and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Click h
