Infertility Is Not Just a “Female Problem”
When a couple struggles to conceive, male factors contribute in around 40–50% of cases. Yet men are often the last to get tested. A simple semen analysis can save months of uncertainty.
Common Causes of Male Infertility
- Low sperm count or poor motility (oligospermia/asthenospermia)
- Varicocele – the most common correctable cause
- Hormonal disorders – low testosterone, thyroid, pituitary issues
- Blockages – previous infections or surgeries obstructing sperm flow
- Azoospermia – absence of sperm, which has both obstructive and non-obstructive types
- Lifestyle – smoking, alcohol, heat exposure, obesity, anabolic steroids
Essential Tests for Men
- Semen analysis (after 2–5 days abstinence, in a certified lab)
- Hormone panel – testosterone, FSH, LH, thyroid, prolactin
- Scrotal examination/ultrasound – to detect varicocele or blockage
Treatment Pathways
Depending on diagnosis: lifestyle correction, hormonal treatment, infection treatment, varicocele repair, or referral for assisted reproduction
(IUI/IVF/ICSI) when needed. Many couples conceive naturally after the male partner’s issue is properly treated.
FAQs
Q: When should we get tested?
After 1 2 months of trying without success — or 6 months if the female partner is over 35. Both partners should be tested together.
Q: Is semen analysis painful or embarrassing? It’s a simple, private lab test — the single most informative first step for men.
Q: Can azoospermia be treated?
Often yes, depending on the type. Obstructive causes are frequently correctable.
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