Infertility is a quite common issue that affects many couples/individuals in the whole world, and Male Infertility contributes to about 50% (half of the cases). This condition can cause stress, affect physical health along with emotional health and disturb your psychological well-being.

Male infertility is a medical condition where a man is unable to cause pregnancy in a fertile female because of some issues. This condition can come from many reasons/factors, for example, hormonal imbalances, genetic conditions, lifestyle choices, and environmental exposures. Male infertility is often diagnosed after a couple has been unable to conceive after one year of unprotected sex.

At Embrion, we very well understand that Male Infertility can be challenging and emotional for many couples. We believe in overcoming these issues by giving you Male infertility treatment plans that suit you and work for you, using the latest technology so that you can be relaxed.

How Common is Male Infertility?

Male infertility is more common than often perceived. It contributes to approx. 40-50% of all infertility cases worldwide. Surprisingly, it affects about 7% of men at some stage in their lives. Many factors affect this rate and leads to taking help from a specialist.

Symptoms and Signs of Male Infertility

Male infertility usually does not show symptoms. Hence, it is difficult to identify if you have not taken the help of medical testing. But, some common symptoms of Male Infertility are these -

  • Not able to conceive even after one year of regular and unprotected sex.

  • Difficulty with ejaculation.

  • Low desire to do sex.

  • Pain/swelling/lumps in the testicular area.

  • Erectile dysfunction.

  • Abnormal breast growth.

  • Decreased facial or body hair.

  • Low sperm count or abnormal morphology.

What Causes Male Infertility?

Biological or environmental factors can cause Male Infertility, for example :

  • Sperm issues, such as malformed sperm, low sperm count (oligospermia), or no sperm in semen (azoospermia).

  • Genetic disorders, like Klinefelter syndrome and myotonic dystrophy.

  • Certain medical conditions, including diabetes, autoimmune diseases that attack sperm, and cystic fibrosis.

  • Infections, such as epididymitis, orchitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like gonorrhoea or HIV.

  • Swollen veins in the testicles (varicoceles).

  • Cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgical removal of the testicles (orchiectomy).

  • Hormonal disorders that affect the hypothalamus or pituitary glands.

Who Does Male Infertility Affect?

Male infertility can affect anyone, irrespective of their age. But the risks are higher if you :

  • Are aged 40 or above.

  • Use testosterone therapy for low testosterone.

  • Have been exposed to radiation and environmental toxins.

  • Consume tobacco, marijuana, or alcohol.

  • Have a BMI over 25 (overweight/obese).

  • Take medications like flutamide, spironolactone, or bicalutamide.

  • Have had undescended testicles.

  • Have a history of varicoceles.

When to Seek Help?

Couples should consider taking help from fertility specialist if they have not achieved pregnancy after one year of regular sex (unprotected). If the male partner has a history of testicular, prostate, or sexual problems, or if there are other symptoms of Male Infertility, you should seek help. Consulting and discussing your situation with specialists can help in getting a diagnosis and male infertility treatment, and this will for sure increase the overall chances of your conception

Diagnosis of Male Infertility

To diagnose Male Infertility, our experts at Embrion examine a sample of your semen to check the volume and quality of your sperm. Some other tests available at our fertility center are -

  • Imaging tests like ultrasounds or MRIs to look for any issues in the reproductive organs.

  • Blood tests to measure hormone levels. They check for genetic or chromosomal abnormalities.

  • Urine tests to diagnose sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and diabetes.

  • Testicular biopsy, where a small amount of testicular tissue is removed to assess sperm production.

Male Infertility Treatment

At our Male Infertility Treatment Center, we offer a range of advanced treatment options according to the needs of the patient. The broad range of Male Infertility Treatment options are -

Medications

We offer medicines as a part of Male infertility treatment to address imbalances in sperm or to stimulate sperm. All of these medicines that we give you are made (designed) to improve the sperm count in your body, help in the movement of the sperm and help increase overall fertility. If the reason for your infertility is either low or high levels of some hormones in your body, then we may give you hormonal medicines.

Surgeries

Conditions like varicoceles or obstructions in the reproductive tract require surgery as other options fail to provide the cure. Surgeries help to restore reproductive function, improve natural fertility, and offer long-term solutions for our patients.

Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART)

ART treatment involves taking sperm via surgical methods/normal ejaculation/or from a donor person. The taken sperm are inserted into the uterus of a woman either directly or by using IVF/IUI/ICSI. The most common procedures are TESA and PESA with IVF/ICSI.

1. TESA Male Infertility Treatment

TESA (Testicular Sperm Aspiration) is a procedure where the needle is inserted into the testes to retrieve the sperm and tissues. It is performed for the male person with obstructive azoospermia to extract the sperm easily. This sperm will be used in the IVF-ICSI cycle. The sperm are cleaned and prepared in the lab and injected into the eggs using intracytoplasmic sperm injection. It is a proven effective and safe process of getting viable sperm for IVF. Before TESA, reconstructive surgery and donor insemination were the only options for a couple to proceed with the pregnancy. TESA is not for those who have any medical condition or are unable to produce sperm.

Some factors that need to be focused on to get successful results are the quality of the sperm extracted, the women's age is also a factor to notice and the medical history of both partners. IVF, with the combination of TESA, has a 60% success rate, and it is also cost-effective when compared to ICSI.

2. PESA Male Infertility Treatment

PESA (Percutaneous Epididymal Sperm Aspiration) is a beneficial solution for men with obstructive azoospermia (a condition where the testicle produces sperm but prevents it from being ejaculated normally). Commonly, it is caused by the congenital absence of the vas deferens or scarring due to infection or surgery. The procedures of the pesa follow some steps. First, you will be given local anaesthesia to numb the part to ensure minimal discomfort and pain. After that comes needle aspiration, where the specialist uses a needle to retrieve the sperm from the testis or epidermis, and lastly, the retrieval sperm are collected and processed in the lab for use in reproductive treatment, such as ICSI and IVF.

The significance of PESA in male infertility treatment has been a game changer for male persons with obstructive azoospermia, as it provides you with the option to overcome the challenge of sperm retrieval. It gives hope to the partners to pursue parenthood and conceive biologically related children.

Why Choose Embrion for Male Infertility Treatment?

The moment you choose Embrion for Male Infertility Treatment, you can take a deep breath, knowing that you have made the best decision. Our center is where you can find experts who know everything about treating male infertility. But what is more important is that we make sure each treatment plan fits you perfectly because everyone is different.

When you decide to come to the doors of Embrion, you get everything you need in just one place - from medicines to special techniques to surgery (if needed). If you are looking for a place where you can put your trust open and who understands your pain, Embrion is the place to be. Call or reach us to schedule your consultation today to benefit from the best Male Infertility Treatment Center.