What is male infertility? Infertility is a problem with your reproductive system that stops you from impregnating a female. If a male and a female have repeated unprotected sex for over a year and the female doesn’t get pregnant then you, she, or both of you may have infertility issues. How common is male infertility? Infertility is a common issue, Infertility affects one in every six couples who are trying to conceive. In at least half of all cases of infertility, a male factor is a major or contributing cause. This means that about 10% of all males who are attempting to conceive suffer from infertility. Is it easy to conceive? No. Conception is a complicated process that depends on many factors: The production of healthy sperm by the male and healthy eggs by the female. Unblocked fallopian tubes that allow the sperm to reach the egg. The sperm's ability to fertilize the egg when they meet. The ability of the fertilized egg (embryo) to become implanted in the female’s uterus. Good embryo quality. Finally, for the pregnancy to continue to full term, the embryo must be healthy and the female’s hormonal environment adequate for its development. When just one of these factors is impaired, infertility can happen. Which males are more likely to have infertility? Some males are more likely than others to experience infertility. You might be more likely if: You’re overweight or obese. You’re age 40 or older. You’ve been exposed to radiation. You’ve been exposed to environmental toxins including lead, calcium, pesticides or mercury. You’re a tobacco, marijuana or alcohol abuser. You’re taking some medications including cyproterone, flutamide, spironolactone, bicalutamide, cimetidine or ketoconazole. You’re around heat that raises the temperature of your testes. Those who frequently use a sauna, hot tub or wheelchair might experience this. You have a history of undescended testicle(s). You have a history of varicoceles, which are widened veins in the scrotum. You’ve been exposed to testosterone. Some males need injections, implants or topical gel for low testosterone. SYMPTOMS AND CAUSES What causes male infertility? Many biological and environmental factors can impact your fertility. Possibilities include: Azoospermia: Your infertility can be related to your inability to produce sperm cells. Oligospermia: The production of low or poor quality sperm. Genetic diseases: Examples include Klinefeflter’s syndrome, myotonic dystrophy, microdeletion and more. Malformed sperm: Sperm that cannot live long enough to fertilize the egg. Some medical conditions: Examples include diabetes, some autoimmune disorders, cystic fibrosis and some infections. Some medications and supplements. Variococles: This is a condition where the veins on your testicles are larger than normal, causing them to overheat, which can affect the shape or number of your sperm. Cancer treatments: Chemotherapy, radiation or a surgery that removes the testicles (one or both). Unhealthy habits: Heavy alcohol use, smoking, illegal drug use and anabolic steroids. Trauma to the testes. Hormonal disorders: Disorders that affect your hypothalamus or pituitary glands can affect your infertility. What are the symptoms of male infertility? The infertility itself is the symptom. However, it’s much more difficult to describe the negative psychological and emotional symptoms infertility has on a couple who wants to have children. Many times, conceiving a child becomes the total focus of their lives. Feelings of depression, loss, grief, inadequacy and failure are common in males as well as females seeking pregnancy. Individuals or couples experiencing any of these feelings may want to seek professional help from healthcare providers like a therapist or psychiatrist experienced in dealing with infertility issues. Such providers can help you deal realistically with the situation and provide support even while you are going through treatment. Best Fertility Care Centre , Maternal & amp; Child Health Care Centre , Advanced Fertility Care Centre , Ashwini Hospital & amp; Fertility Centre , Moondrumavadi K.Pudur Madurai-07, Low Cost IVF & amp; ICSI Centre , Normal Vaginal Delivery RS.35000/- including medicines, LSCS Rs.50000/- including medicines