Permanent Birth Control - Missouri City,TX

Years ago, after my 3rd child I got my tubes ties. Best decision I ever made because we never had to worry about more pregnancies, BUT I began to gain weight.. Wish I had paid more attention then. Remember what happens when you castrate/neuter an animal? They gain weight.. Hope you get the info you wanted.

No vasectomy = no sex. I cannot believe these men who are willing to risk their wife's life instead of getting a minor procedure done. Talk to a doctor and get your facts straight on the procedures. Make a list of all your body has been through with the pregnancies and what it would go through for the Esure, then make a list of the what his body would go through for the vasectomy. Give the lists to him and ask him if he loves you. This may sound cold, but sometimes men need to have the facts laid out for them.

Hi B.,

I had the Essure done last year and my results weren't the best. My left tube developed the scar tissue but the right tube did not. The follow up x-ray is uncomfortable but doesn't last very long. Since my right tube didn't have scar tissue the doctor said to wait about 6 more months and maybe it would develop. I went back for a second x-ray and the woman inserting the dye had to force it but it still went through my right tube...which means I can still get pregnant. I'm pretty sure I cried for an hour after realizing that it didn't work. I love my two boys but they're definitely a hand full! hahaha! So apparently your tubes have several layers to them and the doctor had the cord inserted but then it might have slipped into the outer layer and that's why the tube isn't blocked. I didn't feel any pain after and only had slight bleeding. The doctor said he could go back in and try it again or my husband could just get a vasectomy. We've scheduled the vasectomy for the first week of January! My husband realized I shouldn't have to go through more and plus he'd like to have sex more instead of me freaking out when we use a condom and thinking I'm going to get pregnant! So I know right where you are! Hope this helps. If you have any other questions let me know.

M.

Brandi,

I actually just had it done last month. I feel just fine. I am still on the waiting period of 90 days to see that it did what it is suppose to. I have recommended this to everyone. I mean why not. It has been done for 5 years and heard nothing but great reviews. I can't agree with you more I to do not want another child and using condums does suck, but I would rather do that then have another one. I feel I have been blessed with 2 girls and a step daughter and step son and that is plenty to be thankful for. I was a little sore on the right side, but not more then just a day of it. You really don't miss any work if you do work and that is great b/c we all know our PTO is spent on our sick kids. HeeHee. Regarding the insurance, I was told I would only have to pay a copay b/c my doctors office did it in their office and then I had to pay Encompus $275 this is the company that has the equipment and then I am expecting an anastisiologist bill, but was told it should not be anymore then $125 or less. However, I just received a bill from the doctors office stating I owe $183 that the insurance did not pay for. I checked it out and the insurance company said it should have been that I paid 20%, but I am appealing it because I was not told that and now I possible will have to come up with the rest of the money to pay for it. My advice to you is to check with your insurance company first before you decide. Have the docotors office give you the correct billing codes so you know exactly what they would charge. From one mommy to the other. Godbless you.

I have not had it yet, but plan to after my 2nd child is born (January). I talked to my Dr about getting my tubes tied while he was "in there" (I am having a C section). He suggested using Essure instead, to give me time to make sure I want that birth to be my last. He said it is very effective, and less evasive with less complications than a vasectomy. I have been doing some research, and have found lots of positive stories so far.

Your husband needs to go and get snipped. He is your husband and bears responsiblity in this and it is your health we are talking about. He can go in on a Friday and be back at work on Monday if he follows the doctors directions.

When I asked my doc about the Esure nothing negative was said, just simply "your husband needs to get it taken care of". No elaboration, but I felt that was good enough to not do it at this time.

If you are in the San Antonio area, Dr. Talley (yes that is his name) is AWESOME. My husband really liked him and we know tons of people who have used him. Also, our insurance paid for his and all we had to pay was an office visit co-pay.

Good luck!

I had the Esure procedure in October 2009 and would recommend it to anyone who is sure she is ready for permanent birth control. My experience with the procedure and recovery was nothing but positive. Like the previous poster, I took the drugs prescribed to prepare for the procedure and felt nothing at all. Afterward, I took one more pain pill for the cramping, but really didn't need it. I had lots of people judge me for doing it and not forcing my husband to get snipped. It was my ultimate decision to call our family complete (I have two boys - 2 yo and 5 mo) so I should be the one acting on that decision. Plus, it was not painful at all for me and there are fewer potential complications with Esure than with a Vasectomy. Finally, my insurance (Aetna) covered the procedure completely. I paid my $30 copay and that was it. My OB - Dr. Gail VanWingerden of Riverwalk OBGYN - is a huge proponent of the procedure.

good luck with your decision.

