Hormonal Infertility is Treatment Safe and Effective?
4 weeks ago
My friend has hormonal imbalance affecting testosterone levels, and his doctor recommended medical treatment before attempting assisted reproduction. He is scared about side effects and long-term impact on health. How do doctors usually treat hormonal causes of male infertility, and is the treatment generally safe and effective?
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Hormonal causes of male infertility, such as low testosterone or imbalances in FSH and LH, are often treated with medications like clomiphene citrate, hCG injections, or testosterone therapy in specific cases. These treatments aim to restore natural sperm production. Most hormonal therapies are safe under medical supervision, with routine monitoring of hormone levels and semen analysis. Side effects are usually mild but can include mood changes, acne, or temporary fluid retention. Correcting hormonal issues before attempting assisted reproduction often improves fertility outcomes and may reduce the need for more invasive procedures.
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