What are some of the possible risks and complications?
If you experience any problems at all, be it pain, swelling etc. see your doctor right away to receive the appropriate treatment. Should you believe you are not getting better after a reasonable amount of time then always take into consideration that seeking a second opinion from a qualified provider is a reasonable course of action. There are no life threatening complications associated with NSV. The minor complications that can arise are generally short-lived and resolve with ice, rest, anti-inflammatory and time. Long-term safety with vasectomy is considered excellent, although all of the following are possible (complication rate in brackets): Mild Discomfort Some men report a mild aching sensation to the scrotum for a few hours to a few days after the procedure. Hematomas Mild bleeding into the scrotum causing small tender swelling for a few days.(1/400). A major bleed into the scrotum causing a grapefruit sized scrotum which will take months to heal (1/1000). Infection Redness and