FACT: Vasectomy does not protect men from acquiring sexually transmitted diseases.

Likewise, reversing vasectomy does not increase or decrease the risk for STD. Since STD’s are transmitted via sexual intercourse, there is no way that surgeries performed within the genitals may protect you from obtaining the disease. Although vasectomy is very effective in preventing pregnancy, it does not protect you from getting sexually transmitted diseases.

Understanding Vasectomy and Reversing Vasectomy

Vasectomy is an option for men who don’t want to father another child. To stop their worries of unwanted pregnancies during the act of sexual intercourse, men resort to have vasectomy. However, if you believe that vasectomy will protect you from acquiring STD’s, think again. Even after a vasectomy, men are advised to take safety sex precautions. The most effective form of safe sex is the use of condom.

During a vasectomy operation, the vasectomy surgeon cuts the vas deferens from each testicle. The vas deferens serves as the passageway of sperm from the epididymis in anticipation of ejaculation. When the vas deferens is severed, there is no way of transporting sperm out to the urethra. As such, pregnancy will not occur.

On the contrary, reversing vasectomy is performed when men who have had previous vasectomy would want to regain fertility. Vasectomy reversal reconnects the ends of the vas deferens after being severed from vasectomy.

Again, vasectomy and reversing vasectomy will NOT protect men from carrying sexually transmitted diseases.

Understanding Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Sexually transmitted diseases are diseases that are mainly acquired and transmitted via sexual contact including vaginal intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex. STD is now referred as sexually transmitted infection (STI). The disease is transmitted through the mucous membrane of the penis, vulva, rectum and urinary tract. In rare cases, infected secretions from the mouth, throat, respiratory tract, and eyes can also transmit the disease.

Vasectomy and Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Since the ground for transmission is through sex, post-vasectomy and post-vasectomy reversal patients are still prone to STD’s. Upon understanding how STD’s are acquired, anyone who engages in sex with or without having vasectomy can acquire STD’s.

Ensuring a Healthy Sexual Relationship After Reversing Vasectomy
Protection is the key to prevent transmission. It is recommended to use safety condoms while engaging in sexual behavior. Ideally, both partners shall submit themselves for check-ups before initiating sex. This is an advantage to men who have just had vasectomy reversal. Since most of them might have a new sexual partner following a divorce or remarriage, a request to the female partner to have both checked for infections will ensure the couple of a healthy sexual relationship.

Condom Awareness

– Condom protects only the area that it covers
– Avoid wearing of condoms that are too tight, it may lead to possible breakage
– Avoid wearing condoms that are too loose, it may lead to possible leakage of secretions
– Condoms made of latex and polyurethane are ideal for protection
– Avoid storing of condoms in hot environment
– Avoid out-dated condoms, they are weak and breaks easily
– Oil-based lubricants shall not be used with latex condoms
– Avoid flavored condoms, sugar can lead to yeast infection
– Avoid using sharp objects to open the pack of condom, sharps can break the condom

Conclusion
Vasectomy and reversing vasectomy do not hamper the chances of acquiring STD’s. Although vasectomy ensures sterility, it does not protect anyone against sexually transmitted diseases. Same fact applies to men who have had vasectomy reversal. Therefore, you should wear condoms for protection especially when having a new sex partner.

Author Bio: Seomul Evans is a Internet Marketing Company consultant for Vasectomy Reversal and a contributor for a leading Men\’s Health issues blog.

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