What is the normal recovery time after having a male vasectomy?

You’ll need to rest for 24 hours after surgery. You can probably do light activity after two or three days, but you’ll need to avoid sports, lifting and heavy work for a week or so. Overdoing it could cause pain or bleeding inside the scrotum. Avoid any sexual activity for a week or so.

How do you sleep after a vasectomy?

As with any period of recovery, rest is crucial. For the first few days after your procedure, you should be resting as much as possible. Try lying down with your feet raised—this will help increase circulation and promote healing.

When can you start walking after vasectomy?

Wait at least 72 hours before any vigorous activity, lifting, or even walking for distance. Too much activity too soon carries a risk of internal bleeding that would cause lots of pain and swelling, and significantly prolong your recovery.

How should I sleep after vasectomy?

For the first few days after your procedure, you should be resting as much as possible. Try lying down with your feet raised—this will help increase circulation and promote healing. The goal is to stay off your feet, so avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting or carrying.

How soon can you shower after vasectomy?

You may shower 24 hours after your vasectomy. Afterwards, keep the area of the incision clean and dry.

How soon can I shower after a vasectomy?

You may shower 24 hours after your vasectomy. Afterwards, keep the area of the incision clean and dry. Refrain from intercourse/ejaculation for one week. Ejaculation may cause some discomfort in the groin and testicles until the tissues heal.

What should I wear after a vasectomy?

To encourage healing and to help with comfort, we recommend that you wear underwear that provides ample support for your scrotum (in other words, no boxers). Some men use a jock strap for the first week or two after their vasectomy for just this purpose.

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