My wife had a tubal ligation and....?
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There is a slight risk of pregnancy after tubal ligation (about 5 per 1,000 women).
This risk is attributable to the tubes growing back together (this usually takes at least a year) or clips/ligatures (if used) failing to work properly. It may also be due to the surgery not being performed correctly. Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus) is also a risk.
Ten years post-tubal ligation, an estimated 18 out of 1,000 women become pregnant, usually for the same reasons as above.
The above are worst-case scenarios. I believe that if you educate yourself regarding procedures and conditions, you are more comfortable with the procedures/conditions and are better-prepared to cope with any complications.
You should follow your physician's recommendation and "have fun". Another type of protection is not needed.
No. You are good to go - now go !
Hi Mike. Have all the fun you want, once the tubes are tied and she has her period, that is it. All done. No more pregnancies. It is very rare any women could/can get pregnant once this is done and that is only if the procedure was done wrong. Today's medicine the chances of that is negative 99.9%. So forget about it, relax and enjoy each other and don't worry. Marie
Tubal ligation is a formal sterilization method, the doctor knows when it is ok. The chances of pregnancy after tubal ligation are miniscule.
Tubal Ligation is a very effective form of birth control. But, like all other forms, they are not 100%. There is always a tiny possibility (less than 1%) that the tubes will reconnect. If this tiny percent is going to eat at you, use something to be sure. It is really hard to enjoy yourself if you have that concern in the back of your mind. It is highly unlikely to happen. Good health.
If you are so doubtful, why don't you yourself get fixed. Why should she be the only one to go through the procedure and pain in order to "have fun"?
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