Is Erectile Dysfunction a Sign of Infertility?

madman · Jan 2, 2026

Is erectile dysfunction (ED) a sign of male infertility? Not always — but it can sometimes point to underlying issues that affect both sexual health and fertility. In this video, Dr. Mike Hsieh, a urologist specializing in male reproductive health, and Dr. Jamie Stanhiser, a fertility specialist at Reproductive Partners Fertility Center – San Diego (RPSD), explain the real connection between ED and infertility.

Discover how hormones, blood flow, stress, and lifestyle factors influence both erectile function and sperm health — and when it’s time to talk to a fertility doctor.

What You’ll Learn:

The difference between erectile dysfunction and infertility
How low testosterone or stress can impact fertility
When to see a urologist or reproductive endocrinologist
Treatment options to support male fertility

madman · Jan 2, 2026

Thread 'AUA Guidelines: Diagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men'

Feb 20, 2025

AUA Guidelines: Diagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men

Co-Host: Robert E. Brannigan, MD

Outline:

Segment #1 Topic: New Table 1 Reviewing “Common Terms” in Semen Analysis and Update to the WHO Semen Analysis Reference Ranges

Segment #2 Topic: Update to the WHO Semen Analysis Reference Ranges

Segment #3 Topic: Y Chromosome Microdeletion Testing Change in Testing Guidance

Segment #4 Topic: Pelvic MRI imaging is an option for men with suspected ejaculatory duct obstruction

Segment #5 Topic: For couples with recurrent pregnancy...

madman · Jan 2, 2026

Thread 'Testosterone & Fertility: Novel Techniques in Monitoring & Treating Hypogonadal Fertile Men: SERMs, hCG, rFSH, Aromatase Inhibitors'

Oct 18, 2025

Nelson's Excel kicking facts here!

Dr. Bernie dropping gems!

Something everyone needs to keep in mind here!

* There are very few large RCTs comparing theses strategies in the fertility-seeking hypogonadal male!