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A 40-year-old male asked:
What steps need to be followed to have a vasectomy. i am a 40 year male and we have a boy who is 20 months old. which doctors or specialists do i see preferably at panorama cape town. how long after op can i resume running and sexual activity. thanks?
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Dr. Harold Mandelanswered
General Practice 40 years experience
Urology consult: A urologist usually performs a vasectomy in the office. A urologist specializes in the male urinary tract and reproductive system. I suggest discussing when you can resume running and sexual activity again with your urologist so your advice can be individualized.
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