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Re: When should husband's sperm be tested?

From: William D. McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 21 Sep 1999 10:52:50 -0500 (CDT)

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At Mon, 20 Sep 1999, Amalia wrote: >
>My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant with our first child
>for about 6 months now. Because of my age (I'll be 40 in January!)we're
>obviously concerned about our ability to conceive. I have already
>consulted with my ob/gyn and hopefully will be doing an HSG next month.
>My question is, should my husband go through any tests of his own at
>this time as well, or should we do the HSG and then the post-coital
>first? He is 43 and has never had any children. Would appreciate any
>advice. Thanks.

It makes no sense whatsoever to do anything to the woman without testing the male partner first. This is Infertility 101. Certainly, you should not undertake any expensive and/or uncomfortable and/or dangerous proceedures until you are sure he is firing live rounds.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG Clarksville, TN

This is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace consultation and examination by your physician or other health care provider.

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