Infertility is defined by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine as when a couple is unsuccessful at conceiving a baby (becoming pregnant) within a one-year period of having regular sexual intercourse without the use of birth control. It may come as a surprise, but infertility actually affects about 15 percent of couples trying to conceive.
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What Can You Do About Elevated PSA Levels?
Your PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. PSA levels are important, as they can be used as a screening testing tool to determine whether a man has prostate cancer. Before, the PSA level test was only used to monitor men who had a history of prostate cancer,
Read MoreWhat Age You Should Start Going to a Urologist?
Did you know there is a whole medical field focused on the health of the urinary system, called urology? Urology focuses on the care of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, the prostate gland, and your reproductive health. Urologists can diagnose, treat, and monitor disorders of the urinary tract and the external genital organs, which can
Read MoreThe Guide to Undescended Testicles
The male reproductive system is a combination of external and internal organs, with the purpose of producing, maintaining, and transporting sperm for reproduction. The sperm is produced in the testicles, then transported through the epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra, and then is ejaculated with the goal being to fertilize an egg. The testes hang
Read MoreVasectomy Reversal Frequently Asked Questions
There are multiple questions that probably come to mind when you decide to reverse your vasectomy. While some people might worry that a question is silly, rest assured that your doctor hears them all the time. Most doctors are more than happy to explain any procedure. Will I Have Pain? On average Dr. Desiderio Avila’s
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