Male Infertility

Male infertility is a condition in which the reproductive system of an individual assigned male at birth (AMAB) affects their ability to impregnate a female partner. It is believed to account for 40-50% of infertility cases in India and can result from low sperm count, poor sperm motility, hormonal imbalances, or structural abnormalities. Factors such as lifestyle, stress, infections, or genetics often contribute significantly to male infertility.

Early and accurate diagnosis through advanced techniques is crucial in identifying the underlying cause. Fertility treatments for men, including medication, surgery, and hormone treatment, can significantly improve the chances of conception.

At Dr Kamaraj Hospital for Men’s Health and Wellness, we leverage cutting-edge diagnostic tools and personalised treatments to effectively address male infertility, offering hope and solutions for those on their parenthood journey.

Male Infertility

Symptoms of Male Infertility

The symptoms of male infertility include:

  • Issues with sexual function such as difficulty with ejaculation, small volumes of ejaculated fluid, reduced libido, or difficulty maintaining an erection
  • Pain or swelling in the testicle area
  • Repeated instances of respiratory infections
  • Inability to smell
  • Reduced facial or body hair
  • Abnormal breast growth (gynecomastia)
  • Lower than normal sperm count

Causes of Male Infertility

The causes of male infertility include:

  • Sperm disorders such as malformed sperm, low sperm count (oligospermia), and absence of sperm in semen (azoospermia)
  • Medical conditions such as diabetes, autoimmune diseases that attack sperm, and cystic fibrosis
  • Infections such as orchitis or epididymitis or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including gonorrhoea or HIV
  • Varicoceles
  • Cancer treatments like radiation therapy or chemotherapy
  • Testicular trauma
  • Hormonal disorders affecting the pituitary gland or hypothalamus
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Diagnosis of Male Infertility

Healthcare professionals may perform the following fertility testing for men to diagnose male infertility:

  • Physical examination and evaluation of lifestyle and medical history
  • Semen analysis
  • Scrotal and transrectal ultrasound
  • Hormone testing
  • Post-ejaculation urinalysis
  • Genetic tests
  • Testicular biopsy
  • Specialised sperm function tests

Common Male Infertility Disorders

Retrograde ejaculation

Retrograde Ejaculation

A condition where semen flows backwards into the bladder during ejaculation.

Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction

Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction

A condition where blockages in the ejaculatory duct prevent semen from ejaculating

Premature ejaculation

Premature Ejaculation

This is a sexual dysfunction that occurs when men ejaculate semen or reach orgasm sooner than desired, either before or after penetration during intercourse.

Impotence

Impotence

The inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for intercourse.

Hypogonadism

Hypogonadism

A condition wherein the testicles don’t produce enough testosterone or sperm, or both.

Low Testosterone

Low Testosterone

Characterised by the testicles not creating enough testosterone.

Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

Low Sexual Desire

This refers to decreased libido that can interfere with sexual intercourse, reducing the chances of conception.

Dihydrotestosterone

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

Abnormal levels of DHT can compromise prostate health and sperm production, jeopardising male fertility.

Delayed Orgasm or Muted Orgasm

Delayed Orgasm

This condition is characterised by an individual’s intensity-lacked, infrequent, delayed or absent orgasm despite sexual arousal.

Varicoceles

Varicoceles

Characterised by swollen veins in the scrotum that can affect sperm production and quality.

Why Choose KHPL?

Dr Kamaraj Hospital for Men’s Health & Wellness is a leading centre for comprehensive infertility care, offering expertise, innovation, and compassion under one roof. Dr Kamaraj and his team ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment tailored to individual needs. The hospital offers state-of-the-art facilities and advanced diagnostic tools, providing world-class care in a patient-friendly environment. From counselling to advanced reproductive technologies, the hospital provides end-to-end solutions for male infertility

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FAQ

How is male infertility diagnosed?

Diagnosing male infertility involves physical examination, review of medical history and lifestyle, semen analysis, scrotal and transrectal ultrasound, hormone testing, genetic tests, post-ejaculation urinalysis, testicular biopsy, and specialised sperm function tests.

Male infertility is treated with a combination of approaches, including medication, surgery, assisted reproductive technology (ART), hormone therapy, and treatments for sexual dysfunction.

The risk factors for male infertility include smoking, alcohol consumption, drug abuse, obesity, overheating of testicles, testicle trauma, past or present infections, prior vasectomy, major pelvic or abdominal surgery, undescended testicles, fertility disorders, certain medication and specific medical conditions such as tumours or sickle cell disease.