Patient's question:
I am 28 years old and my husband is also 28. We have been married for 4 years and started trying to conceive right after getting married. We have not had any children yet and have started to suspect it might be our fault. I have undergone a lot of thorough examinations and have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for over a year. The doctor said there are no major issues with me. Now, I am questioning whether it might be my husband's problem. What are the possible causes of male infertility?Doctor's answer:
In the absence of breastfeeding, if a couple has sexual activity and remains unconceived for less than a year, it is referred to as infertility. There are multiple causes of male infertility, such as congenital factors like chromosomal disorders, endocrine factors, prostatitis, mumps, smoking, exposure to chemical substances and radiation, etc. It is recommended that the male partner undergo preliminary semen analysis and male hormone tests at a regular hospital. Fresh fruits and vegetables should be consumed more frequently.