The importance of embryology and andrology
What happens in the IVF lab can make or break a cycle. When looking for a fertility clinic, you need to consider embryology and andrology. In this blog, I will tell you a little about our embryology and andrology programs. I’ll also discuss some of the things that make us different from other doctors who practice infertility.
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Tips to enhance male fertility
It can be downright depressing getting back a semen analysis (sperm test) that is not ‘ideal’. However, don’t feel alone. There are MANY guys in your situation (even if they are not talking about it!). It’s true that there are a number of fertility treatments that may help you to conceive.
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All about the science of making love
For some lucky couples, getting pregnant involves candles and a month or two of enjoyable, yet purposeful sex. They may never know exactly when ovulation occurs, or the details of the miraculous process. However, for 1 in 8 couples, infertility can make it impossible to get pregnant even with perfectly timed intercourse.
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Male infertility is common – It’ not just a female issue
Infertility is not just for women. Boys can have it too! In fact, 40% of couples who seek evaluation will have some degree of a sperm problem. In 25% of cases, the only identified problem is a male factor. Clearly, male infertility is common.
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Debunking common male infertility myths
When a couple is trying to conceive and is having difficulty, it is common to assume the problems must be coming from the woman. This is not always the case. This is just one of the common male infertility myths.
The first set myths
Infertility is a woman’s issue:
Most research shows that infertility is due to male factor infertility in approximately 18% of all cases.
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The importance of scheduling a semen analysis
Certainly, scheduling a semen analysis (a.k.a. ‘sperm test’) does not rank high on most guys’ ‘to-do lists’…. It’s awkward – yes — but scheduling a semen analysis will help evaluate male fertility and bring you closer to the treatment that will work the most effectively for you. Remember that infertility is a disease that affects 1 in 8 couples;
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Our approach to male infertility
We have a comprehensive approach to male infertility. Almost half of all couples we see at the Texas Fertility Center have some significant degree of male factor as the cause of their infertility. In other words, there is an abnormality in the sperm that makes it less likely for pregnancy to occur.
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What we look for in good sperm
Conceiving requires good sperm. However, did you know that today you will produce what could impregnate your partner three months from now? Lifestyle changes can cultivate top performers, so ask a fertility doctor for suggestions. Plan to abstain from excess alcohol and all tobacco and illegal drugs. Also,
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When to stop trying to conceive
Many patients struggling to become pregnant wonder when it is time to quit. Just when is “enough enough”? It is important to realize that if Texas Fertility Center can utilize all of the options, 85-88% of patients will be able to have a baby. But that does not mean that there aren’t times during the treatment process when “enough is enough”.
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An in-depth guide to fertility testing
When you have your first visit with your fertility specialist, they will review you and your partner’s medical history. The next step is fertility testing. It can help identify potential problems and help your fertility specialist recommend the most appropriate and efficient treatments. Here is our guide to fertility testing.
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