Diabetes Medicine And Male Infertility
- Infertility in Men - Male Reproductive System
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Assisted Reproductive Technologies
Causes
More than 90% of male infertility cases are due to low sperm counts, poor sperm quality, or both. The remaining cases of male infertility can be caused by a number of factors including anatomical problems, hormonal imbalances, and genetic defects.
Sperm Abnormalities
Sperm abnormalities can be caused by a range of factors, including congenital birth defects, disease, chemical exposure, and lifestyle habits. (See Risk Factors section.) In many cases, the causes of sperm abnormalities are...
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Infertility
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Male Infertility
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Infertility in Men: Other Treatments
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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