When a couple is unable to conceive a child, a problem of the couple and not "fault" of either. Women's issues are the most common reasons, but some studies suggest that up to 40% of infertility is caused by one or more reasons originating with the male partner.
For men, the problem can only be a source of sperm. However, it may involve a variety of problems of low sperm count, poor motility or shape / abnormal sperm structure. In many cases the cause sperm problems are idiopathic, with no known reason. Some problems may result from a disease of the past, current drug therapy, personal habits such as drinking and smoking, or varicocele veins. Recommendations for improving things like sperm count is looser clothing around the genitals, eliminating hot baths or hot tubs, giving alcohol and smoking, and stress reduction.
For women, the difficulties are more varied and cover a range of functions and issues within her reproductive system. She may have ovulation problems that are due to problems with the thyroid gland, hormonal imbalance and physical or emotional stress. The cervix may also be a cause for concern, either through narrowing, mucous acid or a literal "sperm allergy". Your uterus can hold cysts, fibroids and polyps, or she may have endometriosis, a condition where tissue inside the uterus, has joined somewhere in the abdomen, possibly blocking or restricting normal function of the fallopian tubes and ovaries.
Even when a couple has taken all the recommended tests, 10% remain infertile, for no known reason. For them, hormonal fertility treatment or in vitro fertilization, may be viable options for having a family.
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