Inability to conceive is an emotionally and difficultly challenging time, and you are not alone. At Conceive Now, we take great pride in providing expert diagnosis and treatment for male infertility with sensitivity and compassion. We are committed to helping you understand your condition and providing options that are just right for you. Most people are not aware that male infertility is as common and is usually treatable if the right approach is taken. Whether it's about improving your health, using advanced medical techniques, or making lifestyle changes, there's hope.
Male infertility may not always be as obvious since it may not always have overt signs and symptoms that are recognizable. These are a few signs and symptoms one should watch out for:
There is no single cause of male infertility; rather, it could be due to physical, environmental, and lifestyle factors interrelating. Common ones include the following:
Medical problems such as varicoceles, an enlargement of the veins of the testicles, can affect production and quality of sperm. Other medical problems can be infections or even hormonal.
Other factors that can lower sperm count include smoking, excessive alcohol intake, drugs,and even frequent sauna and hot tub use. Stress and lack of sleep are also harmful.
Poor fertility can be caused by certain toxic chemicals, pesticides, and heavy metals used in the workplace or daily life. Chronic heating—such as from running a laptop on the lap-may also lower sperm production.
Sometimes, the causes of infertility are genetic and/or chromosomal in nature.
Any surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment can affect fertility. If you have ever
received some form of medical treatment, it is worth mentioning to your doctor.
Male infertility is usually treatable. Many men have become fathers once properly diagnosed and approached. Here is what treatment may consist of:
A healthier lifestyle can make a big difference. Quitting smoking, reducing alcohol, eating a balanced diet, and staying active can improve fertility. Minimizing stress and getting enough sleep also helps.
In cases of hormonal imbalances or infections, medication can rectify these problems and improve sperm health.
Surgery may be indicated in conditions such as varicoceles or obstruction of the reproductive tract. Most these are relatively minor surgeries with reasonable success rates.
Infertility-related issues can be partially overcome by various forms of treatment, including the use of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) or In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). For instance, if sperm motility is low, these methods place sperm closer to the egg for a higher chance of fertilization.
Advanced techniques like testicular sperm extraction may be used in men with very low or no sperm to retrieve sperm directly from the testicles for use in fertility treatments.Our fertility specialists with Conceive Now will work with you in finding the right solution for you. Remember, one size doesn't fit all, and we will help you explore your options with confidence.
If you have been trying to conceive for more than a year, it is best to consult your doctor. Your doctor can easily check your sperm health through a semen analysis.