Male infertility is often overlooked, but it's the cause of half of all infertility cases. Sperm counts are declining worldwide.
Key facts
- •Half of all infertility cases are caused by issues with the man's sperm
- •Sperm counts are declining worldwide
- •Testosterone levels are also plummeting
- •Male infertility often carries a stigma
- •A problem with the man's testicles can be resolved with a routine operation
When discussing infertility, the focus tends to be on women, but half of the time, the issue is caused by problems with the man's sperm. Sperm counts are declining worldwide, and testosterone levels are also plummeting.
Personal Experience
Toby Trice and his wife spent years trying to conceive, undergoing two rounds of IVF before discovering that a problem with his testicles was the cause of their difficulties. Trice struggled with feelings of guilt and shame, but his issues were resolved with a routine operation.
Breaking The Stigma
Associate Professor Michael Carroll believes it's time to talk more openly about male infertility. He says that men should not be ashamed to discuss their reproductive issues, just as they would discuss a sports injury.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by The Guardian Health.
