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Hi I Am A Male 29 Years Old. My History
Question: Hi I am a male 29 years old.
My history
UTI infection for a number of years had pain in the anus.
I was 14 went to the doctor but i would say this pain lasted for a good 6 to 7 years.
im scared incase my prostate or SV has taken some damage:
HAEMATOLOGY
HAEMOGLOBIN (g/L) 155 g/L 130 - 170
HCT 0.445 0.37 - 0.50
RED CELL COUNT 5.15 x10^12/L 4.40 - 5.80
MCV 86.4 fL 80 - 99
MCH 30.1 pg 26.0 - 33.5
MCHC (g/L) 348 g/L 300 - 350
RDW * 15.2 11.5 - 15.0
PLATELET COUNT 260 x10^9/L 150 - 400
MPV 11.5 fL 7 - 13
WHITE CELL COUNT 5.64 x10^9/L 3.0 - 10.0
Neutrophils 63.9% 3.60 x10^9/L 2.0 - 7.5
Lymphocytes 29.3% 1.65 x10^9/L 1.2 - 3.65
Monocytes 5.9% 0.33 x10^9/L 0.2 - 1.0
Eosinophils 0.7% 0.04 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.4
Basophils 0.2% 0.01 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.1
ESR 2 mm/hr 1 - 10
My ESR is only 2 and my CRP has reduced to 0.9 this was 20 + when i had pain when i was ejaculating.
BIOCHEMISTRY
C Reactive protein 0.9 mg/L <5.0
in 2016 i seen a lump on my testes which was actually a spermatocele which a ultrasound confirmed. The ultrasound also confirmed a mild hydro.
Upon Inspection my GP at the time ruled out the Hydro had disappeared as well as the Orchitis - which i brought upon my self as i kept reexamining. The pain has since gone.
What my questions are:
Does Sperm cele or Hydrocele effect fertility and its sperm count?
are the normal parameters of the CRP and the ESR indicate that the repro organs are back to normal??
I am due to get married next year and my questions are: Does Hydro or Spermatocele reduce fertility at all? am i normal compared to someone who doesnt have this?
The symptoms i had was a little pain in my anus, and when this elongated it was a painful ejaculation which Ciprofloxacin improved i must have had this slight pain for 7 to 8 years.
Can you please give me a detailed response please - I am worried, also as a urologist have you examined sperm tests with people with a hydro and a spermatocele together?
I await your reply.
My history
UTI infection for a number of years had pain in the anus.
I was 14 went to the doctor but i would say this pain lasted for a good 6 to 7 years.
im scared incase my prostate or SV has taken some damage:
HAEMATOLOGY
HAEMOGLOBIN (g/L) 155 g/L 130 - 170
HCT 0.445 0.37 - 0.50
RED CELL COUNT 5.15 x10^12/L 4.40 - 5.80
MCV 86.4 fL 80 - 99
MCH 30.1 pg 26.0 - 33.5
MCHC (g/L) 348 g/L 300 - 350
RDW * 15.2 11.5 - 15.0
PLATELET COUNT 260 x10^9/L 150 - 400
MPV 11.5 fL 7 - 13
WHITE CELL COUNT 5.64 x10^9/L 3.0 - 10.0
Neutrophils 63.9% 3.60 x10^9/L 2.0 - 7.5
Lymphocytes 29.3% 1.65 x10^9/L 1.2 - 3.65
Monocytes 5.9% 0.33 x10^9/L 0.2 - 1.0
Eosinophils 0.7% 0.04 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.4
Basophils 0.2% 0.01 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.1
ESR 2 mm/hr 1 - 10
My ESR is only 2 and my CRP has reduced to 0.9 this was 20 + when i had pain when i was ejaculating.
BIOCHEMISTRY
C Reactive protein 0.9 mg/L <5.0
in 2016 i seen a lump on my testes which was actually a spermatocele which a ultrasound confirmed. The ultrasound also confirmed a mild hydro.
Upon Inspection my GP at the time ruled out the Hydro had disappeared as well as the Orchitis - which i brought upon my self as i kept reexamining. The pain has since gone.
What my questions are:
Does Sperm cele or Hydrocele effect fertility and its sperm count?
are the normal parameters of the CRP and the ESR indicate that the repro organs are back to normal??
I am due to get married next year and my questions are: Does Hydro or Spermatocele reduce fertility at all? am i normal compared to someone who doesnt have this?
The symptoms i had was a little pain in my anus, and when this elongated it was a painful ejaculation which Ciprofloxacin improved i must have had this slight pain for 7 to 8 years.
Can you please give me a detailed response please - I am worried, also as a urologist have you examined sperm tests with people with a hydro and a spermatocele together?
I await your reply.
Hi I am a male 29 years old.
My history
UTI infection for a number of years had pain in the anus.
