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• Myths vs. Facts: Debunking Common Misconceptions about Sperm Donation

  Posted on June 1, 2023

  If you’re planning to donate sperm, know that it’s a generous act, allowing others to become parents. While the media may make it seem like you simply walk …

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• Donor-Conceived Individuals and Mental Health: Understanding the Unique Challenges They May Face

  Posted on May 1, 2023

  Sperm donation has made it possible for countless individuals and couples to realize their dreams of having a child. However, there is growing concern about …

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• National Infertility Awareness Week: What Men Should Know About Infertility

  Category: Male Infertility | Posted on April 19, 2023

  Male infertility is commonly overlooked. In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW), Male Fertility and Sexual Medicine Specialists would like to …

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• What Men Should Know About Testicular Cancer

  Posted on April 1, 2023

  Despite the many advances, cancer remains a leading healthcare concern, including testicular cancer. Fortunately, testicular cancer is highly treatable, even …

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• What is Male Hormone Replacement Therapy?

  Category: Male Health | Posted on March 29, 2023

  Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is used for people with low testosterone levels from various causes. Testosterone levels can decline for various …

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• Infertility Care Services at the Fertility Center of California

  Posted on March 1, 2023

  One in every six heterosexual couples trying to conceive is impacted by infertility, and at least half the time, a male factor is a contributing cause. While …

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• How Does Diabetes Affect Male Fertility?

  Category: Male Infertility | Posted on February 28, 2023

  According to a recent study, in the three months before conception, men taking metformin, a popular drug for type 2 diabetes, experienced a 40% higher risk of …

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• Is it Easy to Become a Sperm Donor?

  Posted on February 1, 2023

  As Hollywood would have you believe, donating sperm is simple and quick. But in reality, sperm donation is a lengthy, involved process, with strict medical …

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• A Few Surprising Facts About Male Fertility

  Posted on January 1, 2023

  When going through fertility treatment, men and their partners need to know they’re ready and able to conceive. About 15% of US couples have trouble …

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• Common Reasons Men Freeze Their Sperm

  Posted on December 1, 2022

  For 70 years, freezing sperm, also known as sperm banking or cryopreservation, has allowed many individuals and couples to safely and effectively enhance their …

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