Male factors

Some male factor issues like sperm concentration, motility, and structure, may negatively affect their ability to fertilize an egg. Did you know that most infertility causes are usually symptomless?

Four out of five cases in which couples struggle with conceiving are due to female factors, however, many couples struggle due to male factors or even a combination of both male and female conditions that prevent them from becoming parents. If you and your partner have been trying for a baby for over 12 months without success we recommend you seek help from a specialist.

Main causes

• Anejaculation: refers to the absence of ejaculation.

• Asthenozoospermia: low sperm motility.

• Azoospermia: lack of sperm in semen.

• Diabetes mellitus: can lead to testicular damage, reduced sperm count and insufficient sperm quality.

• Teratozoospermia: alterations in the shape or structure of spermatozoa.

• Erectile dysfunction: inability to achieve and maintain an erection.

• Seminal infections: caused by harmful micro-organisms in the prostate, vesicles, vas deferens, epididymis or testicles.

• Varicocele: dilation of the veins that send blood out of the testicles.

• Vasectomy: surgery in which the ducts of the scrotum are blocked or cut.

Can I have a baby despite suffering from a male-factor infertility condition?

Any condition you or your partner may be facing, related to male factor fertility issues can be treated, don't be discouraged! This should not prevent you from achieving the dream of having a baby, with Ingenes every treatment is tailored for each patient, if you or your partner suffer from one or more of the aforementioned conditions, your best option could be an IVF!