{"id":540,"date":"2018-03-05T18:01:47","date_gmt":"2018-03-05T18:01:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/urocoral.com\/?page_id=540"},"modified":"2018-03-05T18:13:49","modified_gmt":"2018-03-05T18:13:49","slug":"infertilidad-masculina","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/urocoral.com\/en\/infertilidad-masculina\/","title":{"rendered":"Male Infertility"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Causes, Treatment and Prevention<\/h2>\n

Infertility affects approximately 1 out of every 6 couples<\/strong>. An infertility\u00a0diagnosis is given to a couple who are unable to conceive over the course\u00a0of one year. When the problem lies with the male partner it is referred\u00a0to as male infertility<\/strong>. Male infertility factors contribute to approximately 30% of all infertility cases<\/strong>, and male infertility alone accounts for approximately\u00a0one-fifth of all infertility cases.<\/p>\n

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What causes male infertility?<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/form>\n

There are four main causes of infertility in males:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • A hypothalamic or pituitary disorder (1-2%)<\/li>\n
  • Gonad disorder (30-40%)<\/li>\n
  • Sperm transport disorder (10-20%)<\/li>\n
  • Unknown causes (40-50%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Much research remains to be performed on the topic of male infertility, as many cases still receive an \u201cunknown cause\u201d diagnosis. Male infertility usually occurs because of sperm that are abnormal, because\u00a0of inadequate numbers of sperm, or problems with ejaculation.<\/p>\n

    Sperm can be considered abnormal for two possible reasons: unusually short\u00a0life span of the sperm and\/or low mobility.<\/p>\n

    Sperm abnormalities may be caused<\/strong>\u00a0by one or more of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Inflammation of the testicles<\/li>\n
    • Swollen veins in the scrotum<\/li>\n
    • Abnormally developed testicles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Reasons for a low sperm count or lack of sperm include one or more of the<\/strong>\u00a0following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • A pre-existing genetic condition<\/li>\n
      • Use of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs<\/li>\n
      • Severe mumps infection after puberty<\/li>\n
      • Hernia repairs<\/li>\n
      • Hormone disorder<\/li>\n
      • Exposure to poisonous chemicals<\/li>\n
      • Exposure to radiation<\/li>\n
      • Blockage caused from a previous infection<\/li>\n
      • Wearing restrictive or tight underwear<\/li>\n
      • Injury to the groin area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Male infertility can also occur when there are problems with ejaculation.<\/p>\n

        Ejaculation problems may include any of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Premature ejaculation<\/li>\n
        • Retrograde ejaculation, which occurs when the\u00a0semen is forced back into the bladder<\/li>\n
        • Erection dysfunctions<\/li>\n
        • Complications from radiation therapy or surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Other causes of male infertility can include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            History of STD\u2019s<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
          • Urinary tract infections<\/li>\n
          • Use of certain types of medications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            How is male infertility diagnosed?<\/h3>\n

            Potential male infertility will be assessed as part of a thorough physical\u00a0examination. The examination will include a medical history regarding potential\u00a0contributing factors.<\/p>\n

            Your healthcare provider may use one or more of the following tests to<\/strong>\u00a0assess fertility:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • Semen analysis to determine the number and quality\u00a0of sperm<\/li>\n
            • Blood test to check for infections or hormone\u00a0problems. Hormone levels are just as important in male fertility as they\u00a0are in female fertility<\/li>\n
            • Making a culture of fluid from the penis to check\u00a0for infections<\/li>\n
            • Physical examination of the penis, scrotum and prostate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Semen analysis is the most important part of male fertility testing. Some\u00a0men find it more comfortable to do semen analysis testing in the privacy\u00a0of their own homes. In-home testing kits are available.<\/p>\n

              What are they looking for in the testing?<\/h3>\n

              When semen analysis is done, your health care provider will be looking\u00a0for some specific markers to access fertility.<\/p>\n

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                Total amount or volume<\/em> of semen\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 2 milliliters is considered\u00a0normal. A lower amount may indicate an issue with the seminal vesicles,\u00a0blocked ducts or a prostate gland issue.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
              • Sperm count\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 20 million to 300 million per milliliter is considered in the\u00a0normal range for sperm counts. Below 10 million is considered \u201cpoor.\u201d<\/li>\n
              • Morphology\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 the size and shape of the sperm affect the sperms ability to\u00a0reach and fertilize an egg. 30% is considered a good amount of sperm that\u00a0are shaped \u201cnormal.\u201d And \u201cstrict\u201d testing shows an even\u00a0lower percentage as normal.<\/li>\n
              • Motility\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 movement and number of active cells. Movement is rated from 0-4,\u00a0with score over 3 considered good. The amount of active cells is rated in\u00a0percentages from 1-100%, with 50% considered the minimum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                How is male infertility treated?<\/h3>\n

                Male infertility is most often treated by conventional methods that include<\/strong>\u00a0one or more of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                • Taking medications to help increase sperm production<\/li>\n
                • Taking antibiotics to heal an infection<\/li>\n
                • Taking hormones to improve hormone imbalance<\/li>\n
                • Avoiding taking long hot showers, using hot tubs\u00a0or saunas<\/li>\n
                • Wearing looser underwear such as boxer shorts\u00a0versus jockey shorts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Sperm production may also improve by taking clinically proven supplements. \u00a0Anything that increases the number of healthy sperm increases the chances\u00a0of conception. Many health food stores and vitamin shops offer male fertility\u00a0supplements. Shop\u00a0for male fertility supplements.<\/p>\n

                  Artificial insemination is an option if the man\u2019s sperm count is\u00a0low. In this procedure, sperm is collected through multiple ejaculations. \u00a0They are then manually placed in the female\u2019s uterus or fallopian\u00a0tubes.<\/p>\n

                  In vitro fertilization is another option that can\u00a0be used to overcome male infertility factors. In this procedure, the sperm\u00a0and egg are fertilized in a laboratory after which the fertilized egg is\u00a0placed in the female\u2019s uterus.<\/p>\n

                  If tests show that there is no sperm production or that other related problems\u00a0are present, donor sperm can be used\u00a0to help facilitate conception. In this procedure, donor sperm are obtained\u00a0from a sperm bank and placed inside the female\u2019s uterus or fallopian\u00a0tubes through artificial insemination.<\/p>\n

                  Can male infertility be prevented?<\/h2>\n

                  There is usually nothing that can be done to prevent male infertility caused\u00a0by genetic problems or illness. However, there are actions that men can\u00a0take to decrease the possibility of infertility.<\/p>\n

                  These include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  • Avoiding sexually transmitted diseases<\/li>\n
                  • Avoiding illicit drugs<\/li>\n
                  • Avoiding radiation when possible<\/li>\n
                  • Avoiding exposure to toxic substances<\/li>\n
                  • Avoiding heavy or frequent use of alcohol<\/li>\n
                  • Observing good personal hygiene and health practices<\/li>\n
                  • Avoiding long, hot baths, hot tubs or saunas<\/li>\n
                  • Wearing loose-fitting underwear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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