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IT Industry Could Show Higher Infertility Rates

Wednesday, September 28th, 2011

News from India has many men who work in the IT industry asking themselves if their chosen careers may contribute to their male infertility. A recent survey of those in the software industry has discovered that many men who attempt fertility treatments with their wives discover that they are the cause of the reproduction issues.

Though the survey doesn’t explain exactly why a higher-than-normal finding seems to exist in the IT world, there could be many sociological and environmental factors, including:

1. A stressful environment.

The IT industry is highly competitive, requiring long hours. As with any job where intensity and drive are the standard expectations, an IT professional may be living such a hectic lifestyle that he is unable to find time to have a regular sexual relationship with his female partner.

2. Obesity.

IT professionals often work in offices in front of computers day-in, day-out. This leads to a more sedentary than normal existence, which can contribute to weight issues. Obese men are known to have more fertility issues than are those of average weight.

3. Poor habits.

Long hours may lead some men to drink or smoke. Both lifestyle choices can be contributors to male infertility. Additionally, any kind of drug use (even some over-the-counter medications) can become problematic for men seeking to father children.

4. Radiation from technology equipment.

Though some scientists have felt that the notion of radiation from technological items is too minimal to have an impact on male infertility, others are cautious about dismissing the notion out of hand. After all, some cases have shown that being around such items can have effects on health.

 

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Focus on Male Infertility – The Courage to Take Action

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

For many men, taking the first trip to a fertility specialist can seem embarrassing or uncomfortable. That’s likely due to the media’s focus on female infertility rather than male infertility. However, it’s important for guys to be open to finding out why they’ve been unable to conceive.

Many individuals are surprised to learn that male infertility is the primary issue in at least one third of all cases of infertility between couples. (Some statistics report this number to be 40 percent or higher!) Just hearing this fact is calming for many male fertility patients, as it eases the psychological burden of them feeling like they are “alone” in their fertility struggles or that they “cannot perform”.

Still, it’s not unusual for us at RSI, one of the premiere fertility clinics in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, area, to come against some resistance when men initially arrive at our facility. This is especially true when they have been brought by the women in their lives; for men, this can feel akin to being “pointed at” in a crowd.

Guys, the bottom line is this: We understand. Male infertility is one of our specialties; therefore, we are sensitive to the emotional considerations that accompany the diagnosis. If you’re feeling irate, standoffish, sad or uncomfortable, it’s okay. We as fertility specialists are not here to push you in one direction or another; we’re here to make sure you have all the facts and can proceed as makes sense for you and your significant other.

The upshot – and it’s a great one! – is that we’ve successfully helped many couples with their infertility issues, whether they stemmed from female infertility or male infertility. But it’s necessary for patients to take the first step and give us (or a preferred, reputable fertility clinic) a call.

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Why Won’t He Talk about His Male Infertility?

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

You want to go to a reproductive health specialist and discuss fertility problems you and your partner have had.  But whenever you bring up the subject, he becomes defensive and refuses to attend even an exploratory meeting with a physician… let alone hear you out.

What gives?

For many men, especially those who were raised in families where infertility and reproductive health were “verboten” issues, discussing topics like this can be extremely difficult.  And for other men, there can be an overwhelming fear that they might be facing male infertility.

What many men simply don’t realize is that male infertility is quite common.  In fact, just as many fertility problems can be caused by male infertility factors as female infertility factors!  But that can be little relief for the wife or partner of the man who won’t even discuss going to a doctor.

If you’re with someone who finds the male infertility discussion difficult, there are a few routes you can take. 

First, you can make an appointment on your own to see a reproductive health specialist who can assist you in getting some information. 

Next, you can get in touch with a counselor who might be able to give you advice on broaching the subject of male infertility.

Finally, you may just have to be patient but direct.  If you both want children and you haven’t conceived naturally (though you’ve been having sexual intercourse regularly and without protection) in a 6-12 month period, there’s something amiss.  That could be the bare fact that gets him to attend an appointment in the hopes of getting one step closer to a solution.

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Sadness and Infertility Can Go Hand-in-Hand… and That’s Okay

Friday, July 16th, 2010

For good or bad, we live in a society that suggests we have to be “upbeat” all the time, putting on a “happy face” despite problems.  When we’re asked, “How are you?”, we’re expected to say, “Fine, thank you!”  No wonder so many people with infertility feel embarrassed because they go through periods of sadness and depression.

If you’re one of the many men or women dealing with infertility, it’s important to know that feeling unhappy or “down” is completely normal.  It’s not a sign of weakness, nor is it something unusual.  In fact, reputable reproductive science specialists will always consider your mental health throughout your fertility treatment journey.

But what can you do in the meantime if you’d rather not make a phone call every time you’re feeling blue?  Why not try one of these methods of addressing your state of mind:

→ Acknowledge and accept your sadness.

→ Talk with someone who will listen without judging or trying to “solve” your emotions.

→ Do something that isn’t related to fertility issues, such as working out, going for a hike, taking a walk or reading a book.

→ Write down your feelings in a personal journal. 

→ Ask yourself if you’re being too hard on yourself.  (This is often the case.)  Infertility isn’t something you can control.

Remember that infertility and unhappy moments can often go hand-in-hand.  So allow yourself to have human moments of disappointment or even depression.  And, of course, if your mental state turns into one you cannot easily control, please contact your physician to discuss other steps you can take.

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