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I'm getting a vasectomy. is the anaesthetic injected into my scrotum very painful? can i insist on general anaesthetic? can long term pain result? thx

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Mild: all local anesthetic causes some mild burning for a few seconds before the numbness sets in. it certainly is possible to have the procedure under general anesthetic, however your insurance company may object as the cost is considerably higher than an office procedure

Dr Harper agreed

Answered 2/21/2015

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