I was 14 went to the doctor but i would say this pain lasted for a good 6 to 7 years.
im scared incase my prostate or SV has taken some damage:
HAEMATOLOGY
HAEMOGLOBIN (g/L) 155 g/L 130 - 170
HCT 0.445 0.37 - 0.50
RED CELL COUNT 5.15 x10^12/L 4.40 - 5.80
MCV 86.4 fL 80 - 99
MCH 30.1 pg 26.0 - 33.5
MCHC (g/L) 348 g/L 300 - 350
RDW * 15.2 11.5 - 15.0
PLATELET COUNT 260 x10^9/L 150 - 400
MPV 11.5 fL 7 - 13
WHITE CELL COUNT 5.64 x10^9/L 3.0 - 10.0
Neutrophils 63.9% 3.60 x10^9/L 2.0 - 7.5
Lymphocytes 29.3% 1.65 x10^9/L 1.2 - 3.65
Monocytes 5.9% 0.33 x10^9/L 0.2 - 1.0
Eosinophils 0.7% 0.04 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.4
Basophils 0.2% 0.01 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.1
ESR 2 mm/hr 1 - 10
My ESR is only 2 and my CRP has reduced to 0.9 this was 20 + when i had pain when i was ejaculating.
BIOCHEMISTRY
C Reactive protein 0.9 mg/L <5.0
in 2016 i seen a lump on my testes which was actually a spermatocele which a ultrasound confirmed. The ultrasound also confirmed a mild hydro.
Upon Inspection my GP at the time ruled out the Hydro had disappeared as well as the Orchitis - which i brought upon my self as i kept reexamining. The pain has since gone.
What my questions are:
Does Sperm cele or Hydrocele effect fertility and its sperm count?
are the normal parameters of the CRP and the ESR indicate that the repro organs are back to normal??
I am due to get married next year and my questions are: Does Hydro or Spermatocele reduce fertility at all? am i normal compared to someone who doesnt have this?
The symptoms i had was a little pain in my anus, and when this elongated it was a painful ejaculation which Ciprofloxacin improved i must have had this slight pain for 7 to 8 years.
Can you please give me a detailed response please - I am worried, also as a urologist have you examined sperm tests with people with a hydro and a spermatocele together?
I await your reply.
My history
UTI infection for a number of years had pain in the anus.
I was 14 went to the doctor but i would say this pain lasted for a good 6 to 7 years.
im scared incase my prostate or SV has taken some damage:
HAEMATOLOGY
HAEMOGLOBIN (g/L) 155 g/L 130 - 170
HCT 0.445 0.37 - 0.50
RED CELL COUNT 5.15 x10^12/L 4.40 - 5.80
MCV 86.4 fL 80 - 99
MCH 30.1 pg 26.0 - 33.5
MCHC (g/L) 348 g/L 300 - 350
RDW * 15.2 11.5 - 15.0
PLATELET COUNT 260 x10^9/L 150 - 400
MPV 11.5 fL 7 - 13
WHITE CELL COUNT 5.64 x10^9/L 3.0 - 10.0
Neutrophils 63.9% 3.60 x10^9/L 2.0 - 7.5
Lymphocytes 29.3% 1.65 x10^9/L 1.2 - 3.65
Monocytes 5.9% 0.33 x10^9/L 0.2 - 1.0
Eosinophils 0.7% 0.04 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.4
Basophils 0.2% 0.01 x10^9/L 0.0 - 0.1
ESR 2 mm/hr 1 - 10
My ESR is only 2 and my CRP has reduced to 0.9 this was 20 + when i had pain when i was ejaculating.
BIOCHEMISTRY
C Reactive protein 0.9 mg/L <5.0
in 2016 i seen a lump on my testes which was actually a spermatocele which a ultrasound confirmed. The ultrasound also confirmed a mild hydro.
Upon Inspection my GP at the time ruled out the Hydro had disappeared as well as the Orchitis - which i brought upon my self as i kept reexamining. The pain has since gone.
What my questions are:
Does Sperm cele or Hydrocele effect fertility and its sperm count?
are the normal parameters of the CRP and the ESR indicate that the repro organs are back to normal??
I am due to get married next year and my questions are: Does Hydro or Spermatocele reduce fertility at all? am i normal compared to someone who doesnt have this?
The symptoms i had was a little pain in my anus, and when this elongated it was a painful ejaculation which Ciprofloxacin improved i must have had this slight pain for 7 to 8 years.
Can you please give me a detailed response please - I am worried, also as a urologist have you examined sperm tests with people with a hydro and a spermatocele together?
I await your reply.
also do these cond effect testosterone.
Would the excessive examination of the spermatocele cause damage to any of the tubes? I am in no pain at the moment - and think this may be due tot the anxiety.?
thanks
Can you kindly answer all of my questions.
Would the excessive examination of the spermatocele cause damage to any of the tubes? I am in no pain at the moment - and think this may be due tot the anxiety.?
thanks
Can you kindly answer all of my questions.
also do these cond effect testosterone.
Would the excessive examination of the spermatocele cause damage to any of the tubes? I am in no pain at the moment - and think this may be due tot the anxiety.?
thanks
Can you kindly answer all of my questions.
Would the excessive examination of the spermatocele cause damage to any of the tubes? I am in no pain at the moment - and think this may be due tot the anxiety.?
thanks
Can you kindly answer all of my questions.
