Medical Background

The physician will try to find causes for infertility by asking questions about any inherited conditions, chronic health problems, illnesses, injuries or surgeries that could affect fertility. The doctor might also ask about sexual habits and about sexual development during puberty. If the initial inquiry identifies potential causes for the diagnoses, the doctor will ask for documents related to those treatments or conditions.

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Anti-sperm Antibodies

Under regular conditions, sperm cells do not come into contact with the body’s immune system.  However, if the barrier which enforces this is broken, due

Vasectomy

The vas deferens are small tubes that carry sperm to the urethra, to be ejaculated.  During a vasectomy, these tubes either are either cut or

Melatonin and Sperm Quality

While the beneficial nature of melatonin, an endogenous anti-oxidant, has been known for decades, the investigation into the role of melatonin in fertility treatments, in

Ultrasound

Ultrasound technology is an important part of the diagnostic process when evaluating the cause of male infertility.  Ultrasounds is a risk-free test that uses sound

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