Male Factor Matters — Busting the Myths

When couples struggle to conceive, the focus often falls on the woman. But the truth is, male factor infertility contributes to nearly half of all cases. Despite this, many myths and misconceptions still surround men’s role in fertility.

Myth 1: “Infertility is mostly a women’s issue.”

Fact: About 40–50% of infertility cases involve the male partner — either alone or in combination with female factors. Fertility is always a couple’s journey.

Myth 2: “If a man is healthy, his fertility must be fine.”

Fact: Even healthy men can have issues with sperm count, motility (movement), or shape. A simple semen analysis is the best way to know.

Myth 3: “There’s nothing men can do to improve fertility.”

Fact: Lifestyle matters! Things like smoking, alcohol, heat exposure, stress, poor diet, and lack of sleep can all lower sperm quality. Improving health can make a real difference.

Myth 4: “If you can conceive once, male fertility is guaranteed.”

Fact: Sperm health can change over time. Age, medical conditions, and lifestyle factors can affect fertility later on.

The Takeaway

Infertility is not a women’s issue — it’s a couple’s issue. By addressing male health early, couples can save time, money, and stress.

At femcare, we encourage a complete workup that includes both partners. Because every fertility journey is a shared one.

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