There is an analysis that many men are embarrassed to take, but which is simply necessary in some situations - a spermogram. Its description is the key to solving many issues, in particular as important as the absence of a couple of children. Therefore, false shame should be left to the stronger sex. Submission of a spermogram, in fact, is no different from blood donation and other tests, and in a civilized society it has long been considered a necessary procedure for a man who cares about his sexual health.
Note that women in infertile families perked up when this type of research appeared in medical practice. After all, it became clear that not only they, but also partners can be to blame for the absence of pregnancy. The latter, by the way, should not take the sad result of the analysis as a sentence - timely identified problems can be successfully treated.
How is a spermogram given up?
Before this analysis, a number of prerequisites must be met. If they are not fulfilled, the description of the spermogram can significantly differ from the real picture. The first and most important thing is to cure infectious diseases of the genitourinary system (chronic ones to be transferred to the stage of remission). Two weeks should pass from the moment of cure. If the patient abuses alcohol and nicotine, uses drugs or, for example, has contact with toxic substances on duty, their effect on the body must be excluded for at least 2 months before the upcoming study. Normal smoking and drinking "on occasion" should not be allowed for a whole week before taking a spermogram. It is also necessary to abstain from sexual activity from 2 to 7 days (if the doctor prescribes a second delivery, then abstinence in both cases should be the same - so the description of the spermogram will be more accurate). Massage of the prostate gland, as well as visits to saunas and baths, must be stopped a week before the test. On the eve of a crucial day, it is necessary to refrain from hard physical work and weight lifting.
The collection process itself is simple: a man is given the opportunity to be left alone to stimulate an erection (for this, many clinics offer men's magazines, and in some places specific films). Sperm is collected in a special container issued by a doctor. After that, the laboratory assistant studies the collected material and compiles a description of the spermogram.
What does sperm talk about?
Actually, there are only two options: the description of the spermogram can either correspond to the norm (then the man can only be congratulated), and not coincide with her. However, down with the panic! Even if some of your indicators turn out to be wrong, do not rush to conclusions. In general, only a doctor can draw conclusions, and it is better to choose a highly qualified specialist who will tell you what you should consider and change before re-submitting sperm. And it should be required. Firstly, you could have prepared incorrectly, secondly, not to treat a certain disease, and finally, thirdly, the laboratory assistant is also a person, and you cannot rule out a banal mistake.
But even in the most extreme case, if you have been given a difficult verdict - infertility, do not despair! Modern science will allow you to have a baby born with IVF, or you can always adopt or adopt a baby who will call you the most beautiful word on earth - “dad”.