# Process By Which Vasectomy Lowers Testosterone Levels **URL:** \ **Category:** Factual Questions\ **Created:** [October 4, 2004, 1:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409 "2004-10-04T01:55:30Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Dr.Lao](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/2bfe46/32.png) [@Dr.Lao](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Lao)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 12:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/21 "2004-10-06T00:15:49Z")
> [@ranovercat](#): > > I of course didn’t want to place it in the original question but I asked because 3 weeks ago I had a vasectomy, and felt as though the testosterone went right out the door. You say you feel as though your testosterone level had dropped. Have you given any thought to having it checked? I personally have no idea what low testosterone would feel like, or at least, how I would be able to pin any general list of symptoms I was experiencing as being caused by low testosterone. And I have been making the stuff for roughly half my life, so you’d think I’d have a good basis for comparison there. ---
**Author:** ![Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/qadgop_the_mercotan/32/83_2.png) [@Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qadgop_the_Mercotan)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/22 "2004-10-06T00:17:11Z")
> [@ranovercat](#): > > I never meant to be offensive by bringing this up. I simply wanted to present what my opinion of the site was, how it was presented, and how I personally took it. My questions where to validate this “feeling” and see what everyone here thought. I appreciate everyones answers. > > I guess I was hoping to spur on some sourght of validation for the information. I of course didn’t want to place it in the original question but I asked because 3 weeks ago I had a vasectomy, and felt as though the testosterone went right out the door. I was hoping the intelligence of this board may actually say that this is indeed a common occurence. Some sourght of testicle conspiracy. > > Thanks again for your information. I think you’re probably reacting to the catabolic state that anyone goes into after surgery. There’s really no evidence that short-term fluctuations in the testosterone level cause any mood changes. But if you have concerns about it, I’d urge you to discuss it with the doc who did the surgery on you. And I never found your question offensive. The website you linked to did offend my sensibilities as a professional who trained as a medical scientist, who tries to practice evidence-based medicine. But you came to the well seeking knowledge, and thereby gained. Come back again, friend! QtM, MD ---
**Author:** ![ranovercat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/eb8c5e/32.png) [@ranovercat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ranovercat)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 12:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/23 "2004-10-06T00:49:08Z")
Actually I’m pretty used to the “feelings” and “effects” of hormone changes. I’ve been on HRT in the past and not because of a low testosterone level or anything. But I know what it feels like when there is a sudden decrease in testosterone. I plan to see the doctor about it, but from our previous conversations he seemed as a “basic education” medical Doctor. I have a strong feeling I’ll get the PC “Buck it up and take it like a man.” speech. ---
**Author:** ![wevets](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/e9a140/32.png) [@wevets](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wevets)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 1:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/24 "2004-10-06T01:22:38Z")
Just wanted to appaud **DDG** ’s thoroughness and research. I’m very impressed! 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![wevets](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/e9a140/32.png) [@wevets](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wevets)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 1:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/25 "2004-10-06T01:24:11Z")
Shoot… that’s _applaud_ :o ---
**Author:** ![Duck\_Duck\_Goose](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/50afbb/32.png) [@Duck\_Duck\_Goose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Duck_Duck_Goose)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2004, 11:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/26 "2004-10-06T23:56:56Z")
That’s okay, I enjoy being appauded, too. 😃 Ranovercat, can I ask… > [@](#): > > I’ve been on HRT in the past and not because of a low testosterone level or anything. 😕 Am I missing something? Why would one be on hormone replacement therapy, if **not** because of low hormones? ---
**Author:** ![picunurse](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/7bcc69/32.png) [@picunurse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/picunurse)\ **Post date:** [October 7, 2004, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409/27 "2004-10-07T04:07:26Z")
> [@ranovercat](#): > > Actually I’m pretty used to the “feelings” and “effects” of hormone changes. I’ve been on HRT in the past and not because of a low testosterone level or anything. But I know what it feels like when there is a sudden decrease in testosterone. I plan to see the doctor about it, but from our previous conversations he seemed as a “basic education” medical Doctor. I have a strong feeling I’ll get the PC “Buck it up and take it like a man.” speech. Are you a body builder? [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/process-by-which-vasectomy-lowers-testosterone-levels/267409.md?page=1)