Men
Although bpas is mainly known for its reproductive healthcare services for women, it has also been providing services for men for many years.
In particular, vasectomy and vasectomy reversals are performed at a number of bpas clinics.
We have also recently launched an online sexual health clinic, providing a range of tests and treatments for sexually transmitted infections, as well as treatment for erectile dysfunction.
On this site, you will also find useful information to advise you and your partner about reproductive health, pregnancy and abortion.
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Vasectomy
Every year around 65,000 men in the UK have a vasectomy.
Vasectomy is a safe and effective form of contraception for men. But it is permanent, so you should only consider it if you are sure you never want children or you and your partner do not want any more children. This is a decision that should not be taken lightly.
bpas are specialists in providing vasectomy from a number of our clinics, including a number that offer the non scalpel technique.
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Vasectomy Reversal
Vasectomy has become increasingly popular as an effective and permanent form of contraception. Most men who have chosen it value the freedom from artificial forms of contraception and the fear of unplanned pregnancy.
However, some men do come to regret the operation – usually because they have a new partner or do decide that they want more children with their current partner.
Vasectomy reversal involves an operation to reconstruct the vas (the small tubes that carry sperm) and if successful it may restore your fertility. But there is no guarantee of this success. Sometimes the healing process of the operation will block the vas. The chances of rejoining the tubes is around 80%, but the ultimate success rate of pregnancy after the operation is only 55% when the procedure is done within 10 years of the vasectomy, and 25% if it is more than 10 years since your vasectomy.
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Sexually Transmitted Infections
It not just people who have a lot of sexual partners who get a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Anyone who has sex without a condom, or who may have used a condom incorrectly, can catch an STI.
STIs can be passed on though vaginal, anal and oral sexual intercourse, as well as through genital contact with someone who is already infected. The most common STIs in the UK are chlamydia, syphilis and gonorrhoea. Other STIs include herpes and genital warts.
Like most other infections, STIs can be avoided fairly easily. The most important preventive technique is to use a condom when you are having any sort of penetrative sex. And if you or your partner have any concerns about STIs – from avoiding them to getting them and treating them - you should talk to a medical professional, preferably one that specialises in STIs and other sexual health concerns. bpas now offers an online sexual health clinic to provide testing and treatment for a broad range of STIs.
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Erectile Dysfunction
You may find it embarrassing if you are having difficulty maintaining an erection, or finding it hard to ejaculate. But you are not alone. Many men have the same problem. As many as two and a half million men around the UK may have some sort of sexual dysfunction at any one time. And although it may not be something you want to discuss with your friends, it is important that you get some advice if you are worried about it.
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Other useful information
How to use a condom
Condoms are the most popular and effective form of protection against STIs. There are a lot of different brands of condoms available in the UK. You can buy them in chemists, and newsagents, or from vending machines, or even by post. (There are also female condoms available, but they have not proved very popular yet.) Basically, you need to decide what sort of condoms you find easiest to use, and makes sure you have some when you are planning on having sex.
Some couples decide to start off using condoms, and as their relationship progresses both get tests for STIs and then stop using condoms. Others prefer to use condoms all the time. Some people do find condoms difficult to use, or find using condoms interrupts having sex. But there is no two ways of looking at it. Condoms protect you – from STIs, and your partner from pregnancy.
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Abortion and men
Every year, many thousands of couples and women face an unplanned pregnancy. At bpas, we provide abortions for as many as 55,000 women a year. Naturally, we make every effort to involve partners in the process, and aim to keep men fully informed about what will happen if your partner decides to have an abortion.
bpas provides abortions for women who wish to terminate their pregnancy. Legally, it is the woman who must make the final decision about whether or not to have an abortion. However, if you and your partner are considering this option, there is a lot you can do to help her.
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What bpas clients think about us
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Client literature
bpas provide detailed information to clients on our services and procedures, copies of these can be downloaded through this website.
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How to make an appointment with bpas
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