Optimal Diagnosis and Medical Treatment of Male Infertility

Abstract

For most, conceiving a child is straightforward and does not involve special planning or intervention. Unfortunately, 15 to 20% of couples will experience undesired delays in conception[1] [2] and seek medical advice for ways to improve fertility. Male infertility is often a frustrating problem, because it is a multifactorial disorder for which an identifiable cause cannot be found in a significant percentage of cases.[3] Unfortunately, for those diagnosed with male-factor infertility, there is a paucity of tried and true treatments and even fewer level-1 evidence-based guidelines. This publication presents a multimodal approach to improve male fertility, by optimizing hormonal balance, minimizing DNA/genetic damage, and utilizing holistic options to minimize stress.