ARMY'' thereon. The pendant is a gold shield shape 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height and 1 3/64 inches (2.66 cm) in width, in the center is an enameled target between the words ''DISTINGUISHED'' and ''PISTOL SHOT.''. A gold badge 2 3/16 inches (5.56 cm) in height overall consisting of a bar and pendant.
Vasectomy side effects are minimal in comparison to other surgical procedures. The most common complaints are swelling, bruising and tenderness of the surgical area. These symptoms typically disappear within a few days to a week.
Post-vasectomy pain syndrome is an uncommon, chronic pain in the scrotum that is difficult to treat. VasectomyMedical says this pain often increases during intercourse. PVPS can flare up immediately after the vasectomy, or months later. Counting all intensities of discomfort, VasectomyMedical says, the incidence can be as much as 33 percent.