Jeff and Erica want a baby, but after over a year of trying Erica is still not pregnant.  Jeff was shocked to learn that the problem might be his.  After doing a bit of research, he understands that he might not have adequate sperm.  Jeff wants to use a sperm test kit at home first and see […]

Steve has done 3 sperm tests (semen analyses) as recommended, just to be sure.  He can hardly believe it.  Can he really have a fertility problem?  All three tests indicate that he has a low sperm count.  Now he is wondering how to increase sperm count, a subject he never contemplated before. He has always […]

Tom and Sarah have been trying to conceive for over a year.  Sarah finally asked her gynecologist for help, and to both of their surprise they learned that the problem might be Tom’s.  When he had a thorough exam by his primary care doctor, Tom found out he has a varicocele (VAR-ih-koe-seel).  He hadn’t even […]

Greg is shocked to find he may have a fertility problem. When couples are trying to conceive and cannot, half of the time the man has a problem. Causes of male infertility commonly include low sperm count and varicocele.

Chris had a vasectomy while in a previous marriage, and now he and Tammy want children.  They have decided to proceed with a vasectomy reversal, assuming that it will be successful and they will get the family they dream of.  But Chris is wondering what is involved, and is not looking forward to it. Can […]