Rest assured, the risk of genetic mutations related to aging sperm in men >50 is VERY small, but it’s never zero. Age of the male vs. female: Although there is still a lot that we do not know, we do know that the age of the male is less important than the age of the […]
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At what age should men be concerned about their fertility? Some studies say over 40 but most agree that men over 50 years of age need to be concerned. First, it’s important to remember that, unlike women who see both egg quality and quantity decline with increasing age (more rapidly after the age of 37), […]
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Overview of the YO SCORE: At home sperm testing has taken yet another leap forward with the introduction of the YO SCORE. Reproductive Endocrinologists make key decisions about fertility treatment based on both male and female examinations and test results. Semen analysis (particularly motility, count and morphology) is the primary test for assessing male fertility. […]
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How obesity affects your sperm – From Dr. Kenan Omurtag You wake up one morning, roll over, sit up and when you look down you discover your feet have disappeared and, in their place is this huge orb of flab staring you in the face…You are now one of the 36.5% and ‘growing’ U.S. population of […]
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The New York Times Article | SAN FRANCISCO — Dr. Paul Turek was on his way to speak to employees at a cryptocurrency investment firm one recent afternoon about a growing anxiety for the men in the office: what’s going on with their sperm? Is there enough? Is the existing supply satisfactory? Are we men […]
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“We’ve been trying to conceive for over a year we’re still not pregnant. Could it be my husband has a low sperm count or a no sperm count?” Today, ~ 1% percent of the male population suffers from azoospermia (no sperm). However, advanced medical treatments offer hope. Don’t panic, let’s talk about azoospermia first. What […]
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Surprising as it may seem in this era of IVF, egg and embryo banking and amid stories of pregnancies at advanced age, myths about conception still abound. Trying to conceive? Worried about a low sperm count? Take a look at 7 common misconceptions: Misconception #1: The pill is to blame Women who have been unsuccessfully […]
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We asked Dr. Kenan Omurtag for some insight into hair loss treatments for men and here’s what he answered… What are a guy’s ‘chances’ of facing hair loss and is there any treatment? Up to 50% of men will experience hair loss by age 50. As a result, numerous hair growth/recovery products are pitched to […]
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