Brief Answer:
Spermatocele and hydrocele do not affect fertility
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sunnyk6500,
A hydrocele or spermatocele do not affect fertility. If the spermatocele is relatively large it may lead to a reduced number of sperm cells in you ejaculate, but not in a way that would affect your ability to impregnate a woman. From you describe, it sounds like you have had a case of prostatitis, which is also backed by the good effect of antibiotics. The low ESR and CRP certainly suggest that this is not an issue anymore.
There is nothing to suggest that your testosterone levels are reduced because of this, seeing that this hormone is released into your blood stream from your testicles, thereby bypassing the spermatic cord.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Spermatocele and hydrocele do not affect fertility
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sunnyk6500,
A hydrocele or spermatocele do not affect fertility. If the spermatocele is relatively large it may lead to a reduced number of sperm cells in you ejaculate, but not in a way that would affect your ability to impregnate a woman. From you describe, it sounds like you have had a case of prostatitis, which is also backed by the good effect of antibiotics. The low ESR and CRP certainly suggest that this is not an issue anymore.
There is nothing to suggest that your testosterone levels are reduced because of this, seeing that this hormone is released into your blood stream from your testicles, thereby bypassing the spermatic cord.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Brief Answer:
Spermatocele and hydrocele do not affect fertility
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sunnyk6500,
A hydrocele or spermatocele do not affect fertility. If the spermatocele is relatively large it may lead to a reduced number of sperm cells in you ejaculate, but not in a way that would affect your ability to impregnate a woman. From you describe, it sounds like you have had a case of prostatitis, which is also backed by the good effect of antibiotics. The low ESR and CRP certainly suggest that this is not an issue anymore.
There is nothing to suggest that your testosterone levels are reduced because of this, seeing that this hormone is released into your blood stream from your testicles, thereby bypassing the spermatic cord.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Spermatocele and hydrocele do not affect fertility
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sunnyk6500,
A hydrocele or spermatocele do not affect fertility. If the spermatocele is relatively large it may lead to a reduced number of sperm cells in you ejaculate, but not in a way that would affect your ability to impregnate a woman. From you describe, it sounds like you have had a case of prostatitis, which is also backed by the good effect of antibiotics. The low ESR and CRP certainly suggest that this is not an issue anymore.
There is nothing to suggest that your testosterone levels are reduced because of this, seeing that this hormone is released into your blood stream from your testicles, thereby bypassing the spermatic cord.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
okay.
Dr christenson - Also i have masterbated quite frequently since i was 11 years old. The pain i had lasted several years, would this go on to effect any of the reproductive organs?
I have read online that it takes up to 3 months for Sperm to be produced in the testicles - if i was to go on a detox program for 3 months with abstinence will this dramatically improve my sperm count?
In your clinics have you come across patients with the Scele and the hcele and have you examined Semen reports?
What do you suggest to get into prime health again?
Dr christenson - Also i have masterbated quite frequently since i was 11 years old. The pain i had lasted several years, would this go on to effect any of the reproductive organs?
I have read online that it takes up to 3 months for Sperm to be produced in the testicles - if i was to go on a detox program for 3 months with abstinence will this dramatically improve my sperm count?
In your clinics have you come across patients with the Scele and the hcele and have you examined Semen reports?
What do you suggest to get into prime health again?
okay.
Dr christenson - Also i have masterbated quite frequently since i was 11 years old. The pain i had lasted several years, would this go on to effect any of the reproductive organs?
I have read online that it takes up to 3 months for Sperm to be produced in the testicles - if i was to go on a detox program for 3 months with abstinence will this dramatically improve my sperm count?
In your clinics have you come across patients with the Scele and the hcele and have you examined Semen reports?
What do you suggest to get into prime health again?
Dr christenson - Also i have masterbated quite frequently since i was 11 years old. The pain i had lasted several years, would this go on to effect any of the reproductive organs?
I have read online that it takes up to 3 months for Sperm to be produced in the testicles - if i was to go on a detox program for 3 months with abstinence will this dramatically improve my sperm count?
In your clinics have you come across patients with the Scele and the hcele and have you examined Semen reports?
What do you suggest to get into prime health again?
can you also detail how sperm passage isnt effected by a hydrocele or a Spermatocele - would you say these are very common in men?
would a hydrocele be formed because of the extensive self checking, now the pain has gone from the testes would this mean everything has gone back to normal? I cant see the testes havent changed size to show a proper big hydro
thanks
would a hydrocele be formed because of the extensive self checking, now the pain has gone from the testes would this mean everything has gone back to normal? I cant see the testes havent changed size to show a proper big hydro
thanks
can you also detail how sperm passage isnt effected by a hydrocele or a Spermatocele - would you say these are very common in men?
would a hydrocele be formed because of the extensive self checking, now the pain has gone from the testes would this mean everything has gone back to normal? I cant see the testes havent changed size to show a proper big hydro
thanks
would a hydrocele be formed because of the extensive self checking, now the pain has gone from the testes would this mean everything has gone back to normal? I cant see the testes havent changed size to show a proper big hydro
thanks
Brief Answer:
Please look below for answers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
There is no reason to suspect that your prior issues have affected your fertility in the long run. It is true, that the longer you abstain from ejaculating, the more semen will be "ready" for the next ejaculation, but 3 months is a bit excessive, I believe a week or so would be enough.
