Male Infertility Treatment
Male infertility has become an increasingly common and significant health problem in recent years. In the general population, about 15% of couples are unable to achieve pregnancy within one year despite not using contraception. In the second year this chance is 50%, and in the third year 65%. These figures show that after the first year, a couple's chance of having a child naturally decreases over time.
Causes of Infertility
Many factors can cause infertility, such as an undescended testicle, testicular cancer, varicocele, congenital or acquired urogenital anomalies, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infections, previous chemotherapy or radiotherapy, febrile infections in childhood, and genetic disorders. Sometimes no cause can be found despite all tests and examinations; factors such as the woman's age, fertility potential and whether the couple already has children are also important in deciding which treatment path to follow.
Infertility Examination and Diagnosis
When a patient presents for an infertility evaluation, the first step is an examination of the penis and testicles in a room with appropriate lighting and temperature. After a detailed medical history and physical examination, methods such as semen analysis, blood tests, microbiological tests and ultrasonography are used to make a definitive diagnosis. Following the diagnosis, a treatment plan tailored to the patient is drawn up. In some cases this is medication, and in others surgery.
After a detailed medical history and physical examination, methods such as semen analysis, blood tests, microbiological tests and ultrasonography are used to make a definitive diagnosis.
Infertility Treatment
Whatever treatment method is chosen, lifestyle changes are very important in infertility treatment: changing eating and drinking habits, giving up harmful habits such as smoking and alcohol, avoiding steroid-based medications and establishing a regular sleep routine. Medication may be used for infertility patients in whom a hormonal disorder is detected. When surgical options are considered, procedures such as Micro-TESE, TESA, MESA, TUR-ED and microscopic varicocelectomy are performed.
The information on our website is not intended to direct individuals to any treatment. Do not take any diagnostic or treatment steps without consulting your doctor. The content does not contain information about İzmir Can Hastanesi's therapeutic healthcare services.
