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.
Just as some women go through emotional changes when hormones fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, women who have hysterectomies with removal of the ovaries can experience sadness, anxiety and mood swings, which can be severe. This is due to the sudden drop in female hormone levels after the surgery.