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.
Vasectomy complications. 1  Bleeding into the scrotum and haematoma formation. 2  Infection. (Incidence of bleeding and infection is reduced by the use of minimally invasive techniques.) 3  Epididymitis. Sperm granuloma, a tender scrotal swelling near the proximal end of the vas - requires further excision.  Persistent pain.