Article: This is a doctor who specializes in the male reproductive system.   The urologist can take a detailed medical history and perform a physical exam to determine what course of action is best to help you and your partner become pregnant. The urologist can also assess your partner to see if he has any specific fertility problems, other than the vasectomy. It is advisable for you, as the woman, to also consult your OB/GYN and to make sure you have no fertility problems that could hold the two of you back from becoming pregnant. It is a procedure that can be done directly in the doctor's office, with only local freezing (anesthetic) to numb the scrotal area, and it is relatively quick (around 30 minutes).  Some men find it helpful to have you there as moral support. It is also recommended to drive your partner home after the procedure as he will likely be experiencing some pain and discomfort. Sperm is produced in the testicles, and it then goes to the epididymis to mature. From the epididymis it travels through the vas deferens and eventually joins the urethra for ejaculation. The initial vasectomy procedure cut through the vas deferens to prevent sperm transport during ejaculation.  The vasectomy reversal can be done in two ways. The first way is reattaching the two cut ends of the vas deferens (called a vasovasostomy). This is the more common procedure.  The second way is reattaching the vas deferens directly to the epididymis (called a vasoepididymostomy). This is used when a vasovasostomy is not possible. Recovery from this procedure usually does not take more than a few days.   The man may have some pain in his scrotal area, and this can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or an NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), or aspirin. Most men are fine with over-the-counter pain medications and do not need anything stronger; however, it is an option to receive prescription pain medication from the doctor if your partner needs it. Sometimes couples will hold off on sex for up to a few weeks after the procedure, as some men experience discomfort (and occasionally some blood) with ejaculation.  If this occurs for your partner, it should resolve on its own with time (within a few weeks). If the bleeding is severe or the pain and discomfort are not improving, seek additional help from your doctor. The urologist will likely ask for follow-up appointments to check your partner's sperm counts, and to assess whether or not the procedure was successful. Note that success rates of vasectomy reversal are approximately 60%.  It partly depends upon the number of years that the man has had the vasectomy for. A shorter duration equates to a greater success rate. In other words, when you have sexual intercourse after the vasectomy is reversed, you will have the same chance as any other couple of conceiving a baby. Note that this also means that the man is no longer "sterile" (that is, the vasectomy is no longer functioning as birth control), so the two of you will need to discuss alternate methods for contraception after the pregnancy is over.
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Have your partner see a urologist. Book time off to take your partner to his vasectomy reversal. Allow the doctor to perform the procedure. Help your partner to recover from his vasectomy reversal. Refrain from sexual activity until at least one week after the procedure. Ensure your partner attends follow-up appointments. Understand that if your partner's vasectomy is successfully reversed, you will be able to get pregnant as any other couple would.
Article: The Messenger icon is blue with a white lightning bolt inside it. It's at the bottom-right corner of the screen. It's the icon with a blue speech bubble towards the top of the screen. Doing so will display all the "Filtered Requests," or incoming messages you've received from people that you're not friends with.
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Open Facebook Messenger. Tap the menu icon. Tap Message Requests. Tap See all. Tap on a conversation to view the message.
Article: If your cat is constipated, you may notice her repeatedly enter the litter box, squat to defecate, but fail to pass any feces. Your cat may strain and vocalize (meow, cry, yowl) during these attempts. Other symptoms can include low energy, loss of appetite, throwing-up foam or undigested food, and abdominal pain. Sometimes, you can even feel a large hard lump of feces if you gently push on your cat's abdomen. Signs of constipation can look similar to signs of a urinary blockage, which is an emergency that can quickly become life threatening. If you suspect your cat has been straining to urinate, or if you have not seen any urine in the litter box in more than 12 hours, take your cat to the vet to rule out a urinary obstruction. Tumors and foreign objects like hair, bones, and plant material can obstruct the passage of feces. Sometimes diet can play a role in constipation. If your cat has a history of constipation, you might add canned food for extra moisture or enrich the cat's diet with psyllium. Metabolic or endocrine disorders like dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, or obesity may also cause constipation. Neurological problems from spinal cord disease, pelvic injuries, or primary nerve dysfunction can cause constipation in some cats. Megacolon may develop when feces is impacted in colon and colon no longer pushes contents along. You can try an enema at home if your cat is mildly constipated (less than 2 to 3 days) or when constipation is not chronically observed. If the case is more severe or you think your cat may have a more complicated disorder, seek veterinary care. Your cat may have a more complicated disorder if you notice changes in water intake, very low energy level, severe vomiting, or a complete loss of appetite. Sometimes, a constipated cat might be slightly less hungry from feeling full or from the discomfort of being constipated, but may still be willing to eat. Attempt an enema at home only if your cat is docile and gentle. She shouldn't have other underlying painful or medical conditions like fractures, arthritis, and kidney problems. One potential advantage of giving an enema at home is that your cat is in a more familiar place and may be calmer. You may want to have a second person present to help gently restrain your cat. Your cat may still be uncooperative and might scratch or bite you. Don't excessively restrain your cat if she is fighting back.
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Watch for signs of constipation. Try to identify the cause of constipation. Consider administering an enema at home only in cases of mild, occasional constipation. Take your cat's temperament into account.