r/postvasectomypain

3.4K archived posts · Jun 2018 – Sep 2026

A place to talk about chronic pain, caused by vasectomy

r/postvasectomypain

This is a place to share your experience with chronic pain caused by vasectomy, or to post links to stories about what it is like to have this problem. Please focus on first person accounts, studies, research, or insightful descriptions of this issue.

Created Jun 27, 2018

1.8KMembers (last snapshot)

3.4KArchived posts

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Share your story about chronic pain caused by vasectomy, or post links to stories about what it is like to have this problem.

Please focus on:

First person accounts
Scientific studies
Insightful descriptions
Scoring statements in the mass media or made by medical professionals

Learn more about the problem and connect with others who could provide insight and support.

If you or your partner are considering a vasectomy, this sub may help you understand that PVPS is a real risk worth taking into consideration.

Timeline of stories by vasectomy date

Wikipedia article

Mayo Clinic Video

Scientific review of PVPS

GLOWM review of vasectomy science

Impact on quality of life

Treatment Options

Experiences with female sterilization

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