It’s time to talk about male fertility

There's been a longstanding belief that fertility is an issue that only affects women but this couldn't be further from the truth. Male factor fertility actually affects half of the couples who attend fertility clinics and is the second most common factor in causing infertility, only after women's age. Fertility affects both partners in a relationship who are looking to start a family, regardless of gender. 

It can be uncomfortable to chat about these things. There continues to be a certain stigma that accompanies anything remotely related to sex, even when it relates to reporduction. This is why ReproMed has launched a nationwide awareness campaign, in partnership with UK based laboratory Examen, centred around the issue of male fertility. By opening the doors for these conversations, they hope to encourage more men to become more proactive when it comes to understanding their reproductive well-being.

There are so many things which can affect fertility in men, such as age and weight. A lot of factors are also lifestyle-related. The obvious, such as smoking, drinking and drug use, will affect your fertility but there are often less obvious factors at play. 

The reality is that male fertility frequently goes unexplained. As trusted experts in the field of fertility, ReproMed and Examen are leading the way when it comes to providing science-led fertility testing in Ireland in order to bolster men’s reproductive health.

Modern fertility testing methods such as Examen’s EXTEND are helping men to uncover the cause of hidden fertility issues. This is important research which reduces miscarriage risk during pregnancy. Tests such as a simple semen analysis can also reveal a lot, including a man's overall sperm count. They also offer services like sperm freezing for those wishing to start a family later on in life. 

Whether you're interested in health optimisation or looking to start family planning ReproMed and Examen are here to support you on your journey. 

For those looking to take control of their fertility, you can book a male fertility check today via the ReproMed website.