I have seen some patients with hydrocele and spermatocele, but I have not examined sperm counts, as this is primarily done in very larges celes and first if the patient suspects (from trial and error) that he cannot impregnate a woman.
The spermatoceles can lead to a mechanical obstruction in the spermatic ducts, but this requires a very large spermatocele to COMPLETELY obstruct the duct, and this is rare. Hydroceles are often idiopathic, i.e. formed without any recognizable cause. In some cases they form as a reaction to epididymitis or orchitis, or, as in most cases, are simply a congenital malformation. They are not caused by self checking, but the absence of pain certainly suggests that the hydrocele is in regression.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Please look below for answers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
There is no reason to suspect that your prior issues have affected your fertility in the long run. It is true, that the longer you abstain from ejaculating, the more semen will be "ready" for the next ejaculation, but 3 months is a bit excessive, I believe a week or so would be enough.
I have seen some patients with hydrocele and spermatocele, but I have not examined sperm counts, as this is primarily done in very larges celes and first if the patient suspects (from trial and error) that he cannot impregnate a woman.
The spermatoceles can lead to a mechanical obstruction in the spermatic ducts, but this requires a very large spermatocele to COMPLETELY obstruct the duct, and this is rare. Hydroceles are often idiopathic, i.e. formed without any recognizable cause. In some cases they form as a reaction to epididymitis or orchitis, or, as in most cases, are simply a congenital malformation. They are not caused by self checking, but the absence of pain certainly suggests that the hydrocele is in regression.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Brief Answer:
Please look below for answers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
There is no reason to suspect that your prior issues have affected your fertility in the long run. It is true, that the longer you abstain from ejaculating, the more semen will be "ready" for the next ejaculation, but 3 months is a bit excessive, I believe a week or so would be enough.
I have seen some patients with hydrocele and spermatocele, but I have not examined sperm counts, as this is primarily done in very larges celes and first if the patient suspects (from trial and error) that he cannot impregnate a woman.
The spermatoceles can lead to a mechanical obstruction in the spermatic ducts, but this requires a very large spermatocele to COMPLETELY obstruct the duct, and this is rare. Hydroceles are often idiopathic, i.e. formed without any recognizable cause. In some cases they form as a reaction to epididymitis or orchitis, or, as in most cases, are simply a congenital malformation. They are not caused by self checking, but the absence of pain certainly suggests that the hydrocele is in regression.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Please look below for answers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
There is no reason to suspect that your prior issues have affected your fertility in the long run. It is true, that the longer you abstain from ejaculating, the more semen will be "ready" for the next ejaculation, but 3 months is a bit excessive, I believe a week or so would be enough.
I have seen some patients with hydrocele and spermatocele, but I have not examined sperm counts, as this is primarily done in very larges celes and first if the patient suspects (from trial and error) that he cannot impregnate a woman.
The spermatoceles can lead to a mechanical obstruction in the spermatic ducts, but this requires a very large spermatocele to COMPLETELY obstruct the duct, and this is rare. Hydroceles are often idiopathic, i.e. formed without any recognizable cause. In some cases they form as a reaction to epididymitis or orchitis, or, as in most cases, are simply a congenital malformation. They are not caused by self checking, but the absence of pain certainly suggests that the hydrocele is in regression.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
thats great.
Can you give me tips to improve F status.
Also thanks for your help. A final q to confirm from your knowledge Scele or a Hcele does not affect fertility - My GP has told me the Hydro has disappeared in the past - is this easy to tell from Examination?
Also would the ultrasound see any damage to epididymis or supporting organs. My Urologist mentioned the sperm cord if i remember correctly but also said i would not need to worry about fertility either. I just worry as im going into marriage as you can imagine - please give me tips.
Also if there was any obstruction - would a ultrasound see any parts tat were damaged? what are your views on home tests. I don't want to test anything so just your view about home tests.
Thanks
Can you give me tips to improve F status.
Also thanks for your help. A final q to confirm from your knowledge Scele or a Hcele does not affect fertility - My GP has told me the Hydro has disappeared in the past - is this easy to tell from Examination?
Also would the ultrasound see any damage to epididymis or supporting organs. My Urologist mentioned the sperm cord if i remember correctly but also said i would not need to worry about fertility either. I just worry as im going into marriage as you can imagine - please give me tips.
Also if there was any obstruction - would a ultrasound see any parts tat were damaged? what are your views on home tests. I don't want to test anything so just your view about home tests.
Thanks
thats great.
Can you give me tips to improve F status.
Also thanks for your help. A final q to confirm from your knowledge Scele or a Hcele does not affect fertility - My GP has told me the Hydro has disappeared in the past - is this easy to tell from Examination?
Also would the ultrasound see any damage to epididymis or supporting organs. My Urologist mentioned the sperm cord if i remember correctly but also said i would not need to worry about fertility either. I just worry as im going into marriage as you can imagine - please give me tips.
