When men pay attention, new paths open up.

"We waited and wondered for a long time – until eventually the doubts grew bigger and bigger. With the new year, a simple test brought clarity. The semen analysis revealed that the quality of the sperm was impaired. MY sperm quality. It was pretty hard to see – there, in black and white. Of course, I'm glad that my wife is healthy, but still – oh man, I never would have thought… yes, hoped that it wasn't me. And at the same time, part of me is relieved because finally there are answers and, above all, ways forward."

This is an experience that many men go through – and for many of them, it is a difficult time. They feel powerless when their desire to have children is not immediately fulfilled. Very few of them realise how much they themselves can contribute. Both lifestyle changes and modern medicine offer great opportunities to take targeted countermeasures.

Positive changes are noticeable more quickly than one might think, especially in men who are willing to give up alcohol and nicotine: fertility can increase measurably after just a few months.

In addition, the body benefits from a healthy living environment – and that includes sperm. What is good for fertility?

Regular exercise
Healthy body weight
Balanced diet
Less stress
Sufficient sleep

If, despite lifestyle optimisation, the semen analysis results are poor and fertility treatment is necessary, we offer numerous modern options that can lead to the desired child – individually tailored and medically precise. In the next article Gregor Weiß will provide information about our diagnostic and therapeutic methods, such as: