For my DH, he was only sore for a couple of days and it wasn't bad bad if that makes sense. He had it done in Aug 11 and we had the all clear in Nov. He had the follow up sample to the local pathology and had a phone call within a day or two. He had to make an appt to drop his sample in. I can't think of any cons. Except maybe no chance of a whoopsie baby now Pros- cheaper & easier for him than for me. I did all the growing & pushing so it's only fair lol. I don't have to go on the pill anymore. We had met the medicare safety net too due to my OB fees with DD so we got most of the outlay back.