Disorders of Coitus - Causes of Male infertility
Key points
- Sexual dysfunction stemming from low libido or impotence is a frequent cause of infertility.
- Anatomic problems like hypospadias can cause inappropriate placement of the seminal coagulum too distant from the cervix and result in infertility.
- Simple problems of coital timing and frequency can be corrected by a review of the couple's sexual habits.
- The male hormonal evaluation can detect organic reasons for such problems.
A. Impotence
Sexual dysfunction stemming from low libido or impotence is a frequent cause of infertility. The male hormonal evaluation can detect organic reasons for such problems. Most cases of situational impotence, in which the stress of attempting to conceive results in poor erections, are treated with sexual counseling.
B. Hypospadias
Anatomic problems like hypospadias can cause inappropriate placement of the seminal coagulum too distant from the cervix and result in infertility.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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