Among many types of infertility affecting men, immunological infertility is one of the causes. We know about less sperm count, low motility of sperms, and related problems. But what is this immunological infertility? Let’s see-
Immunological infertility mostly affects men. The immune system in men may react to own sperm considering them as some invading cells. Thus, the immunological system severely impedes normal sperm motility, thus impeding normal conception. In rare cases, if a woman suffers from immunological infertility, her vaginal mucus may act as a killer to the entering sperms and thus obstructs normal conception. However it is still unproven.
Symptoms of immunological infertility:
Though no obvious symptoms are present, one should look for any old infective focus in the body. It may not be a frank infection but an old infection that wasn’t treated properly can create such havoc. Therefore, some diagnostic tests including ESR can prove helpful in ruling out infective focus in men.
Can immunological infertility be treated?
Yes, it can be treated by one of the following methods-
1) Steroids: Certain steroids like cortisone and dexamethasone etc can reduce the immunological influence on the body.
2) Antibiotics: especially when a frank infective focus is found, antibiotics work wonders to ward off that infection.
3) ARTs: The assisted reproductive techniques like IUI (Intrauterine insemination), ITI (intratubal insemination), IVF, and GIFT (Gamete intrafallopian transfer) can be performed under expert guidance and in standard fertility centers.
Many fertility centers like Palm Beach Fertility Center offer great payment plans and quality treatment option for such couples!
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Written By: Palm Beach Fertility Center
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