Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Seek urgent or emergency care for sudden severe testicular pain, rapidly expanding scrotal swelling, heavy bleeding that does not stop with gentle pressure, fainting, or trouble breathing.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Contact your healthcare team promptly if you develop increasing redness, warmth, drainage, fever, worsening pain, or swelling that continues to grow.
Also call if the wound opens or you have concerns about your semen test or contraception plan.
These symptoms should not wait for a routine appointment.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Minor bruising, mild swelling, and a dull ache are usually part of routine recovery if they steadily improve.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Vasectomy. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.