Forms of Permanent Birth Control

Permanent contraceptives are the most popular forms of birth control in the United States. Everyone can choose this form of surgical birth control. Permanent birth control for men is called “vasectomy” and is made by a surgical procedure incision in the upper part of the scrotum. The two tubes that carry sperm into the semen are cut apart and then ted off. The incision is then stitched. This procedure is performed in a surgeon`s office using local anesthesia to numb the area while the man is awake. After the surgery a man is still able produce semen but it is free of sperm so it is not causing pregnancy.

Same procedure for women causing permanent sterilization is called “Tubal Ligation”. It is performed in a hospital and the woman is under some form of anesthesia. One or two small incisions are made in the abdomen. The fallopian tubes are clipped and cauterized and the incision is then stitched. Both of the two forms of permanent sterilization Vasectomy (for men) or Tubal Ligation (for women) prevent against pregnancy but not against sexually transmitted diseases. So using condoms is recommended for none monogamous couples.

Note: The information given in this article is not intended to be a substitute for any professional medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.

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