The ABCs of Semen Analysis
The ABCs of Semen Analysis A semen analysis is usually one of the first parts of a couple’s infertility work-up, and it’s a fairly simple test. While many men cringe when they imagine a doctor’s office room with nothing but a sample cup, racy magazines, and lots of pressure, a semen analysis is critical in evaluating male fertility. In fact, problems with the sperm, or…
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What is Male Infertility? Male infertility isn’t something you hear much about in the news, so it may be surprising to learn just how common it is — and there’s no better time than Men’s Health Month (June) to become better informed. About one-third of infertility is thought to be male derived. Additionally, many couples with a normal semen analysis and a normal female evaluation…
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Congratulations ‒ you’ve decided to have a baby! You and your partner have been trying (and trying and trying) to get pregnant. The months keep ticking by, still with no positive pregnancy test. At what point should you see your doctor about infertility? The answer to this question usually depends on your age. If you’re under 35, doctors advise that you try getting pregnant for about a…
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When it comes to getting pregnant and infertility, there’s no shortage of myths. Chances are you’ve heard a lot of them from well-meaning family and friends hoping to make you feel better. But when you’re trying to conceive, it’s important to separate fact from fiction — especially since believing some of these myths could hold you back from getting the care and fertility treatment you…
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