I had a vasectomy 9 weeks ago and my first sample came back negative. Do I need to go back for a second semen analysis?
I had a vasectomy 9 weeks ago and my first sample came back negative. Do I need to go back for a second semen analysis? Thank you.
Answers from doctors (1)
Answered by John C. McHugh, MD
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Most urologists recommend 2 negative specimens, and this is what I would recommend as well.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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