Male Infertility

Male fertility is a complex process that requires more than just the production of sperms. The sperm produces must be of high quality, in good quantities, and have good motility (movement) & morphology (shape). In simple terms, healthy sperms should be carried into the semen and when ejaculated, be able to move properly and reach & penetrate the egg.

This process can be affected by a number of medical, environmental, and lifestyle reasons, causing male infertility.  

• Medical Causes such as infections, ejaculation issues, tumours, anatomical defects, genetic disorders, prior surgeries, medical conditions, cancer treatments, hormonal imbalances, and tubular defects.
• Environmental Causes such as exposure to heavy metals, industrial chemicals, and radiation, as well as, the overheating of testicles.
• Lifestyle & Health Causes such as drug abuse, smoking, alcohol, sedentary lifestyle, obesity, poor mental health, and STIs.

Note: You may also have unexplained infertility wherein standard tests appear normal and no causes have been found for your infertility.

If you are unable to conceive after 12 months of frequent, unprotected intercourse, you and your partner should visit a fertility specialist like Dr. Vaishali Grover. If you notice the following signs and symptoms in your male partner, it may indicate male factor infertility:

• Erection or ejaculation problems
• Low sex drive
• Problems with sexual function
• Pain/ lump/ swelling in testicle area
• Recurrent respiratory infections
• Abnormal breast growth
• Decreased facial or body hair
• Past surgery in groin, scrotum, penis or testicle

For a diagnosis of male infertility, Dr. Vaishali Grover, a leading infertility specialist in Ludhiana, leverages necessary tests such as semen analysis, sperm function tests, blood work, hormone testing, TESA, biopsy, and imaging tests.

Not at all. A low sperm count may make natural conception more difficult, but it is not impossible. With specialized treatments like ICSI and IUI, few good-quality, motile sperms are adequate to achieve a successful pregnancy. Dr. Vaishali Grover leverages advanced procedures like TESA (Trans Epididymal Sperm Aspiration) to retrieve such sperms in case of complex or absolute infertility.

While stress is rarely the sole cause of infertility, chronic stress can disrupt the sexual function and hormonal imbalances, leading to lower testosterone levels and reduced sperm production. High cortisol (the stress hormone) can also negatively impact sperm motility and shape, making it harder for sperm to reach the egg.

Lifestyle changes including stress management, healthy weight, balanced diet, and temperature control often show measurable results in just a few months.

Dr. Vaishali Grover, an experienced infertility specialist in Ludhiana, leverages a highly tailored approach, advanced diagnostics, and modern medical protocols to treat complex infertility challenges, focused on enabling biological fatherhood. Depending upon the patient’s condition, causative factors, and specific needs, Dr. Vaishali Grover utilizes a combination of the following methods to treat male infertility:

• Antibiotics for infections
• Medication & treatments for sexual dysfunction
• Fertility awareness
• Lifestyle changes
• Surgical retrieval through TESA
• Assisted reproduction like IVF, ICSI, or IUI
• Referral to a urologist

Trans Epididymal Sperm Aspiration (TESA) is a minimally invasive, day-care procedure performed under local anaesthesia by an expert like Dr. Vaishali Grover. Most patients experience only minor discomfort and are able to return to their normal routine quickly.