Patient's question:
I've been married for three years. Since I got married at the age of 30, I planned to have a child right from the start of the marriage. However, after three years of marriage, I haven't been able to have a child yet. My wife had a medical checkup, and there were no issues found with her health. I plan to go to the hospital myself in a few days to get checked. I'd like to ask, what tests are included in a male infertility examination?Doctor's answer:
Hello, infertile men should undergo a physical examination. The general examination typically includes height, weight, and arm span. It also involves observing the development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as facial hair, Adam's apple, underarm hair, and pubic hair growth, as well as checking for gynecomastia. The focus of the physical examination for male infertility is the urinary and reproductive systems. This includes assessing the size of the penis, checking for hypospadias, evaluating the size and consistency (softness/hardness) of the testicles. The examination also involves palpating the epididymis for thickening, tenderness, and cysts, as well as inspecting the vas deferens and varicocele.