Re: diabetes and sperm count
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 30 Apr 2001 22:28:39 -0500
Long standing diabetes, usually poorly controlled is more associated
with impotence that poor sperm counts and if he is newly diagnosed, it's
not likely to be the cause.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Sat, 28 Apr 2001, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote:
>
>My husband and I are having difficulty concieving. I am wondering if his
>recent diagnosis of type 2 diabetes may be the cause. Does diabetes effect
>sperm health?
>Sharon
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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