Drug therapy—hormonal and non-hormonal—for male infertility

Some cases of male infertility are caused by too much or too little of certain hormones. Problems originating in the hypothalamus and pituitary gland can also cause male infertility. We treat this with hormone therapy or other medications. If the male infertility problem is caused by an infection, we prescribe antibiotics.

Surgical intervention

In rare cases, we may refer you to a urologist for a physical examination and possibly surgery to correct problems such as an undescended testicle, an obstruction or a varicocele.

IUI-related procedures

After an abnormal semen analysis we can use lab techniques to “wash” the seminal plasma and improve the concentration of normally shaped, motile sperm. These sperm are then transferred to the uterus via an intrauterine insemination (IUI). For more severe cases of sperm abnormalities, this treatment is inadequate, and our Manhattan fertility doctor will discuss IVF with you.

IVF-related procedures

The invention of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) has revolutionized the treatment of male infertility. Now we can achieve high rates of fertilization in patients who previously would have had little hope of conceiving. This treatment for male infertility is particularly successful for men who have a low sperm count or a blockage in the reproductive tract. During the procedure, a single sperm is injected directly into the egg. After one to five days in the laboratory, the fertilized egg will be transferred to the female’s uterus in a fresh or frozen IVF cycle.

Even men who have a complete absence of sperm in the ejaculate have hope of fathering children through a simple procedure called testicular sperm extraction (TESE). During this procedure, sperm is extracted directly from the testicle. The extracted sperm is used for ICSI, followed by an IVF procedure.
Men who are seeking treatment for male infertility can rely on our Manhattan fertility clinic for compassionate care and counseling.

The staff at our fertility clinic understands that male infertility can be discouraging, but we offer hope through treatment for male infertility. From the moment you come to us for an evaluation until the day you receive treatment, you will be treated with kindness and the utmost care and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about your options.