Okay, first of all, to all of you who say "you should force your husband to get snipped": you are being selfish. Why don't you get your tubes tied instead? That hesitancy you feel towards that - I'm sure your husband has it to. In a healthy marriage you cannot 'force' your spouse to do anything, and it is a waste of effort to try. It will come back to haunt you. It takes two to make a baby, don't put it all on your man.

As to the question at hand, have you considered having your tubes tied? I know the thought of surgery makes most people anxious, but if you are sure that you will have no more children, this is the best way. It is a simple day procedure that heals fast, and you are not implementing some random foreign object that might, like several other things in the past, prove to be worse in the future by causing some side effect.

Hi B. - I had the Essure procedure done at the end of May 2009. My doctor and his team were wonderful, and they gave plenty of "relaxation" medication to make sure I was comfortable. Pills, a couple of shots, etc., is what they gave me, along with some pills in case I had any serious cramping in the days after the procedure. I was a little crampy for a couple of days, but after that, nothing at all. I think I took one of the pain pills that night, just to make sure I could sleep, but none after that. The procedure itself was so easy, basically I just laid there and they almost had to wake me up to move me to the recovery room. If you are in the Houston area, go see Dr. Zurawin in the medical center. My insurance covered all but about $350, I think.

Oh wow girl, after two pre-eclampsia episodes I think you are so wise to realize your family is complete. I almost lost my best friend to pre-eclampsia and it is just nothing to take lightly, as you well know. I didn't know anything about this procedure before you asked this question but after checking it out online I am so going to ask my dr about it. I really love the fact that there is something out there that doesn't require surgery for me or my husband. After I get done having kiddos (I am 33 wks pregs now, and probably want to have one more;) I am really going to look into this. It sounds great to me! Good luck whatever you decide but if your dr thinks it is safe and effective and your husband is in agreement, I say go for it:)

Have you tried the mirena? It is a ( shaped device that the OB doc puts in that lasts 5 years and works great!! It put a hormone right were it needs to be and doesn't have go throughout your body like a BC pill does. Ask your OB about it. I have had 2 of them and love it!

my first vote, your hubby isnt down with, so my second ( and perhaps what I am going to do also ) is having your tubes tied. I personally did not like the idea of any thing implanted for prevention of pregancy as from what i understand you can get preganant only it wont take because your body isnt healthy because there is a forigen object. pills and the shot really messed with my system and i am not strong on filling your body whith chemicals over years. i think they dont actually tie them anymore but lazor them off. not sure talk to your doc about your best options. congrats on the babies you do have. i totally understand about not wanting to have anymore. my first was 9 lbs and i am thinking this one will be also. NOT FUN! good luck.

My body can not take birth control pills or any form of birth control other than condoms and getting your tubes tied can cause medical problems for you later in life. My husband is a little nervous about getting "clipped" but you both should sit down and discuss the permanent effects for both of you. It is generally safer for a man to get a vasectomy, my sister in law passed away at 42 because of complications from having her tubes tied. Speak with your husband again and let him know how important this is to your health and the health of your child when the child is born. Remind him how emotional it is to have to see your baby in an nicu because I am sure he doesn't want that for any of you. Hope this helps. God Bless.

I'd consider talking to your husband again about a vasectomy. It's the least he could do after you had to bear two children and with complications to boot! It's far safer than anything you would have to do to resolve the issue and it's over 99% effective.

Hi-
I am also considering Essure, so I am kind of responding to share the advice you recieve. Please forgive me for this forwardness. I wish you good health and reliable contraception.
Best regards-
Cynthia

For those of you saying the husband should get 'snipped', please know this is not a 100% method either. My husband did and has had serious complications since - and to top it off, it didn't 'work'! I was interested to read the replys as I am looking for a recommendation also. I am going to my OB/GYN for suggestions and will hopefully find the 'right' answer for me. Good luck in your decision!

I had the Essure procedure done several years ago. It was a simple procedure. I was VERY sore in the abdominal area the first day after, but it went away quickly. The followup xray was a bit uncomfortable, but not what I would consider painful. I have had no complications from it and it is so nice not to have to remember BC and not to have the worries of an accidental pregnancy. I would recommend it to friends and even urged my sister to have it done.