Does male sterilization cause sexual dysfunction?

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Male sterilization is a permanent method of birth control in which the two vas deferens are cut and tied. After the procedure, ejaculation, erections, and sexual desire are normal. Vasectomy is suitable for those who do not wish to have children and do not want to use other temporary methods of birth control. There are limitations to vasectomy, such as: The person undergoing the procedure must be in good health, have no abnormal bleeding or slow blood clotting, and have no sexually transmitted diseases or infections in the testicles during the surgery.

Male sterilization is easier than female sterilization. It can be done in clinics, mobile ambulance units, public health centers, and hospitals. The male sterilization method is as follows:

  • The doctor will use a local anesthetic and inject it directly into the scrotum, similar to the vas deferens. 
  • Then use a knife to make a small cut about 1 centimeter long. Take the spermatic cord and tie it or cut it according to the doctor’s instructions. 
  • A safer method of cutting may be used, เล่น UFABET ผ่านมือถือ สะดวกทุกที่ ทุกเวลา, rather than tying and suturing with dissolvable sutures, so there is no need to waste time coming back to remove the sutures.

Post-vasectomy care

  • Try not to disturb the wound for 24-48 hours  after the procedure.
  • You should not ride a bicycle or a motorcycle.
  • You should wear tight underwear. 
  • Keep the wound away from water for 2-3 days. 
  • Keep observing for any abnormalities that require seeing a doctor, such as bleeding or swelling.

After sterilization, there will still be some sperm remaining in the seminal vesicles, or in some cases, there are multiple vas deferens. Temporary contraception must be use for a period of about 1-3 months.

First of all, we must understand that the testicles have two functions: to produce sperm and male hormones. Sperm comes out through the seminal vesicles, while hormones come out through the blood vessels.

Male hormones affect sexual desire, but during sterilization, the doctor will tie and cut only the spermatic cord, not tie or cut the blood vessels, so the hormones can still leave the testicles normally. Therefore, it definitely has no effect on sexual performance.