Having a child is something that most couples take for granted. However, when pregnancy tests fail to show a positive result month after month, it is hard to shake a nagging fear that something might be wrong. Unfortunately, a medical problem may indeed be the culprit for one out of six couples in this country every year. Conception problems that go on over a long period of time can take a serious emotional toll on the individual and on the marriage.

The inability to conceive a child is a problem facing many couples every year. While the woman is usually the first one that doctors look to in diagnosing the underlying medical issue, the problem can also lie with the man. There are a number of reasons for male infertility and many can be treated fairly easily with medication, lifestyle changes or surgery. Unfortunately, doctors don’t always get the chance to diagnose and treat these problems, because men are hesitant to talk to their doctors about the possibility of a problem. Andrology is the study of diseases of the male sex including those of the male productive organs. A doctor specializing in this field may be the best one to make an appointment with.