You may be surprised the learn that male-factor fertility is just as common in overall infertility cases as female-factor fertility. In fact, one-third of fertility cases are attributed equally to males and females, with the remaining third classified as “unexplained” infertility. Women have become so used to assuming that they are solely responsible for the inability to … [Read more...] about Male Factor Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment: What You Need to Know
Male Fertility
Fertility Treatment Options Beyond IVF
Thinking Outside the Petri Dish_ When most people hear the words “fertility treatments” they think of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and hormone injections - with good reason. Over the past decade IVF has become increasingly popular as the technology has advanced at lightning speed and made headlines with an impressive 50% success rate in women under 35, the ability to … [Read more...] about Fertility Treatment Options Beyond IVF
The Male Factor: What You Should Know When You’re Trying to Conceive
When you’ve been trying to conceive for longer than you anticipated, you should turn to your doctor. While many pregnancies are achieved with little or no medical assistance, many couples do have difficulty and seeing your OB/GYN early in the game is your best bet for reassurance, or for the recommendation to see a fertility specialist sooner. While you may be inclined to … [Read more...] about The Male Factor: What You Should Know When You’re Trying to Conceive
The Male Factor: Fertility Testing and Treatment
Testing for a male factor fertility problem typically starts with a semen analysis. Semen will need to be provided to the lab in a sterile container provided by your doctor. Many labs allow at-home collection for privacy, as long as the sample is transported to the lab (and kept warm, by keeping the cup in your waistband or underarm) within an hour. Many labs offer private … [Read more...] about The Male Factor: Fertility Testing and Treatment
Myths and Facts about Male Fertility
Sometimes it can be difficult to know the difference between fiction and fact. We've addressed some of the more common male fertility myths below: MYTH: Wearing briefs causes infertility. FACT: While underwear choices don’t play a role in fertility, heat does. Restrictive clothing that increases body temperature can have a negative impact on sperm. Testicles … [Read more...] about Myths and Facts about Male Fertility
Live Online Seminar Q & A: Male Fertility Testing & Treatment
Each month we host a free, live online seminar where patients can ask the physicians of Fertility Solutions questions about infertility. The seminar for January 2013 was about ‘ male fertility and much more with guest host Dr. Chudnovsky ’. View the live Q & A chat about male fertility below: Learn about male fertility and much more with guest host Dr. … [Read more...] about Live Online Seminar Q & A: Male Fertility Testing & Treatment