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Q: Chances of Finace' Being Fertile...

asked by: JAR81 on November 30th, 2004

Experienced User

My fiance' has a rare case of pituitary/thyroid disease. He only found this out about 2 years ago (he is now 24). He was very underdeveloped physically, no facial or body hair, baby fat around stomache, etc. His testosterone level was extremely lower, I think only like 42, when he found out. Since then he has been taking a pill (dont know name), rubs androgel on his torso area.

He doesnt have a tumor (thats why he's considered a rare case, cause he had such a serious problem, with no tumor or anything).

His Dr. Is pretty sure (he says like 98/99%), that he can't have kids w/out the help of medication. (i think fsh)

im always worried that im gonna get preg. And he gets mad cuz he said there's a good chance that he can't have kids.

Does anyone know if from the little I said above, he may be fertile? He may have some sperm, but not much. He is going to get a sperm test done soon, but I need something to ease my mind now.

Any info. Would be greatly appreciated.

Replies(3)

oopoopoop

replied on December 9th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

From the way you said it, it sounds like you don't want to get pregnant? If that's the case, it is best to be upfront about your concerns, even though it may be a bit sensitive for him. Even if he has a very low sperm count, there is still a chance of getting pregnant. Are you using any form of bc now? This is something you may want to discuss with your own doctor, but if you are marrying this man, you probably have the right to know exactly what the situation is. In the meantime, you should be using condoms at least.

JAR81

replied on December 16th, 2004

Experienced User

I have been on birth control pills for 2 years now, and we do use spermicidal lubricated condoms.

tomz

replied on January 10th, 2005

Experienced User

Do You Want Kids?

Jar81:

it is always possible even if he has a low sperm count.

My thought, do you want children, ever. If he is shown to have difficulty, you may want to plan to begin you family as soon as you can (after you are married).

Especially if he is being prescribed steriods to correct his problem. This may worsen his fertility.

My wife and I appreciate the years alone together, but we could not ever imagine or want to imagine our life with out our son. He added such a new dimension to our lives and our marriage.

I hope this gives you ideas to think about.

Best wishes,

tomz

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