Even after years of debunking, there is an unfortunate misconception that if you have a vasectomy, your sex drive will be negatively affected. The good news is that this misconception is simply not true. Having a vasectomy will not decrease your sex drive or hurt your sex life. In fact, many men report that their…
Seven Things You Don’t Know about Getting a Vasectomy
Vasectomies: many people have heard of them, but just as many have heard rumors and exaggerations about this common and safe procedure. There are numerous myths and misconceptions about preparing for, undergoing, and recovering from a vasectomy, so much so that men can be deterred from even considering the procedure. At San Diego Vasectomy Center…
Do I Need to Prepare to Have a Vasectomy?
One of the first questions men ask Dr. Bastuba after scheduling their vasectomy is whether there is anything they can do to prepare for the procedure. You can rest easy – there isn’t much men need to do in the days leading up to a vasectomy at SDVC. We’ve outlined the handful of simple steps…
Five Questions to Ask If You’re Thinking About Getting a Vasectomy
Getting a vasectomy may not seem as straightforward as initially expected. After all of the time and consideration it takes to decide that a vasectomy is the right choice, most men still have questions about everything from how to find a qualified vasectomy surgeon to when will they feel like themselves again. This is completely…
Is There a Correlation Between Getting a Vasectomy and Testicular Cancer?
When men research the vasectomy procedure for more information about cost, recovery, and risk, they may come across hyperbolic articles and blog posts claiming that there is a correlation between getting a vasectomy and cancer, particularly testicular cancer. Simply put, there is no concrete evidence that directly correlates getting a vasectomy to developing testicular cancer…
SDVC’s Vasectomy Guide: Important Terms for Men and Their Partners
Are you considering a vasectomy? The procedure still has a few misconceptions attached to it, which is why San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC) has put together a convenient vasectomy guide for the men who are interested in undergoing a vasectomy, but want to learn more before scheduling an appointment with SDVC. Vasectomy – SDVC utilizes…
The Best Permanent Contraception? Get the Facts on a Vasectomy at SDVC
Although it’s a fairly common procedure, vasectomies are often marred by myths and misconceptions about its effectiveness and about the procedure itself. In movies and on television, characters considering the procedure often have a hyperbolic or completely fabricated panicked reaction, discomfort, and even outright pain. The modern vasectomy, however, is nothing like how it’s frequently…
Do I Need a Urologist to Perform My Vasectomy?
A vasectomy is a procedure that carries a lot of misconceptions about discomfort, invasiveness and recovery. Men considering the procedure are often on the lookout for the best possible physician and on the fence regarding who to go to. Some men want a urologist to perform their vasectomy and others believe a general surgeon or…
November 13th Is World Vasectomy Day
San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC) will join thousands around the world November 13th to recognize World Vasectomy Day, established to “promote greater understanding and participation by men in family planning.” World Vasectomy Day celebrates men who are willing to step up and take responsibility for family planning. Aside from condom use, the female partner is…
Top 3 Reasons to Book Your Vasectomy Now for the Holiday Season
Did you know that now is the perfect time to schedule your vasectomy? The end of October kicks of the typical mainstream holiday season in the U.S., and from now until the start of January many men will consider these coming months an ideal time to undergo a vasectomy. This line of thought is pretty…