Andrology specialists are doctors who treat men's health problems, especially those related to infertility and the reproductive system, including disorders of sexual function in men.
When men have complaints about their reproductive organs and sexual life, men are often confused about which doctor to consult. Consulting a dermatologist and genital specialist may not be appropriate, because dermatologists generally treat genital problems related to surrounding skin disorders and sexually transmitted infections.
To treat male reproductive problems, an andrologist is the right specialist to meet.
The Role of the Andrology Doctor
Andrology is a branch of medicine that studies the structure and function of the male reproductive system. Andrology includes disorders of the genitals and male hormones, sexual disorders, and diseases related to male reproductive health.
Andrologists are competent to perform the following medical procedures:
- Sperm and semen analysis
- Treatments to help the fertilization process and spermatogenesis (the process of forming sperm cells)
- male contraception
- Cryopreservation (the process of freezing sperm cells)
- Erectile dysfunction
- Hormone therapy
- IVF (IVF)
Complaints handled by an Andrologist
Andrologists usually treat patients with the following complaints:
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Causes of infertility in men can be caused by a lack of sperm count, sperm deformity, or slow sperm motility.
Couples who have difficulty conceiving or getting a referral from a gynecologist can consult further with an andrologist regarding male fertility problems.
The andrologist will perform a thorough physical examination, especially on the male reproductive organs. The examination may also be supplemented by hormone testing and sperm analysis. Once the cause of male infertility is known, the doctor will provide appropriate treatment.
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The most common sexual problem experienced by men is premature ejaculation. This condition is characterized by the occurrence of ejaculation before penetration or shortly after penetration.
Another problem or sexual dysfunction in men is erectile dysfunction or impotence, which is not being able to get or maintain an erection during sexual intercourse.
In addition, loss of libido or decreased interest in sex is also often a sexual problem in men. This decreased libido can be caused by psychological problems, such as anxiety and depression; or certain diseases, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
Hypogonadism
This condition occurs when the testes produce only a small amount of male sex hormones. Causes can include autoimmune diseases, genetic disorders, infections, disorders of the liver or kidneys, radiation, and complications of surgery on the male genital organs.
The condition of hypogonadism in men can show symptoms in the form of loss of muscle mass, breast enlargement (gynecomastia), and decreased interest in sex (low libido).
It is necessary to distinguish between the realm of an andrologist and a urologist. Urologists diagnose and treat urinary tract diseases in both men and women. However, urologists can also treat disorders of the male reproductive organs, such as disorders of the penis, prostate, and testes, because the male reproductive organs are connected to the urinary system.
Do not be ashamed to consult an andrologist if you experience complaints about sexual or reproductive health. Your openness to an andrologist can help you get the right treatment.