Patient Instructions

NSAIDs such as Aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and other pain killers should be discontinued for 10 days prior to any procedure as these medicines can thin the blood and lead to an increase in bleeding during or after surgery
If you are not certain if you are currently taking any NSAID’s occasionally or on a regular basis, please check with our office.
Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the evening prior to your surgery date
Arrange for someone to drive you home after surgery.

Apply ice bag to scrotum for 10 minutes on, then 10 minutes off, for the first two hours after the vasectomy reversal. Repeat in the next

3-4 days in the evenings

Prescription pain medicine can be taken as necessary
An athletic supporter (jockstraps) or tight supportive underwear is recommended for 7-10 days
Patients can shower after 48 hours. Baths should be avoided for 2 weeks
Sexual activity can resume 2-3 weeks after the reversal
No strenuous work for 4-6 weeks
Return to the office in 2-4 weeks for a follow up visit
A sperm count will be ordered 8 weeks following surgery

If you are experiencing any complications or have any questions
Contact the Office