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Male Factor Infertility: This Exchange is intended to help couples faced with ... more

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AmyAALC

Joined: 03/02/2010

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My name is Amy Perkins, MS, TS and I am the Laboratory Supervisor at the Arizona Andrology Laboratory & Cryobank and the International Center for Vasectomy Reversal. Dr. Sheldon Marks and myself would like a place to field male fertility questions similar to the previous male factor infertility board under Men's Health. We hear time and time again from couple that they are not aware of options to improve male fertility so we would like to provide our expertise in this area.

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Yes morphology can be one of many reasons for a miscarriage. Your DH should start on a...

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1 Reply | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:0% morphology... Anyone? I had a BFP that ended in miscarriage at 5 weeks Yes morphology can be one of many reasons for a miscarriage. Your DH should start on a...

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Reply: Any help for my husband?

He can give a fertility supplement like FertilAid a try. It will take about 3 months to see...

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He can give a fertility supplement like FertilAid a try. It will take about 3 months to see improvements but worth a try if it helps you achieve natural conception without having to go onto IVF.

Also making sure to follow the below sperm healthy lifestyle is key to ensure top quality sperm production.

Sperm-Healthy Lifestyle

1. No heat to the scrotum and groin areas. Heat causes damage to the sperm cells so stay away from hot tubs, saunas, Jacuzzis or soaking in baths above body temperature.
2. Stay well hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids. Caffeine is okay in moderation.
3. Eat a well balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Red meat and fish should be consumed regularly.
4. Regular ejaculations, every 24-48 hours, to keep the system revved up.
5. Avoid testosterone replacements and all male hormone/androgen supplements. These can drastically reduce or even zero-out sperm counts.
6. Absolutely no tobacco in any form. Tobacco use causes DNA damage to sperm cells that leads to lower pregnancy rates, increased incidence of miscarriage and birth defects. This holds true for marijuana and other recreational drugs.
7. Alcohol in moderation. Excess drinking is associated with significant sperm toxicity.
8. Maintain a healthy BMI level. Excess fat tissue results in increased estrogen and lowered testosterone.
9. Avoid cells phones in pants pockets or belt clip attachments. Do not place laptop, tablets or other computer devices directly on lap.

When it comes to supplements more does not always equal better so please follow the dosages below. If you are not a fan of taking all these individually we would recommend purchasing a male fertility blend vitamin such as FertilAid for Men, Fertility Blend for Men, Conception XR or other blended multivitamins containing a majority of these ingredients such as GNC's B-Complex 75 Complete (as low as $9.59/month) with the addition of the missing items. Fertility Boost for Men can also be added to help improve sperm motility and forward progression.

Always consult your primary care provider before starting any supplements.

Vitamin/Anti-oxidant Dosage Benefits

B Complex Once daily DNA
Vitamin C 500 mg daily Count, motility and morphology
Vitamin D 400 IU daily Improves sperm quality
Vitamin E 400 IU daily Motility, viability and morphology
Coenzyme Q10 200 mg daily Motility and forward progression
Folic Acid 1 mg daily Count and DNA
Acetyl L-carnitine 1 g daily Motility and forward progression
L-carnitine 1 g daily Motility and forward progression
Lycopene 10 mg daily Count and motility
Selenium 200 3BCg daily Motility, viability and morphology
Zinc 50 mg daily Count and DNA
Fish oil capsules 2-3 daily Count, motility and morphology

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Reply: My Semen Lab report and also my wife lab reports a...

Great semen analysis numbers! Sounds like testing has come back normal on both sides so...

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1 Reply | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:My Semen Lab report and also my wife lab reports are fine yet not luck for pregnency Great semen analysis numbers! Sounds like testing has come back normal on both sides so...

Reply: is varicocele alert catagory 3 is last stage of v...

You need to check a semen analysis to see the impact this varicocele has on your fertility...

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1 Reply | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:is varicocele alert catagory 3 is last stage of varicocele ?? You need to check a semen analysis to see the impact this varicocele has on your fertility...

Reply: i am 36 M i have errectional disfunctioning and tw...

Ask the lab for a sterile specimen container for a home collection since you are not able...

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1 Reply | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:i am 36 M i have errectional disfunctioning and two days before i got varicocele alert 3 Ask the lab for a sterile specimen container for a home collection since you are not able...

Reply: Is this semen analysis report okay?

Yes to that 2nd sample in 1 month. You might be shocked how different a 2nd sample results...

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No, not a waste. Get body supplies with all the beneficial components from the supplements...

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Reply: how can I help??

Morphology can vary so keep him on those vitamins and maybe even put him on a supplement...

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Reply: Is this semen analysis report okay?

3.5 ml x 32 mil/ml = 112 million sperm so his testicular output looks great, normal is 40...

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