STERILIZATION

FEMALE STERILIZATION (TUBAL LIGATION)

This is a surgical procedure whereby a woman's fallopian tubes are cut, blocked or tied to prevent eggs from travelling down her uterus. The operation is usually done under general anaesthetic.

ADVANTAGES

• It is permanent and you and your partner don't have to think about contraception again. 
• It does not interfere with sex. 

DISADVANTAGES
Some people may regret having the operation after some years.
There is a risk of infection.
The tubes may rejoin and you may be fertile again(uncommon).

It is more than 99 percent effective.

MALE STERILIZATION (VASECTOMY)

This is a surgical procedure where the vas deferens (the tube that takes sperm from the testes to the penis) of a man is severed and then tied in a manner such as to prevent sperm from entering into the semen. It usually takes about 30 minutes to complete and is usually done under a local anaesthetic. Sometimes, it is done under a general anaesthetic.

ADVANTAGES

• It is permanent and you don't have to think of contraception again. 
• It is easier to do and more effective than female sterilization. 

DISADVANTAGES

• It may take some time before the semen is free from sperm.
• You can only rely on male sterilization after you have been told that the semen test is negative. 
• Some people may regret having a vasectomy, especially if their circumstances change.

On a lighter note.... enjoy!