Also if there was any obstruction - would a ultrasound see any parts tat were damaged? what are your views on home tests. I don't want to test anything so just your view about home tests.
Thanks
Can you give me tips to improve F status.
Also thanks for your help. A final q to confirm from your knowledge Scele or a Hcele does not affect fertility - My GP has told me the Hydro has disappeared in the past - is this easy to tell from Examination?
Also would the ultrasound see any damage to epididymis or supporting organs. My Urologist mentioned the sperm cord if i remember correctly but also said i would not need to worry about fertility either. I just worry as im going into marriage as you can imagine - please give me tips.
Also if there was any obstruction - would a ultrasound see any parts tat were damaged? what are your views on home tests. I don't want to test anything so just your view about home tests.
Thanks
also - as i keep stressing about this situation - what would the effect of stress be on the production of Spms
also - as i keep stressing about this situation - what would the effect of stress be on the production of Spms
Brief Answer:
Most importantly stop smoking
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The most important tip to improve fertility is to stay away from tobacco! Eat healthy and drink only moderately.
Hydroceles often disappear after some time, and it can be determined from a simple physical examination by your doctor. You can also light a small flashlight behind the testicle; a hydrocele is translucent and enables a semi-objective measure of the size of it, which can be used as a reference for future measurements.
An ultrasound can assess viability of the testes and other reproductive tissues to some extent, but my best advice is a trial and error approach; there is nothing that suggests that your fertility should be reduced in any way.
What kind of home tests do you have in mind? Ultrasound, urinalysis, blood tests, etc.?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Most importantly stop smoking
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The most important tip to improve fertility is to stay away from tobacco! Eat healthy and drink only moderately.
Hydroceles often disappear after some time, and it can be determined from a simple physical examination by your doctor. You can also light a small flashlight behind the testicle; a hydrocele is translucent and enables a semi-objective measure of the size of it, which can be used as a reference for future measurements.
An ultrasound can assess viability of the testes and other reproductive tissues to some extent, but my best advice is a trial and error approach; there is nothing that suggests that your fertility should be reduced in any way.
What kind of home tests do you have in mind? Ultrasound, urinalysis, blood tests, etc.?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Brief Answer:
Most importantly stop smoking
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The most important tip to improve fertility is to stay away from tobacco! Eat healthy and drink only moderately.
Hydroceles often disappear after some time, and it can be determined from a simple physical examination by your doctor. You can also light a small flashlight behind the testicle; a hydrocele is translucent and enables a semi-objective measure of the size of it, which can be used as a reference for future measurements.
An ultrasound can assess viability of the testes and other reproductive tissues to some extent, but my best advice is a trial and error approach; there is nothing that suggests that your fertility should be reduced in any way.
What kind of home tests do you have in mind? Ultrasound, urinalysis, blood tests, etc.?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Most importantly stop smoking
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The most important tip to improve fertility is to stay away from tobacco! Eat healthy and drink only moderately.
Hydroceles often disappear after some time, and it can be determined from a simple physical examination by your doctor. You can also light a small flashlight behind the testicle; a hydrocele is translucent and enables a semi-objective measure of the size of it, which can be used as a reference for future measurements.
An ultrasound can assess viability of the testes and other reproductive tissues to some extent, but my best advice is a trial and error approach; there is nothing that suggests that your fertility should be reduced in any way.
What kind of home tests do you have in mind? Ultrasound, urinalysis, blood tests, etc.?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Ok thank you. I have tried the test which shines the light and didnt see anything light up. Maybe the doctor was correct after examination. it was only a mild hydrocele anyway sir i havent seen it get any bigger in 3 years. so when the flash light is shined from the back will the front light up?
what type of torch would you recommend? like a LED torch in the dark? and the front would shine bright?
When i meant home test i was on about the sperm test.
but hearing your thoughts and experience this is not needed as i dont really want to go down that route.
Also if trying for a baby how many times would you recommend?
In 3 months i have only ever slept around the ovulation day.
how times a week should you have intercourse?
thanks for answering all my queries i am definitely a bit more relaxed.
what type of torch would you recommend? like a LED torch in the dark? and the front would shine bright?
When i meant home test i was on about the sperm test.
but hearing your thoughts and experience this is not needed as i dont really want to go down that route.
Also if trying for a baby how many times would you recommend?
In 3 months i have only ever slept around the ovulation day.
how times a week should you have intercourse?
thanks for answering all my queries i am definitely a bit more relaxed.
Ok thank you. I have tried the test which shines the light and didnt see anything light up. Maybe the doctor was correct after examination. it was only a mild hydrocele anyway sir i havent seen it get any bigger in 3 years. so when the flash light is shined from the back will the front light up?
what type of torch would you recommend? like a LED torch in the dark? and the front would shine bright?
When i meant home test i was on about the sperm test.
but hearing your thoughts and experience this is not needed as i dont really want to go down that route.
Also if trying for a baby how many times would you recommend?
