Vasectomy and the fate of sperm post-procedure


Dear Dr. G,

I'm a happily married man in my late thirties with two teenage children. My wife and I agree our family is complete, and now, after her experiences with childbirth, I'm considering a vasectomy. While I'm aware that this procedure is less risky and generally straightforward for men, I still have some concerns about its effectiveness and what happens to the sperm afterward.

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Dr George Lee

Dr George Lee

Dr George Lee is a consultant Urologist and Clinical Associate Professor whose professional interest is in men’s health. This column is a forum to help men debunk the myths and taboos on men’s issues that may be too “hard” to mention. You can send him questions at askdrg@thestar.com.my

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