Possible problems with DH

minks · Apr 9th, 2008, 11:37 AM

Has anyone heard of this? The urologist said that DH may have vericose veins in his testicles and that may be the reason for low sprem motility and concentration.

tabbyco · Apr 9th, 2008, 03:13 PM

Yes, our specialist talked to us about that on Monday. She said that the veins could be giving off excess heat which can kill sperm and reduce normal mophology.

Did the urologist offer a solution?

minks · Apr 9th, 2008, 05:04 PM

Just ordered an ultrasound & another semen analysis. Didn't really offer a solution, but from the info I've read on the internet it doesn't sound like the surgery that can be done to correct the veins doesn't necessarily increase chances for fertility. Oh and he gave him a multivitamin that is supposed to help incerase sperm count. We don't go back until June 2nd.

chodessa · Apr 9th, 2008, 09:25 PM

What's the name of the multivitamin if you don't mind?

minks · Apr 9th, 2008, 10:28 PM

The bottle says: Fertility for Men slow release formula theralogix nutritional suppliment
We got samples, but when they run out we have to order them online @ theralogix.com

tabbyco · Apr 18th, 2008, 10:25 AM

minks, does your DH have low morphology? We were just diagnosed with 1% morphology and the Dr. really couldn't tell us if that was the problem and didn't have any solutions to offer, other than retesting, IUI or IVF... I've been looking into supplements, so it is good to hear that your urologist recommended some.

minks · Apr 20th, 2008, 06:50 PM

He didn't mention morphology, only low motility and concentration.

urologist · Apr 20th, 2008, 07:46 PM

I just saw this thread!

Varicoceles (dilated scrotal veins) can in fact decrease fertility--in fact, they are the #1 cause of secondary infertility (infertility in men who have already gotten someone pregnant). Repairing the varicocele can improve semen parameters (i.e. the numbers on the semen analysis) and there are also new data suggesting that the ability of sperm to fertilize eggs may be altered in men with varicoceles, and this would not be readily apparent on the semen analysis.

So, in theory, repairing the varicocele is a good idea, provided that other causes of infertility have been excluded.

I have never heard of a multivitamin that increases sperm count. What is in this?? The cure for a varicocele is surgical, but if there is a problem with your DH's hormones, that may be a medical problem (i.e. curable with pills). I definitely think you should ask your urologist to elaborate on this.

minks · Apr 20th, 2008, 08:13 PM

Our urologist said that the multivitamin has been known to aid in increasing sperm count. The link is theralogix.com. It was not meant to be a "fix" for the vericose veins.

urologist · Apr 20th, 2008, 08:33 PM

Hmm---I will ask about it, but I have never heard anyone endorse it. I'll have to see what's in it.

tabbyco · Apr 21st, 2008, 10:00 AM

urologist, are you a urologist?

urologist · Apr 21st, 2008, 06:38 PM

yes, though in the interest of full disclosure I am a pediatric urologist, so it has been a couple of years since I have done much infertility. I don't mean to be pushy, but I just want to speak up because I think that unfortunately male reporoductive health/sexual function is one of those fields that is somewhat emotionally charged, so there are many opportunities for unscrupulous people to take advantage of others.

Apr 9th, 2008, 03:13 PM	#2
tabbyco Quirrel! Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Right Coast Posts: 2,168	Yes, our specialist talked to us about that on Monday. She said that the veins could be giving off excess heat which can kill sperm and reduce normal mophology. Did the urologist offer a solution? __________________

Apr 18th, 2008, 10:25 AM	#6
tabbyco Quirrel! Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Right Coast Posts: 2,168	minks, does your DH have low morphology? We were just diagnosed with 1% morphology and the Dr. really couldn't tell us if that was the problem and didn't have any solutions to offer, other than retesting, IUI or IVF... I've been looking into supplements, so it is good to hear that your urologist recommended some. __________________

Apr 21st, 2008, 10:00 AM	#11
tabbyco Quirrel! Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Right Coast Posts: 2,168	urologist, are you a urologist? __________________

Apr 21st, 2008, 06:38 PM	#12
urologist Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 599	yes, though in the interest of full disclosure I am a pediatric urologist, so it has been a couple of years since I have done much infertility. I don't mean to be pushy, but I just want to speak up because I think that unfortunately male reporoductive health/sexual function is one of those fields that is somewhat emotionally charged, so there are many opportunities for unscrupulous people to take advantage of others. Last edited by urologist; Apr 21st, 2008 at 06:40 PM. Reason: added more info!

Apr 9th, 2008, 11:37 AM	#1
minks Always Shopping Joined: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 139	Has anyone heard of this? The urologist said that DH may have vericose veins in his testicles and that may be the reason for low sprem motility and concentration.

Apr 9th, 2008, 05:04 PM	#3
minks Always Shopping Joined: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 139	Just ordered an ultrasound & another semen analysis. Didn't really offer a solution, but from the info I've read on the internet it doesn't sound like the surgery that can be done to correct the veins doesn't necessarily increase chances for fertility. Oh and he gave him a multivitamin that is supposed to help incerase sperm count. We don't go back until June 2nd.

Apr 9th, 2008, 09:25 PM	#4
chodessa Hot and Humble Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,455	What's the name of the multivitamin if you don't mind?

Apr 9th, 2008, 10:28 PM	#5
minks Always Shopping Joined: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 139	The bottle says: Fertility for Men slow release formula theralogix nutritional suppliment We got samples, but when they run out we have to order them online @ theralogix.com

Apr 20th, 2008, 06:50 PM	#7
minks Always Shopping Joined: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 139	He didn't mention morphology, only low motility and concentration.

Apr 20th, 2008, 07:46 PM	#8
urologist Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 599	I just saw this thread! Varicoceles (dilated scrotal veins) can in fact decrease fertility--in fact, they are the #1 cause of secondary infertility (infertility in men who have already gotten someone pregnant). Repairing the varicocele can improve semen parameters (i.e. the numbers on the semen analysis) and there are also new data suggesting that the ability of sperm to fertilize eggs may be altered in men with varicoceles, and this would not be readily apparent on the semen analysis. So, in theory, repairing the varicocele is a good idea, provided that other causes of infertility have been excluded. I have never heard of a multivitamin that increases sperm count. What is in this?? The cure for a varicocele is surgical, but if there is a problem with your DH's hormones, that may be a medical problem (i.e. curable with pills). I definitely think you should ask your urologist to elaborate on this.

Apr 20th, 2008, 08:13 PM	#9
minks Always Shopping Joined: Jul 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 139	Our urologist said that the multivitamin has been known to aid in increasing sperm count. The link is theralogix.com. It was not meant to be a "fix" for the vericose veins.

Apr 20th, 2008, 08:33 PM	#10
urologist Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 599	Hmm---I will ask about it, but I have never heard anyone endorse it. I'll have to see what's in it.