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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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