Male Infertility
Male infertility refers to a mans inability to cause pregnancy in a fertile female partner due to various issues like sperm production, motility, or blockages.
Symptoms
- Problems with sexual function
- Pain or swelling in the testicle area
- Reduced facial or body hair
- Low sperm count (discovered via testing)
Causes
- Varicocele (enlarged veins in the scrotum)
- Infections (e.g., STIs, mumps)
- Hormonal imbalances
- Genetic defects
- Environmental toxins
- Lifestyle factors (smoking, alcohol, stress)
Treatments
- Lifestyle changes
- Hormonal therapy
- Surgical correction of varicocele or blockages
- Assisted reproductive techniques (e.g., IVF, ICSI)
Prevention
- Avoiding tobacco and drug use
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Protecting testicles from injury
- Limiting exposure to toxins and heat