In 3 months i have only ever slept around the ovulation day.
how times a week should you have intercourse?
thanks for answering all my queries i am definitely a bit more relaxed.
what type of torch would you recommend? like a LED torch in the dark? and the front would shine bright?
When i meant home test i was on about the sperm test.
but hearing your thoughts and experience this is not needed as i dont really want to go down that route.
Also if trying for a baby how many times would you recommend?
In 3 months i have only ever slept around the ovulation day.
how times a week should you have intercourse?
thanks for answering all my queries i am definitely a bit more relaxed.
whats scared me is, all those years i didnt get treatment for the mild pain i had in the anus. My CRP went to 20 + thats when i got some antibiotics, my worries were incase this damaged any surrounding tissue? what are your thoughts on that? if this was the case i am guessing the ESR and the crp wouldnt be normal? i know i had orchitis this was because i kept examining the testes. but this disappeared after my urological examination 3 years ago.
whats scared me is, all those years i didnt get treatment for the mild pain i had in the anus. My CRP went to 20 + thats when i got some antibiotics, my worries were incase this damaged any surrounding tissue? what are your thoughts on that? if this was the case i am guessing the ESR and the crp wouldnt be normal? i know i had orchitis this was because i kept examining the testes. but this disappeared after my urological examination 3 years ago.
Brief Answer:
You have nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
A simple small flash light as used for eye examinations should do the trick. And yes, the light shines through the scrotum making the hydrocele visible.
When trying to conceive, I suggest intercourse twice a day during ovulation. In many countries, assisted reproduction is only necessary after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts at getting pregnant.
I do not think that the issue from the past that you mention has affected your fertility. No need for home tests.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
You have nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
A simple small flash light as used for eye examinations should do the trick. And yes, the light shines through the scrotum making the hydrocele visible.
When trying to conceive, I suggest intercourse twice a day during ovulation. In many countries, assisted reproduction is only necessary after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts at getting pregnant.
I do not think that the issue from the past that you mention has affected your fertility. No need for home tests.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
Brief Answer:
You have nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
A simple small flash light as used for eye examinations should do the trick. And yes, the light shines through the scrotum making the hydrocele visible.
When trying to conceive, I suggest intercourse twice a day during ovulation. In many countries, assisted reproduction is only necessary after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts at getting pregnant.
I do not think that the issue from the past that you mention has affected your fertility. No need for home tests.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
You have nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
A simple small flash light as used for eye examinations should do the trick. And yes, the light shines through the scrotum making the hydrocele visible.
When trying to conceive, I suggest intercourse twice a day during ovulation. In many countries, assisted reproduction is only necessary after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts at getting pregnant.
I do not think that the issue from the past that you mention has affected your fertility. No need for home tests.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
Thank you for your advice.
My final question which i have paid the additional fee for.
I did a Spermcheck Fertility test now 3 times.
The first time i did it i didnt follow the intructions properly.
Instead of 6 drops in the sample well i did around 8 or 9 and the test was positive- which showed the sperm was present.
another test i performed i could see a grey line in the C and T line which was very faint - this had turned red slowly. But this showed a pos result. I did spill some of the reagent though by accident - would this effect it? as long as some reagent was there shouldnt really make a difference?
3rd time i did it - there was no Line but this was after 2 to 3 days and the day before i had consumed a large amount of alcohol.
the tests have shown that sperm is present when i ejaculate
it says that levels take 2-3 days to get back to normal how true is this? what are the realibilities of such tests as reviews show that sometimes they are negative and when you go to a lab they are positive.
Can you kindly give me your thoughts on this. Also if i was to take a 3 month detox and absitence and if i ejaculated would all sperms come out or will some still be stored.
I take all your advice on board and just wanted to share my home testing experience.
also all the stress im spending on worrying about this? does this effect my fertility?
i am concentrating on my diet now and getting fruits in my diet. I use to not drink much water but changing this habit as well.
My final question which i have paid the additional fee for.
I did a Spermcheck Fertility test now 3 times.
The first time i did it i didnt follow the intructions properly.
Instead of 6 drops in the sample well i did around 8 or 9 and the test was positive- which showed the sperm was present.
another test i performed i could see a grey line in the C and T line which was very faint - this had turned red slowly. But this showed a pos result. I did spill some of the reagent though by accident - would this effect it? as long as some reagent was there shouldnt really make a difference?
3rd time i did it - there was no Line but this was after 2 to 3 days and the day before i had consumed a large amount of alcohol.
the tests have shown that sperm is present when i ejaculate
it says that levels take 2-3 days to get back to normal how true is this? what are the realibilities of such tests as reviews show that sometimes they are negative and when you go to a lab they are positive.
Can you kindly give me your thoughts on this. Also if i was to take a 3 month detox and absitence and if i ejaculated would all sperms come out or will some still be stored.
I take all your advice on board and just wanted to share my home testing experience.
also all the stress im spending on worrying about this? does this effect my fertility?
i am concentrating on my diet now and getting fruits in my diet. I use to not drink much water but changing this habit as well.
Thank you for your advice.
My final question which i have paid the additional fee for.
