We are going to cover some questions about vasectomy in an easy to handle question and answer format to make it easy to digest the information in layman’s terms without using loads of technical terms that most people never understand anyways.  It is my hope that you walk away from this article with a good understanding of what is involved.

Question 1.  Will a vasectomy affect me emotionally? 

The decision to be sterilized is never simple or easy; however, there is nothing that should be affected emotionally from the procedure.  With that being said, some men do have a feeling that a vasectomy is in some way robbing them of their manhood, which can bother some men, but takes some time to adjust to looking positively at. 

Question 2.  Will a vasectomy affect my masculinity? 

No, you are not suddenly going to adore the color pink and walk around in high heels.  Nevertheless, on a serious note, having a vasectomy will not in any way alter your hormones that make you manly in the first place; having a vasectomy will not alter your appearance, voice, chest hair or any other physical traits. 

Question 3.  What if any sexual changes will, I notice due to the vasectomy?

You should notice nothing except for the fact that you can be more spontaneous.  There are much fewer worries about pregnancy and less planning ahead which can make a definitely good benefit of a spiced up sex life. 

Question 4.  Can a vasectomy protect against STD’s? 

No a vasectomy will not, has never and will never protect against any sexually transmitted diseases, this includes HIV and AIDS, to be protected from these you should continue to wear a condom and exercise caution in who your sexual partners are.  A vasectomy is only effective in preventing pregnancy and not STD’s.

Question 5.  If I change my mind later, can the vasectomy be reversed? 

While a vasectomy can be reversed, it is quite costly, not always effective and increases the chances of complications.  If you are ever considering having the vasectomy reversed then you should carefully consider whether a vasectomy is truly the option for you.  Even if you have a reversal done, they are not always effective, and can result in you still being sterile, make sure this is something you can accept and deal with should the reversal fail. 

Question 6.  If I still want children, can I use a sperm bank?

If you are considering storing sperm in a sperm bank then you should stop looking into a vasectomy now.  You are still unsure deep down whether this is the best option for you, which is fine, but do not use your body recklessly.  Sperm banks are never able to keep all sperm submitted alive; much less can they guarantee that the sperm you store there will result in a pregnancy when and if you desire one.  It might end up being a waste of money, as well as leave you bitter and upset about your vasectomy.