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Can an impotent man be fertile?
Infertility, on the other hand, means an inability to produce children. It is thus possible for a totally impotent man to be potentially fertile and artificial insemination can allow such couples to conceive, provided the partner is normal. Most infertile men are perfectly normal in terms of potency.
What are the signs of infertility in males?
Symptoms
- Problems with sexual function — for example, difficulty with ejaculation or small volumes of fluid ejaculated, reduced sexual desire, or difficulty maintaining an erection (erectile dysfunction)
- Pain, swelling or a lump in the testicle area.
- Recurrent respiratory infections.
- Inability to smell.
Can impotence be cured?
In summary. So erectile dysfunction can be cured, but it depends on the cause. Some causes of ED are easier to “cure” than others. But, with the right diagnosis, support, and treatment, it’s possible for ED to go away without the need for ED medications like Viagra (sildenafil) or Cialis (Tadalafil).
How do you test for impotence?
Tests for underlying conditions might include:
- Physical exam. This might include careful examination of your penis and testicles and checking your nerves for sensation.
- Blood tests.
- Urine tests (urinalysis).
- Ultrasound.
- Psychological exam.
Are sterility infertility and impotence the same thing?
While the terms sterility, infertility, and impotence may be intermingled in conversation and thought they are actually three different conditions. One condition is highly treatable but only treated by 10\% of sufferers! The terms infertility, sterility, and erectile dysfunction can be intertwined and confused sometimes with men.
What causes infertility and impotence?
Infertility can be caused due polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), ovarian cysts, endometrial problem, uterine problem and any other menstrual problems. But, impotence is defined as an inability to maintain and preserve an appropriate penile erection during sexual intercourse.
What is impotence and how common is it?
Impotence is the inability to see out intercourse to the end. In looser terms this means that a man is unable to maintain an erection. Impotence, also called erectile dysfunction, is extremely common in males with an estimated 2.3 million men affected in the UK alone.
What are the symptoms of infertility in men?
This is because men dealing with infertility often have other symptoms, such as problems with sexual function, reduced desire, swelling in the scrotum, and trouble ejaculating. If you’re having trouble getting an erection, see your doctor or urologist.