While many of us will be celebrating Father’s Day this weekend, some men (and women) may not find the day so cheerful because they are dealing with male infertility. Male infertility accounts for approximately 40 percent, that’s nearly half, of the more than 2 million married couples suffering from infertility each year (National Institutes of Health).
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Semen is a thick fluid produced in the testicles which contains male sperm. When couples have trouble conceiving a child, it may be due to a male infertility issue related to sperm rather than a female reproductive issue.
Following are some basic facts about semen and sperm:
The odds of natural conception can be increased by improving the total motile sperm count to 80 million.…
Urology Austin prides itself on providing a wealth of educational resources and advice for those in need of fertility urology in Austin. That’s why we’re excited to share recent evidence that shows a link between healthy dietary habits and successful in-vitro fertilization (IVF). So if you’re trying to start or grow a family, you’ll also want to start eating right.
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Couples who have been trying to conceive without success, tend to start the diagnosis process with a female fertility evaluation. While important, it’s also crucial to examine the male partner since sperm plays a vital role in the conception process. In reality, a simple semen analysis with provide the physician with important information about sperm counts (concentration),
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If you and your partner are trying to conceive but having trouble, your Austin area urologist may recommend a semen analysis, a diagnostic tool that is helpful in evaluating male fertility potential. The term azoospermia is used when no sperm is found in the ejaculate.
When the initial semen analysis shows no sperm,
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If you and your partner are struggling to conceive, you will likely need a male fertility evaluation to determine if there are any underlying issues. Most men will only have to submit a sample for a semen analysis, a test designed to identify male factor infertility. This test will help assess the quality and quantity of sperm present.
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