Potential Causes for Male Infertility

We so often relate infertility to the female, but male infertility contributes partially or wholly to about 40% in infertile couples. I felt this article was important to post because sharing about male infertility is important.

How Common is Male Infertility? by Rebecca Tree

When I hear the word "infertility", I generally think of a woman not a man. But in 40% of infertile couples, problems affecting the man are either a part of or the reason for the infertility. For men, the most common reason for infertility is low sperm count. There are many different reasons for low sperm count and I have listed them below.

1. Alcohol consumption

2. Hormonal disorders

3. Testicular surgery

4. Toxins and/or environmental pollutants

5. Radiation

6. Acute illness

Of course, there can be other reasons for infertility, but these are just some of the more common ones.

Below, I have listed the most common fertility tests for men. These are generally performed if a couple has not conceived within one year. It is easier and costs less for a couple to get fertility tests on the man, so I suggest you do these first. Fertility tests for women can be more costly, lengthy and revolve around their menstrual cycles. See the male fertility tests below.

1. Endocrine test

2. Semen analysis

3. X-ray

4. Postcoital test

5. Sperm penetration test

6. Testicular biopsy

My intention for listing these tests is to point you in the right direction in order to do your more in-depth research on male infertility.




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