Infertility is defined as the inability to achieve pregnancy despite 1 year of regular sexual intercourse. Infertility affects approximately 15% of couples. In about half of the couples who affected infertility, the problem originates from the man. If pregnancy cannot be achieved, men and women should be evaluated separately. The result of sperm analysis is only one part of the evaluation. For this reason, evaluations made by non-urology physicians with only sperm analysis often lead to wrong results.
When should infertility examination be done?
After 1 month of regular intercourse, the couples' chance of pregnancy is 25%. After 1 year of intercourse, 85% of couples achieve pregnancy. When the child is started to be considered, smoking should be stopped, alcohol should be reduced, and foods with high antioxidant properties should be included in the diet. Considering that sperm production takes about 3 months, these should be paid attention to 3 months before the child starts trying. Considering all these, if pregnancy cannot be achieved at the end of 1 year, help from a urology specialist should be sought. If there is no child in a short time, there is no need to panic.
Causes of male infertility?
Varicocele is the most commonly detected factor in male-induced infertility. Although the diagnosis is usually made on physical examination, color doppler ultrasound is important for the definitive diagnosis and determination of the amount of leakage in the vessel. In addition, many factors can cause infertility;
- Varicocele
- Thyroid gland dysfunctions
- Azoospermia
- Congenital absence or obstruction of sperm ducts
- Penile deformities and shortness
- Causes of testicular origin
- Hormonal disorders
How should a correct sperm test be done?
The sperm test is evaluated according to certain parameters. These parameters were determined according to 3-5 days of sexual abstinence. Shorter and longer durations cause sperm parameters to be determined as better or worse than they are. In addition, substances such as lubricants and soap should never be used while giving the sperm sample. The sample should be delivered to the laboratory immediately. Since semen analysis by automated systems does not always give accurate results, we recommend that it be done under direct observation. In doubtful results, the test must be repeated after 2 weeks.
Personalized infertility treatment
Infertility treatment is not a general concept, but must be designed specifically for the individual. Medicines and treatments obtained online can do more harm than good For this reason, treatments must be prepared by an andrology specialist. There are new developments in the treatment of infertility every day. It should not be forgotten that no one can follow these developments more closely than andrology experts who are interested in infertility. As a result of the examinations and tests, the appropriate treatment for you will be chosen by your doctor;
- Herbal treatments
- Antioxidant treatments
- Hormone injections
- Medical treatment
- TESE (Searching for sperm with a microscope)
- Microsurgical varicocelectomy
Infertility Treatment Prices
Infertility treatment prices vary according to the required treatment protocol. The most important point is to allocate the necessary time and follow the patient only by specialists who are interested in infertility. After the fee spent for the examination, it can protect you from much more expensive costs. Contact us for detailed information and appointment…