Q19. How long do I have to wait after my vasectomy before having sex?

A19. The answer is as soon as you feel comfortable to do so. Some surgeons will ask you to wait for a week until you are completely healed before resuming sexual relations. Still continue to use condoms and for up to three months after surgery as it will take this long for any remaining sperm to be cleared out of your tubes.

This is discussed in greater detail in our results of your vasectomy section.

FAQS Index : A guide to Vasectomy

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Vasectomy FAQs

1. What is a vasectomy?
2. Why is it called ‘the snip?’
3. Why should I consider a vasectomy?
4. Am I suitable for a vasectomy?
5. Does it hurt?
6. What are the benefits of a vasectomy?
7. What are the side effects of a vasectomy?
8. What is ‘post-vasectomy pain syndrome?’
9. How much does a vasectomy costs?
10. Can I have a vasectomy on the NHS?
11. How long does a vasectomy take?
12. Is there more than one procedure?
13. What is ‘no-scalpel’ vasectomy?
14. Can I have a local anaesthetic?
15. How soon can I return to work after a vasectomy?
16. I play sports; how soon can I resume them?
17. What is the success rate for a vasectomy?

18. What is the failure rate for a vasectomy?
19. How long do I have to wait after my vasectomy before having sex?
20. Is there a link between vasectomy and prostate cancer?
21. Is there a link between vasectomy and testicular cancer?
22. Will it affect my sex drive?
23. Do I still have to use condoms after surgery?
24. Will it affect our sex life?
25. I am not sure whether to have a vasectomy; shall I go ahead anyway?
26. Can I go abroad for a vasectomy?
27. What happens if I change my mind?
28. What is a vasectomy reversal?
29. What is a tubal ligation?
30. Is there an alternative to a vasectomy?

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