Should you get a vasectomy?

A vasectomy may not be the first choice for birth control, but it is a highly effective method to prevent future pregnancies. If you’re not sure whether a vasectomy is right for you, consider the benefits of a vasectomy before discounting the idea of one.

Top 10 benefits of a vasectomy

1. Vasectomies in Ottawa are usually covered by insurance. They can be cost-effective over other types of birth control even if you have to pay a portion of the cost.
2. Vasectomies are very effective. The chance of getting pregnant when a partner has a vasectomy is less than 1%.
3. Vasectomies are low-risk surgeries.
4. They do not require general anesthesia, and the risk of complications like pain, infection, and bleeding is low (ranges from 0.1% to 2%).
5. The surgery is done in your doctor’s office. In Dr. Bercier’s vasectomy clinic in Montreal, the procedure takes about 10 minutes.
6. The recovery is quick. You can go home right after the surgery and can return to work in a few days.
7. It’s a great excuse to lounge for a few days! Although the recovery is quick, you do need to take it easy for 48 to 72 hours.
8. A vasectomy reduces the burden for birth control on your partner, balancing the scales in contraceptive decisions.
9. If you’ve ever worried about your partner taking the pill or the possibility of a condom breaking, a vasectomy increases your peace of mind.
10. Vasectomies are considered a permanent form of birth control, but a vasectomy reversal may be possible if you change your mind in the future.

Keep in mind that vasectomies do not prevent STDs. You will need another form of birth control for about 3 months after the procedure. Reversal surgery does have a high success rate, but it is not guaranteed.

Is a Vasectomy Right for You?

Getting a vasectomy is a serious decision. If you’ve given it serious thought and are sure that you don’t want children, a vasectomy is a good choice to avoid an unintended pregnancy. You should discuss it with your partner and your doctor before you have the surgery. If you hesitate because you’re not sure if you want more children or not, you’re probably not ready to have a vasectomy. If you have concerns about the procedure, contact Clinic Vasectomy for a consultation to discuss your questions with a doctor who can give you peace of mind.