After a vasectomy operation - Vasectomy Services Western - vasectomy.ie

1. Some minimal bruising and discomfort may be expected during the first 1-3 days but this usually resolves without treatment (similar to tooth filling or extraction). Some patients may wish to take something for this pain such as paracetamol.

2. After the operation the remainder of the day should be spent resting, as well as the following 2 days. It is important to avoid heavy lifting, heavy physical work, vigorous exercise and sport for at least one week. Depending on the patient's occupation, it may be necessary to take up to one week off work. This is not a reflection on the severity of the operation. Rather that the scrotum is very mobile and subject to friction and needs rest to allow all tissues to seal and heal.

REST IS IMPORTANT. IF THIS ADVICE IS IGNORED COMPLICATIONS SUCH AS BLEEDING, INFECTION, PAIN AND SWELLING ARE COMMON.