Patient's question:
I've been married for over a year, and we also lived together for a year before that, totaling more than two years. We never used contraception, but we still haven't had a child. We've had some tests done and visited many hospitals, but it seems there's no major issue. Later, a friend mentioned that we should check for antisperm antibodies, saying it's also quite important. How exactly is the test for antisperm antibodies done?Doctor's answer:
Hello, antisperm antibodies are a complex pathological product that can affect both men and women. The exact cause has not been fully clarified. For women, male sperm and semen are specific antigens. Upon contact with the bloodstream, they can trigger immune responses in both men and women, leading to the production of corresponding antibodies that hinder the combination of sperm and eggs, resulting in infertility. This condition can consume male sperm and obstruct the process of fertilization, causing infertility. It is important to seek timely treatment at a reputable infertility and subfertility specialty hospital, follow the doctor's advice, actively cooperate with the treatment, and avoid missing the optimal treatment window. We wish you good luck with your pregnancy.