Who is an Andrologist?

1. Who is an Andrologist? Andrology is the branch of medicine that deals specifically with male infertility and sexual health problems. An andrologist is a doctor who specifically specializes in the medical domain of male reproductive health. While urologists may be able to help patients to some extent with male fertility issues, urology doctors focus more on treating urinary problems and problems of the prostate. An andrology doctor however specializes only in the medical and surgical management of male infertility and sexual dysfunction that can lead to fertility problems. Today male factor infertility issues are on the rise and its becoming increasingly difficult in solving complex male reproductive health issues. With an estimated 7% of the overall male population suffering from fertility problems we know that globally overall male fertility is decreasing. An andrologist usually works full time in a specialized andrology clinic, were dedicated facilities are available for patients seeking male infertility treatments. A good male fertility clinic will usually have all the necessary facilities for performing both semen analysis as professionally managing std issues relevant to fertility. A good andrologist has to also play the role of a sexologist, as patients will come to the clinic with a range of sexual health issues.

2. What is difference between an andrologist and a urologist? An andrologist deals specifically with male fertility and sexual health problems, whereas a urologist deals more with problems associated with urine flow in general. What conditions does an andrologist treat? An andrologist will usually treat the following conditions. These are 1.Low sperm count 2.Low sperm motility 3.Abnormal sperm shape issues 4.Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia (combination of low sperm count, motility and sperm shape problems) 5.Hypogonadotrophic hypogonadism 6.Klinefelters Syndrome 7.Testicular failure 8.Azoospermia 9.Erectile Dysfunction 10.Low libido problems 11.Premature Ejaculation 12.Sexually transmitted diseases like HIV, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, syphilis and hepatitis B Where can I find a good andrologist in Chennai? While there are numerous andrology doctors in Chennai, choosing the right andrologist is essential to get a proper treatment. Do not fall for doctors who are self-proclaimed andrology experts. A good andrologist in Chennai will have had some basic certification or fellowship training in andrology. Sadly, most Chennai based andrology doctors, claim to be andrology experts without even a basic training in the field. Moreover, there are many quack ayurvedic doctors and AYUSH specialists who claim they can treat everything related to male infertility issues. I hope you enjoyed reading this short article on ‘who is an andrologist’. If you are looking for a good andrologist near you. I would recommend you visit our male fertility hospital in Chennai at the address below Dr Shahs Clinic for Male Infertility & Sexual Health No 5, Hindi Prachar Saba Rd, Parthasarathi Puram, T. Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600017 Ph - +919789843856 Website – www.andrologycorner.com Email – drsdk123@gmail.com Timing – Mon to Sat from 9: 00 am to 6: 00 pm Sunday (special OPD) – 10:00 am to 2: 00 pm Google Map link - https://goo.gl/maps/vzEVpkygqXpKqCVDA