It may be surprising to some to know that at least 30% of infertility cases are related to male factor issues. In contrast, combined male and female factors contribute another 20% of cases (a total of 50%) in most surveys. Only 41% of Ob/Gyn physicians even consider a urological evaluation of the male partner and only 24% would routinely refer men to the urologist before ordering a semen analysis. Infertility is often a couple’s problem, one that must be faced as a team.\nMost of the time, secondary male factor infertility is overlooked. Understanding the situation, the individual and the couple should take proactive steps to address the fertility issues. \nSecondary Infertility is a diagnosis that comes with its own set of stigma and support needs. Sadly, people with secondary infertility tend to receive far less social support from others than couples who have primary infertility because the couple already has a child(ren). But the need for support should not be ignored. Parents can be extraordinarily thankful for their existing child and still long for more children.\nMany men who are diagnosed with\n male factor infertility \nface an emotionally complex journey. Some experience feelings of guilt, anger, and low self-esteem. It is essential to recognize that the male partner may be experiencing a level of emotional pain that is not different from the female, whose self-worth and femininity are wrapped up in motherhood. A couple facing infertility, be it male factor, female factor, a combination, or unexplained, needs to communicate about what is happening to them.\nSemen analysis is the first step to see if there is male factor infertility. This is a good test, but not a perfect one, because men with infertility often have low total motile counts, but not all men with low numbers are infertile. We are what we eat, and breathe, and drink, inhale… Your health is tied to the quality and quantity of your swimmers. Chronic illnesses such as obesity, diabetes, and others can impact sperm production, as can smoking and drinking large amounts of alcohol. It seems that although the amount of living sperm drops with daily ejaculation, the quality of the sperm in those samples seems to be better, suggesting that having sex daily is OK.  Sperms are created every day.\nMany factors can contribute to male infertility. Some of these problems can be structural abnormalities, sperm production disorders, ejaculatory disturbances, or congenital disorders. \nPerhaps it is best to break them out into 2 categories: \nProductive Factors and Obstructive Factors. \nIn some cases of male infertility, the production of sperm is impacted, whereas in obstructive issues, problems are caused as sperm transportation is abnormal.\nStructural Abnormalities:\nIt is possible that there can be an abnormality of the reproductive tract, leading to potential obstructions that partially or totally block the flow of sperm and/or seminal fluid. Some of these abnormalities may be present at birth (congenital), others may have occurred after infection of the urogenital tract, whereas others may have resulted from previous surgery.\nVaricocele:\nThe most commonly identified treatable cause of infertility in men is a \nvaricocele,\n an abnormally enlarged vein draining the testicles. Approximately one-third of infertile men who have never fathered a child have a varicocele, and 50 to 80% of once fertile men, but are now infertile, also have a varicocele. This means that varicocele effects may increase as time goes by. Varicoceles are treatable. Numerous studies have been published, demonstrating the benefits of varicocele surgery in improving sperm counts.\nIn addition, varicocele repair decreases sperm DNA fragmentation, or the breaking up of DNA strands into pieces. Sperm parameters are significantly improved, and sperm DNA fragmentation is significantly decreased, after varicocele repair.  Vericocele repair is a cost-effective treatment for infertility.\nSperm Production disorders:\nThis occurs when the production or quality of the sperm is limited. These disorders include:\nHormonal abnormalities\nInfections\nPrior medical treatments\nVaricocele\nGenetic/Congenital disorders\nOther sperm production problems - Causes unknown\nComplete evaluation of the man may also identify medications, environmental exposures, or dietary changes that can enhance sperm production and/or quality.\n
Ejaculatory disorders\n
These prevent sperm from reaching the female. These disorders include:\nSexual or erectile dysfunction\nAbnormalities of the penis/urine passage\nRetrograde ejaculation\nDiagnosing Male Factor Infertility:\nConsult your doctor or urologist. For many men, that is the hardest part of the process.\nAn evaluation of the man must be performed by a urologist or other reproductive expert with a special background and interest in male infertility. The reason for this is that new diagnostic and treatment methods, including technically challenging sperm retrieval procedures, require special training and expertise. \nSecondary Male Factor Infertility: \nThe inability to conceive again after previously having a child can be a distressing and confusing experience for couples. Most of the time, the female partner is blamed for not being able to conceive. \n
\nMale infertility\n sometimes is the only initial symptom of significant medical problems. It’s all about being proactive and getting the male partner tested for possible male factor disorders by a reproductive expert or urologist.\nAt GarbhaGudi IVF Center, we specialize in providing personalized \nMale Infertility Treatment in Bangalore\n for couples facing secondary infertility. Our expert team can help you identify the root cause and guide you toward the best solutions.\n

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