I did a Spermcheck Fertility test now 3 times.
The first time i did it i didnt follow the intructions properly.
Instead of 6 drops in the sample well i did around 8 or 9 and the test was positive- which showed the sperm was present.
another test i performed i could see a grey line in the C and T line which was very faint - this had turned red slowly. But this showed a pos result. I did spill some of the reagent though by accident - would this effect it? as long as some reagent was there shouldnt really make a difference?
3rd time i did it - there was no Line but this was after 2 to 3 days and the day before i had consumed a large amount of alcohol.
the tests have shown that sperm is present when i ejaculate
it says that levels take 2-3 days to get back to normal how true is this? what are the realibilities of such tests as reviews show that sometimes they are negative and when you go to a lab they are positive.
Can you kindly give me your thoughts on this. Also if i was to take a 3 month detox and absitence and if i ejaculated would all sperms come out or will some still be stored.
I take all your advice on board and just wanted to share my home testing experience.
also all the stress im spending on worrying about this? does this effect my fertility?
i am concentrating on my diet now and getting fruits in my diet. I use to not drink much water but changing this habit as well.
My final question which i have paid the additional fee for.
I did a Spermcheck Fertility test now 3 times.
The first time i did it i didnt follow the intructions properly.
Instead of 6 drops in the sample well i did around 8 or 9 and the test was positive- which showed the sperm was present.
another test i performed i could see a grey line in the C and T line which was very faint - this had turned red slowly. But this showed a pos result. I did spill some of the reagent though by accident - would this effect it? as long as some reagent was there shouldnt really make a difference?
3rd time i did it - there was no Line but this was after 2 to 3 days and the day before i had consumed a large amount of alcohol.
the tests have shown that sperm is present when i ejaculate
it says that levels take 2-3 days to get back to normal how true is this? what are the realibilities of such tests as reviews show that sometimes they are negative and when you go to a lab they are positive.
Can you kindly give me your thoughts on this. Also if i was to take a 3 month detox and absitence and if i ejaculated would all sperms come out or will some still be stored.
I take all your advice on board and just wanted to share my home testing experience.
also all the stress im spending on worrying about this? does this effect my fertility?
i am concentrating on my diet now and getting fruits in my diet. I use to not drink much water but changing this habit as well.
also i was thinking of getting a Prostate test done and all of the fert hormone tests like testorerone etc FSH for piece of mind.
is there anything you recommend thanks
is there anything you recommend thanks
also i was thinking of getting a Prostate test done and all of the fert hormone tests like testorerone etc FSH for piece of mind.
is there anything you recommend thanks
is there anything you recommend thanks
Brief Answer:
This really underscores the problem with most home tests
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The tests you tried probably have low predictive value, as indicated by the varying results. The best way to test it is really by going through your own doctor for a test that is send to an authorized lab. Abstinence for three months will not hurt, but it seems excessive to me. The number of sperm cells in an ejaculate is probably fairly constant, and being abstinent for three months probably won't increase the number greatly. Stress might affect your ability to get an erection, but it will not affect sperm counts. It is always a good idea to eat healthy and drink plenty of water, so keep that up!
In my opinion there is no need for prostate tests or hormone levels, as these are only surrogate measures of fertility. I hope that I can bring you some peace of mind by saying that your fertility almost certainly is comparable to that of other men your age. Only if you do not succeed in impregnating a woman by vigorous attempts over 12 months time can you consider further diagnostics. All else will bring unnecessary concerns from tests with results that are probably insignificant.
I hope that you will write me back if you have further questions or comments.
This really underscores the problem with most home tests
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The tests you tried probably have low predictive value, as indicated by the varying results. The best way to test it is really by going through your own doctor for a test that is send to an authorized lab. Abstinence for three months will not hurt, but it seems excessive to me. The number of sperm cells in an ejaculate is probably fairly constant, and being abstinent for three months probably won't increase the number greatly. Stress might affect your ability to get an erection, but it will not affect sperm counts. It is always a good idea to eat healthy and drink plenty of water, so keep that up!
In my opinion there is no need for prostate tests or hormone levels, as these are only surrogate measures of fertility. I hope that I can bring you some peace of mind by saying that your fertility almost certainly is comparable to that of other men your age. Only if you do not succeed in impregnating a woman by vigorous attempts over 12 months time can you consider further diagnostics. All else will bring unnecessary concerns from tests with results that are probably insignificant.
I hope that you will write me back if you have further questions or comments.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Brief Answer:
This really underscores the problem with most home tests
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The tests you tried probably have low predictive value, as indicated by the varying results. The best way to test it is really by going through your own doctor for a test that is send to an authorized lab. Abstinence for three months will not hurt, but it seems excessive to me. The number of sperm cells in an ejaculate is probably fairly constant, and being abstinent for three months probably won't increase the number greatly. Stress might affect your ability to get an erection, but it will not affect sperm counts. It is always a good idea to eat healthy and drink plenty of water, so keep that up!
