Why You Should Take Male Infertility Seriously
You should not ignore male infertility as fertility issues may jeopardize your chances of having a baby. The fact is still not too clear why it is nearly always the female who immediately comes under the scanner of suspicion when fertility issue is raised.
Research has revealed that male infertility has affected many couples over the past four decades. Studies have also revealed that infertile men contribute to nearly one third of infertility issues that have been reported so far. This is why it is so important for both the male and female to undergo fertility tests during the initial screening.
Cause of Male Infertility
There are number of causes that cause a man to face infertility issues. Studies suggest that in two thirds of the cases the incidence of varicocele is one of the most common causes of male infertility.
Varicocele
Varicocele is described as a group of veins that get enlarged in the spermatic cord. About one in five men with infertility issues are affected by varicocele and are prevalent in men who are under 30 years of age. In men who have already fathered children, there is a possibility that varicocele can develop at a later age.
Other Causes of Male Infertility
Low sperm count is another major issue that is faced by many men with fertility issues. There are other factors which contribute to a low sperm count which includes stress. Whether it be emotional or physical, stress is a serious factor. As an example, emotional stress can interfere with the production of Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) and this can result in low sperm count.
It has been seen that testicular overheating can affect sperm development as well. For example, a man can experience testicular overheating by simply sitting in a hot tub or sauna or by wearing tight fitting clothing such as underwear. In most cases, this is temporary; however, the timing of sex following overheating is important. Because sperm production is slowed because of the above factors and if a couple are trying to conceive, then this will affect the final outcome.
Sexual issues should always be considered. Issues such as relationship problems which is caused by any number of reasons can have an adverse affect on a man’s ability to produce good quality sperm.
Dietary intake is another aspect that needs to be considered. Poor diet without sufficient nutritional value or chemically enhanced foods can also be a factor in low sperm count and a cause of male infertility.
Besides these, the use of drugs or smoking will also adversely affect sperm production and also excessive alcohol intake will not only bring down the sperm count but also puts at risk the developing sperm.
Other issues such as sexually transmitted disease, environmental influences and strenuous exercise can also impact sperm production. The actual cause of male infertility is just a combination of any one of the factors that is described above. Patience is indeed a virtue with regards to infertility and is required by both the man and his partner in cases where the cause has been established. You need to be confident that infertility can be overcome with the right treatment at the right time and by approaching the right doctor.
