1. The night before the operation, remove the hair on the scrotum and base of the penis completely with a razor. If there is hair hanging down across the scrotum then trim that with scissors. See the picture.
  2. Do not take aspirin for one week before prior to the operation.
  3. On the morning of the operation, take a shower and wash the pubic area (penis, scrotum, top of legs) thoroughly with soap.
  4. Bring supportive jockey (undies) underwear with you to the operation (not boxer shorts)
  5. Please eat your normal meals before coming to the operation.
  6. Paracetamol (Panadol) and over the counter NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen (Nurofen) or Diclofenac (Voltaren) are safe to use for pain relief.
  7. Have an ice pack or some frozen peas at home available for the day of the procedure.
Vasectomy Shaving Instructions