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Q: Viagra and infertility

asked by: DoctorQuestion on May 2nd, 2009

hi my girlfriend & i have have been trying for a baby for 8 months with no luck if i took viagra will it help us have a baby thank you for reading this hope u can help us

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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on May 5th, 2009

Infertility Answer A6499

Viagra does not affect low sperm count and/or the mobility of the spermatozoids. Viagra (generic name: sildenafil) affects the blood vessels of the penis so they can fill with blood and achieve erection more easily.

Most doctors recommend that you try to conceive for at least one year before seeking help for possible infertility. At that time, you might start with a sperm count test (for him), and then, if the sperm count is normal, a visit to the gynecologist (for her).

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