Male Infertility Main Causes: A Quick Risk Checklist
In short: Use this checklist to see which male infertility risk factors apply to you. Ticking one or more does not mean you are infertile, but it tells you what to discuss with a doctor. The single most useful test is a semen analysis.
Medical History Checklist
| Do you have... | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Undescended testes as a child | Can affect sperm production |
| Mumps after puberty | Can inflame the testes |
| Groin or testicular surgery or injury | May cause blockage or damage |
| Swelling or heaviness in the scrotum | Possible varicocele |
| Past sexually transmitted infection | May cause blockage |
| Diabetes | Can affect ejaculation and sperm |
| Chemotherapy or radiation | Can reduce sperm production |
Hormone Clues
- Low sex drive or erection problems
- Reduced facial or body hair
- Breast enlargement
- Constant tiredness
Lifestyle and Environment Checklist
- Smoking, naswar or shisha
- Anabolic steroids or testosterone use
- Obesity
- Heat exposure: laptop on lap, hot workplace, hot baths
- Work with pesticides, solvents or heavy metals
- Alcohol or drug use
- Poor sleep and high stress
Tests to Ask Your Doctor About
- Semen analysis (repeat if abnormal)
- Hormones: FSH, LH, testosterone, prolactin
- Scrotal ultrasound
- Genetic tests if count is very low or zero
For a detailed explanation of each cause, read Common causes of male infertility.
Unani history-taking: Unani physicians placed great weight on a patient's history, diet, habits and temperament before treatment, as taught in Ibn Sina's Canon of Medicine. A good checklist like this one follows the same thoughtful approach.
Next steps
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Aksar Pooche Jane Wale Sawal (FAQ)
Mardana infertility ke kya khatray hain?
Bachpan mein testes ka neeche na aana, mumps, chot, varicocele, smoking, steroids, motapa aur garmi.
Kaun se test karwayein?
Semen analysis, hormones (FSH, LH, testosterone, prolactin) aur zaroorat ho to ultrasound.
Note: This checklist is for awareness only and is not a diagnosis.
Sources: Mayo Clinic: Male infertility · Ibn Sina, Al-Qanun fi'l-Tibb