🧬Introduction
For decades, infertility has been largely viewed as a “women’s issue.” This persistent misconception has led many men to be overlooked during fertility evaluations and delayed accurate diagnosis and treatment. But the scientific reality is different.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2023), 1 in 6 people globally are affected by infertility during their lifetime, and male factors contribute to 40–50% of all infertility cases.
At Krishna IVF Clinic, we believe it’s time to change the narrative. Infertility is a shared journey—and men need to be equally involved, informed, and supported.
📊 The Scope of Male Infertility
Male infertility is defined as the inability to achieve pregnancy in a fertile female after 12 months of unprotected intercourse due to issues with the male partner’s reproductive system.
🔎 Common Causes Include
Cause
Low sperm count (oligospermia)
Poor motility (asthenozoospermia)
Abnormal morphology (teratozoospermia)
Hormonal imbalances
Varicocele
Genetic factors
Obstruction
Lifestyle & Environmental exposures
Description
Sperm count <15 million/ml (WHO reference value)
Sperm do not swim properly to reach and fertilize the egg
High percentage of abnormally shaped sperm
Low testosterone or elevated FSH/LH due to pituitary or testicular issues
Enlarged veins in the scrotum, found in ~15% of men and ~40% of men with infertility
Y-chromosome microdeletions, Klinefelter syndrome, CFTR mutations
Blockage in vas deferens or epididymis, leading to azoospermia (zero sperm count)
Smoking, alcohol, anabolic steroids, obesity, stress, radiation, toxins
🧪 Diagnosis: A Simple First Step
A comprehensive semen analysis is often the first and most crucial diagnostic test for male fertility. It evaluates:
- • Sperm count
- • Motility
- • Morphology
- • Volume
- • Liquefaction time
- • pH and presence of leukocytes or agglutination
In some cases, hormonal profiling, scrotal ultrasound, or genetic testing may be recommended.
🔬 At Krishna IVF Clinic, we follow WHO 6th Edition criteria and maintain international quality assurance standards for all andrology diagnostics.
⚙️ Advanced Treatment Options
Thanks to advancements in assisted reproductive technologies (ART), even men with severe infertility have excellent chances of biological parenthood.
✅ Treatment Modalities We Offer:
- • Lifestyle and dietary counseling
- • Medical therapy for hormonal correction or infection
- • Varicocelectomy (if varicocele is significant)
- • Sperm retrieval techniques (TESA, PESA, Micro-TESE) for azoospermic patients
- • ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) – especially effective for low sperm count/motility
- • Sperm banking – for cancer patients, military personnel, and before surgeries or treatments
💡 Male Fertility: What the Numbers Say
• 30–40% of men with infertility have no obvious symptoms other than the inability to conceive.
- • In India, studies show male infertility prevalence is rising, attributed to:
- o Pollution
- o Occupational exposures
- o Sedentary lifestyle and obesity
- o Delayed parenthood
🧠 Mental health is another silent burden. Many men experience depression, guilt, or social pressure, especially in cultures where fatherhood is closely tied to masculine identity.
At Krishna IVF, we offer confidential couple counseling to support psychological well-being during the fertility journey.
🏥 Krishna IVF Clinic: A Legacy of Firsts
We’re not just advocates—we’re pioneers.
- • 2000: Delivered South India’s first laser-assisted hatching baby
- • 2005: Delivered India’s first vitrified embryo baby
- • Cutting-edge lab, ISO-certified protocols, and a fully integrated andrology unit
Every man’s fertility journey is unique. Whether it’s a newlywed couple seeking early screening or a couple struggling for years, we approach every case with scientific precision and empathy.
📍 Take the First Step Today
If you or your partner are struggling to conceive, don’t wait. Early diagnosis in male infertility often leads to simpler, more effective, and less invasive treatments.
💬 Confidential consultations
🔍 Advanced diagnostic testing
👨⚕️ Experienced andrology specialists
💑 Couple-focused care
📞 Call us: +91 9603910004
🌐 Visit: www.krishnaivf.com
📍 Krishna Nagar, MaharaniPeta, Z. P. Junction, Visakhapatnam – 530002
✨ Final Thought
Let’s move beyond blame.
Let’s break the stigma.
Let’s treat fertility as a shared responsibility.
At Krishna IVF Clinic, we’re here to walk this path with you – every step of the way.