When talking about fertility, it is vital that men also take responsibility for their health care and be attentive to possible changes that may cause difficulties in the future. More information in the following article.
For many years, it was believed that only women should take care of their fertility and inquire about possible difficulties in their sexual and reproductive health before seeking pregnancy. With the passage of time, men became even more involved not only in the process of looking for a baby, but also in the care and education of their children, which means that today more men consult to know in detail how to accompany their partners on the path of having a child.
Some tips for men to get even more involved in the process of finding a pregnancy and take care of their fertility are:
- Inquire about their family history: Many of the obstacles when it comes to getting pregnant in a couple are due to hereditary diseases of which the man is not aware. Finding out about the possible causes of fertility that exist in their brothers, cousins, uncles, etc., can be decisive when it comes to reaching an accurate diagnosis and thus evaluating possible treatments to counteract difficulties in male fertility.
- It is also important for the patient to know if in his childhood he suffered from diseases such as mumps or varicocele, as these can be decisive in the reproductive capacity of men.
- When it comes to taking care of fertility, men must also protect themselves when exposed to chemical substances, solvents, daily medications, exposure to high temperatures such as ovens and boilers, radiation and X-rays, as these are risk factors in male infertility. If you have come into contact with any of these components and the patient believes that this may have affected their fertility, a specialist should be consulted.
- Taking care of body weight is also important to take care of fertility, as obesity can cause an increase in the temperature in the testicles and alter sperm production. With regular exercise and a good diet, a healthy weight can be maintained.
- Smoking, alcohol, or hallucinogenic drugs can affect sperm quality. Therefore, it is recommended to restrict the use of these substances for fertility care.
- Promiscuity is one of the great enemies of fertility. Diseases such as syphilis, blenorrhagia, gonorrhea, chlamydia, among others, can affect male fertility in the short and long term. Thus, it is essential that the patient is constantly evaluated and avoids having high-risk sexual relations.
- The emotional part around fertility can affect a man’s response to getting pregnant. Therefore, it is necessary to receive psychological support in case the man is suffering from anxiety, depression or severe stress at the time of starting the search for a pregnancy.
If you have doubts or questions regarding your fertility, at Inser we are at your disposal to learn about your case and provide you with the right solutions to achieve your dream of starting a family. Come to one of our locations in Bogotá, Medellín, Rionegro, Pereira and Cartagena and we will accompany you in this process that will change your life.
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