Episode 175--Father's Day and Men's Health

 

Hello, and welcome to episode 175 of the Childless Not by Choice Podcast. My name is Civilla Morgan. My mission is to recognize and speak to childless women and men not by choice worldwide, reminding us that we can live joyful, relevant, and fulfilled lives, childless by choice.  

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What is today’s show about?

Father’s Day and Men’s Health

 

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Body of episode:

• FATHER’S DAY 

• MEN’S HEALTH 

So, well before President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis, I had planned on discussing men’s health for this year’s Father’s Day episode. In particular, I wanted to discuss causes of male childlessness, such as Azoospermia. 

I’ve decided to put links in the show notes in regards to Azoospermia. Please check out the links for further information. 

The basic definition of Azoospermia per The Cleveland Clinic website is:

 

‘Azoospermia means there’s no sperm in your ejaculate. Its causes include a blockage along the reproductive tract, hormonal problems, ejaculation problems or issues with testicular structure or function. Many causes are treatable. For other causes, it may be possible to retrieve live sperm to be used in assisted reproductive techniques like IVF.‘ 

 

As I think back through my episodes, I don’t believe I’ve ever discussed men’s health, or medical reasons men may be childless. 

We’ve discussed fibroids, PCOS, endometriosis, adenomyosis, miscarriage, running out of time, aka the biological clock, MRKH, etc. 

But I’ve never gone into much detail regarding issues surrounding the causes of childlessness in men. 

 

I have had the great opportunity to interview several men about their experiences with childlessness, including how they have dealt with it. I will put links in the show notes on interviews I have conducted over the years with these wonderful men. Be sure to take a listen! 

 

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