There are pros and cons of becoming a parent at any age, but if you feel that you’re ready to nurture a child, being an older adult shouldn’t matter. If male infertility is a concern, consider talking to a specialist who offers vasectomy reversals.

Watch this video to hear about some of the benefits of being an older dad. Research indicates that older dads tend to be more nurturing, active caregivers. Thanks to the increased involvement, the children of older dads tend to be able to cope with stress better and to have high self-confidence.

If you’re ready to become a dad , but you’ve already had a vasectomy, you can speak with Dr. Joshua Green at the Center for Vasectomy Reversal. Call (941) 894-6428 to set up an appointment to discuss having a vasectomy reversal in Sarasota.

General anesthesia is used for many types of surgeries, including vasectomy reversals . This type of anesthesia renders patients completely unconscious so that they do not experience any discomfort or retain any memories of the procedure. Placing a patient under general anesthesia typically involves administering a combination of intravenous and inhaled anesthetics. If you’re anticipating having general anesthesia for your vasectomy reversal, you should discuss the potential risks with your doctor.

Preparations

Since general anesthesia involves more risks than conscious sedation, your doctor will need your full health history. Be sure to inform your doctor if you’ve previously been anesthetized and if you experienced an adverse reaction to it. Discuss all pills you may be taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, herbal supplements, and vitamins. Let the doctor know about any allergies or other medical conditions you may have, and advise him or her if you smoke. These precautions are necessary for your own safety. Your doctor will instruct you to discontinue consuming food and all liquids after a certain point, which is usually midnight on the evening before the surgery. If you need to take any medications, ask your doctor if you can take them with a very small sip of water.

Procedure

When you’re ready to be placed under, the anesthesiologist will administer the medications through an intravenous (IV) line and/or through a mask placed over your mouth and nose. The doctor will likely give you muscle relaxants, which makes it easier for your airway to tolerate the tube that may be inserted to facilitate your respiration. The entire time that you’re asleep, your vital signs will be closely monitored and your medications or fluids will be adjusted as needed.

Recovery

It can take a while to fully wake up, but you won’t be aware of the passage of time. You’ll continue to be closely monitored until you’re fully awake. For the rest of the day, you should rest quietly and take frequent sips of water. It’s common to experience dry mouth, nausea, sore throat, hoarseness, and sleepiness.

When you become a patient of Dr. Joshua Green’s clinic, you’ll receive all of the information you need to make a decision and prepare for your infertility procedure in Sarasota. The Center for Vasectomy Reversal can be reached at (941) 894-6428. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns about your upcoming vasectomy reversal.

It’s often thought that the sole reason for undergoing a vasectomy reversal is to restore fertility and start or grow a family. However, men who have not changed their minds about family planning might still have cause to consult a vasectomy reversal surgeon. The reason is post-vasectomy pain syndrome, which has proven elusive both in terms of definitive diagnosis and treatment. Post-vasectomy pain syndrome is defined as chronic or intermittent scrotal pain that persists for at least three months.

Clinicians are still looking for ways of definitively identifying the possible causes, but it is thought that the chronic pain may have multiple causes. It might be the result of nerve impingement that occurred during the original surgery. For instance, the scrotal and spermatic cord nerve structures may have sustained damage and there may be an issue with the pressure caused by the obstructed vas and epididymis.

If you’ve been suffering from post-vasectomy pain syndrome, you can turn to Dr. Joshua Green at the Center for Vasectomy Reversal for help. Call us at (941) 961-4581 to schedule a consult with our vasectomy reversal surgeon in Sarasota.

Some men initially resist the idea of trying in vitro fertilization (IVF) because it can sometimes feel emasculating to admit that infertility is an issue. Others may assume that assisted reproduction isn’t even an option if a vasectomy reversal has failed. But both of these assumptions interfere with the ultimate goal of conceiving a child. For credible information about resolving male infertility, men can turn to a vasectomy reversal surgeon.

You might still need to undergo surgical sperm retrieval.

Most men are familiar with the concept of ejaculating into a collection cup to provide sperm that will be used to fertilize eggs in a laboratory. But for many men, surgical sperm retrieval is necessary. After sperm are produced in the testicles, they depart via the epididymis, which is a coiled tube. The epididymis is connected to the prostate via a tube called the vas deferens. The vas deferens forms the ejaculatory duct with a seminal vesicle. Normally, these structures allow sperm to mix with other fluids to form the semen that is then ejaculated. A few medical problems can occur that prevent sperm from mixing into the semen. If this applies to you, you may need to have a surgeon extract sperm directly from the testicles or the epididymis tubes.

The IVF cycles will be incredibly stressful for both of you.

Many men are unprepared for the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany a typical IVF cycle. It’s possible to switch from feeling incredibly hopeful to feeling devastated in the amount of time it takes a pregnancy test to show results. As stressful as the experience is for you, you should remember that your partner is having a more difficult time. Show your love and support.

Following a healthy lifestyle is still important.

After making the decision to have surgical sperm retrieval and IVF, you might assume that healthy lifestyle choices are no longer important. But actually, your lifestyle decisions can directly influence the health of your sperm. Until you get a positive pregnancy test, you should avoid alcohol, consume a healthy diet, and avoid activities that can overheat your reproductive region.

Even if you’ve previously had a failed vasectomy reversal, a skilled surgeon may be able to restore your fertility. Contact Dr. Green at the Center for Vasectomy Reversal at (941) 961-4581 and learn more about our infertility procedures in Sarasota. We extend accommodating services to out-of-town patients.