Name: Best Urology - Men's Health in Sadashiv Peth, Pune
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Male Infertility Treatment & Diagnostics in Sadashiv Peth, Pune

Male Infertility

The man’s body is responsible for creating sperms, which are basically tiny cells. These cells or sperms are ejaculated into a woman’s body during intercourse for conception.

Male infertility is a condition where a couple is unable to conceive even after trying frequently because of low sperm production, abnormal functioning of the sperm, or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm.

What Causes Male Infertility?

If either of your testicles isn’t functioning the way it is supposed to or production of testosterone or other necessary hormones are not produced properly.
Once the sperm is produced, delicate tubes carry them till it gets mixed with the semen. If there is a glitch in this process, it can cause infertility.
If the sperm count is low in the semen.
The sperm in the semen must function properly and must be able to move.

Medical Causes

Swelling of veins that are responsible for draining the testicle
Infections
Ejaculation problems
Antibodies that can attack the sperm
Tumour
Undescended testicles
Hormone imbalances
Defect in the sperm transportation system
Defects in chromosome
Celiac disease
Taking certain medicines, such as testosterone replacement therapy
Surgeries that hamper the sperm delivery to the semen

Other Causes

Drug and alcohol dependency
Smoking
Obesity
Exposure to certain chemicals and heavy metal
Exposure to radiation
Sitting for long periods of time or wearing extremely tight clothing

When to See a Doctor?

You must consult a doctor if you haven’t been able to conceive even after trying for a year. Some of the other signs to see the doctor includes;

Erection or ejaculation issues
Low sex drive
Issues with sexual functions
If you notice any lump of pain in the testicle area
If your partner is above the age of 35 when you are trying to conceive

Request an appointment at Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Pune

Call 1860-500-2244 to book an appointment

What are the Symptoms of Male Infertility?

One of the main symptoms is not being able to conceive after trying for a year or more. Other symptoms include;

Problems with regular sexual functions, such as maintaining an erection
Sex drive is low
You notice pain or lump in the testicular area
You lose the inability to smell
Breast growth that’s abnormal (known as gynecomastia)
Facial hair or body hair becomes less due to hormonal imbalance
Low sperm count

How to Diagnose Male Infertility?

When you are unable to conceive and visit a doctor, they will conduct a few tests to determine the reason for infertility. To check for male infertility, your doctor might;

Do a general physical examination and ask you about your medical history
Semen analysis is conducted, where the semen is sent to a laboratory to check for any abnormalities.
Scrotal ultrasound - It uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the insides of the scrotal
Transrectal ultrasound - A lubricated ultrasound wand is inserted inside the rectum to see the prostrate and check if any blockages are present
Hormone testing is conducted to look for any hormonal imbalance
Post ejaculation urine analysis is conducted to check for the presence of sperm in the urinate
Genetic tests
Testicular biopsy

What is the Treatment for Male Infertility?

Some of the treatment options for male infertility are;

Surgery - If the diagnosis show varicocele or vas deferens defect, it can be rectified with surgery
Antibiotics treatments are given to cure the condition
Medication and counseling can improve sexual intercourse problems
Hormonal treatment
Assisted reproductive technology can be administered, which is an artificial treatment

In very rare cases, the treatments can fail as the male infertility treatment isn’t a guarantee of the defect is irreversible. However, don’t let it disheartened you as there are several procedures available to help you father a child.