Dr Sanjay Prakash J: Common Male Infertility Causes and When to Test
Male infertility causes and when to test: Dr Sanjay Prakash J, a urologist and andrologist at the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology in Chennai, shared that male factors contribute to nearly half of all infertile couples. He emphasized that infertility is often silent, with men having normal sexual performance but poor sperm production. Lifestyle factors like chronic stress, obesity, smoking, and anabolic steroid use can impair sperm health. Medical conditions such as varicocele, diabetes, and genetic issues like Y-chromosome microdeletions also play key roles.
The doctor advised that couples who have not conceived after one year of regular unprotected intercourse should undergo evaluation. Men above 35 or with risk factors like undescended testes, cancer treatment, or family history should not delay testing. Understanding male infertility causes and when to test is crucial for early intervention. Dr Prakash J stressed that advances in medical technology help many men achieve biological fatherhood.
He also recommended premarital fertility evaluations and annual check-ups for young men with unhealthy lifestyles. Recognizing male infertility causes and when to test can guide family planning and genetic counseling. Ultimately, early diagnosis offers valuable opportunities for treatment and emotional support, making proactive health screening essential.
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