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Glossary Male Infertility

man's inability to cause pregnancy due to sperm issues

Male infertility, also known as male reproductive infertility or male sterility, refers to a man's inability to cause pregnancy in a fertile female. This condition can result from various factors, including low sperm production, abnormal sperm function, or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm. It can be influenced by genetic, hormonal, environmental, and lifestyle factors, and is often diagnosed through semen analysis and other medical evaluations.

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research Polycystic ovarian syndrome elevates the distress of sexual pain in Iranian women with infertility

4 citations , June 2024 in “BMC Women s Health”

This study found that infertile female patients with comorbid PCOS experience increased sexual distress linked to impaired sexual function and heightened sexual pain, indicating a need for further research into related physiological and psychological aspects.

Three-Dimensional Dynamic MR-Hysterosalpingography: A New, Low Invasive, Radiation-Free and Less Painful Radiological Approach to Female Infertility

research Three-Dimensional Dynamic MR-Hysterosalpingography: A New, Low Invasive, Radiation-Free and Less Painful Radiological Approach to Female Infertility

1 citations , June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey”

This new method makes checking for female infertility less painful, less invasive, and doesn't use radiation.

research Evaluation and Interpretation of Female Infertility

September 2022 in “Düzce Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi”

In this review, the authors outline a systematic approach for evaluating infertility in women, emphasizing the importance of prompt, non-invasive, and cost-effective assessments, along with providing necessary pre-pregnancy and genetic counseling and accounting for the psychological impact on couples.

research Relationship of androgens to female hirsutism and infertility.

15 citations , September 1973 in “PubMed”

This study observed that in cases of moderately severe male-pattern hirsutism, elevated free plasma androgen levels occur in 85% of patients, suggesting a subtle hyperandrogenic state as a common underlying factor.

research Reproductive prognosis factors in women with infertility and polycystic ovary syndrome undergoing in vitro fertilization techniques

2 citations , January 2025 in “JBRA”

This study concludes that age has a substantial impact on live birth rates in IVF, more so than BMI, while cumulative live birth rate is the most informative measure of reproductive success.

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community Dutasteride Infertility Debunked: Low T causes true infertility.

168 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride and finasteride may temporarily affect semen quality but are unlikely to cause permanent infertility. The Kim et al. study is criticized for poor methodology, and many prefer hair retention over potential fertility concerns, using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.

community Brief summary of new dutasteride study linked to infertility and the limitations/problems with the study

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 34 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride treatment may decrease sperm concentration, but levels remain above WHO recommendations and recover after discontinuation. The study has limitations, including small sample size and lack of pre-treatment sperm data, and does not assess other fertility factors.

community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

in Research/Science 643 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 757 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.

community Derma refused to prescribe finasteride and even tried to scare me about it.

5 upvotes 4 years ago

A 19-year-old diagnosed with AGA was refused finasteride by a dermatologist who cited fertility concerns and prescribed minoxidil, vitamins, and shampoos instead. The user is unsure about using minoxidil and considers finding another dermatologist.

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Can women get hair transplants? Women can get hair transplants, and procedures are tailored to their specific hair loss patterns.
What is a female hair transplant? A female hair transplant is a surgical procedure to restore hair in women.
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