In India, there are over 1 million cases related to infertility, that are reported every year. A recent report by the W.H.O reveals that almost 50% cases are due to male infertility related causes. Compare this to the national average for infertility in men, almost 15% are suffering from this problem. And given the alarming rate at which this problem is growing, it becomes important to increase awareness and take effective steps to ensure this problem is minimized. So if you see someone being ridiculed for their inability to bear a child, or a couple trying alternative streams of medicine to conceive, without success… getting a fertility test done can help identify the problem. As with many cases of social stigma, if inability to get pregnant is due to a male related problem, it is important to get diagnosed and treated.

Shared below is a discussion on the common fertility tests for men and women. And as fertility tests may take time – it’s best to consult with your doctor early. Given the fact that with age the chances of getting pregnant decrease.

Infertility In Men – Can It Be Treated?

The common causes of infertility in men is poor quality of semen, either low concentration, so poor motility, or it is abnormal morphology. And there can be a number of parameters causing this heath issue – poor diet, or lack of physical activity, smoking or alcohol, stress at workplace, or simply an unhealthy lifestyle. Some of the lifestyle habits can be controlled or monitored to avoid exposing the body to related toxins. And thereby prevent male infertility.

However, not all cases of male infertility may get resolved naturally. Like any birth defects, disorders in the pituitary gland, poor quality of sperm or low sperm count. Here, modern medicine can help. Like ART – where in modern assisted reproductive techniques are used to help overcome infertility problems. There is also the option to use donor eggs, or donor sperm or surrogacy in some cases.

Consulting a fertility specialist is recommended, first for proper diagnosis and then to avail the best treatment. However, couples need to understand that not all ART cases may succeed. Here, the couple’s age plays an important role, hence it’s best to consult with your doctor early.