In my opinion there is no need for prostate tests or hormone levels, as these are only surrogate measures of fertility. I hope that I can bring you some peace of mind by saying that your fertility almost certainly is comparable to that of other men your age. Only if you do not succeed in impregnating a woman by vigorous attempts over 12 months time can you consider further diagnostics. All else will bring unnecessary concerns from tests with results that are probably insignificant.
I hope that you will write me back if you have further questions or comments.
This really underscores the problem with most home tests
Detailed Answer:
Hi again Sunnyk6500,
The tests you tried probably have low predictive value, as indicated by the varying results. The best way to test it is really by going through your own doctor for a test that is send to an authorized lab. Abstinence for three months will not hurt, but it seems excessive to me. The number of sperm cells in an ejaculate is probably fairly constant, and being abstinent for three months probably won't increase the number greatly. Stress might affect your ability to get an erection, but it will not affect sperm counts. It is always a good idea to eat healthy and drink plenty of water, so keep that up!
In my opinion there is no need for prostate tests or hormone levels, as these are only surrogate measures of fertility. I hope that I can bring you some peace of mind by saying that your fertility almost certainly is comparable to that of other men your age. Only if you do not succeed in impregnating a woman by vigorous attempts over 12 months time can you consider further diagnostics. All else will bring unnecessary concerns from tests with results that are probably insignificant.
I hope that you will write me back if you have further questions or comments.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
what do you mean by low predictive value?
ok - so the question here is how can i increase sperm counts naturally?
as you said the absitence wont increase by much.
so from your experience you think i have nothing to worry about and should just focus on getting back into the gym and eating healthy and enjoy everythignt the way i am doing.
thanks and happy new year
ok - so the question here is how can i increase sperm counts naturally?
as you said the absitence wont increase by much.
so from your experience you think i have nothing to worry about and should just focus on getting back into the gym and eating healthy and enjoy everythignt the way i am doing.
thanks and happy new year
what do you mean by low predictive value?
ok - so the question here is how can i increase sperm counts naturally?
as you said the absitence wont increase by much.
so from your experience you think i have nothing to worry about and should just focus on getting back into the gym and eating healthy and enjoy everythignt the way i am doing.
thanks and happy new year
ok - so the question here is how can i increase sperm counts naturally?
as you said the absitence wont increase by much.
so from your experience you think i have nothing to worry about and should just focus on getting back into the gym and eating healthy and enjoy everythignt the way i am doing.
thanks and happy new year
https://www.boots.com/spermcheck-male-fertility-test-0000
thats what i used. It has mixed reviews online
thats what i used. It has mixed reviews online
https://www.boots.com/spermcheck-male-fertility-test-0000
thats what i used. It has mixed reviews online
thats what i used. It has mixed reviews online
i just worry because of the excessive M i have been doing all these years. As in what if the body doesnt replenish as quickly thats why i am onabout absitence to get levels back to normal with a full cycle taking up to 74 days
i just worry because of the excessive M i have been doing all these years. As in what if the body doesnt replenish as quickly thats why i am onabout absitence to get levels back to normal with a full cycle taking up to 74 days
Brief Answer:
You are in perfect health!
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
I would definitely say that you have nothing to worry about. Start on the very reasonable life style changes you mentioned, and that is all you can do.
A low predictive value means that there is a high risk of the test being inaccurate, i.e. you may have a low sperm count in reality while the test shows your sperm count is high, and vice versa. This is in line with your own experience and the reviews on the website you sent a link to.
There is no reason to fear that masturbation has affected your sperm count or fertility altogether, your testicles will replenish in no time, regardless of the frequency of masturbation.
Happy New Year to you.
You are in perfect health!
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
I would definitely say that you have nothing to worry about. Start on the very reasonable life style changes you mentioned, and that is all you can do.
A low predictive value means that there is a high risk of the test being inaccurate, i.e. you may have a low sperm count in reality while the test shows your sperm count is high, and vice versa. This is in line with your own experience and the reviews on the website you sent a link to.
There is no reason to fear that masturbation has affected your sperm count or fertility altogether, your testicles will replenish in no time, regardless of the frequency of masturbation.
Happy New Year to you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Brief Answer:
You are in perfect health!
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
I would definitely say that you have nothing to worry about. Start on the very reasonable life style changes you mentioned, and that is all you can do.
A low predictive value means that there is a high risk of the test being inaccurate, i.e. you may have a low sperm count in reality while the test shows your sperm count is high, and vice versa. This is in line with your own experience and the reviews on the website you sent a link to.
There is no reason to fear that masturbation has affected your sperm count or fertility altogether, your testicles will replenish in no time, regardless of the frequency of masturbation.
Happy New Year to you.
You are in perfect health!
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
I would definitely say that you have nothing to worry about. Start on the very reasonable life style changes you mentioned, and that is all you can do.
A low predictive value means that there is a high risk of the test being inaccurate, i.e. you may have a low sperm count in reality while the test shows your sperm count is high, and vice versa. This is in line with your own experience and the reviews on the website you sent a link to.
There is no reason to fear that masturbation has affected your sperm count or fertility altogether, your testicles will replenish in no time, regardless of the frequency of masturbation.
Happy New Year to you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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