Fertility and the reproductive system - male
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The male reproductive system is involved in sexuality and fertility. It includes the penis, testicles, epididymis, vas deferens and prostate gland. These body parts have a role in semen production and ejaculation.
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- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Age and fertility
Age affects the fertility of both men and women, and is the single biggest factor affecting a woman?s chance to conceive and have a healthy baby.
- Assisted reproductive technology – IVF and ICSI
IVF (in-vitro-fertilization) and ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection) are assisted reproductive treatment (ART) procedures in which fertilisation of an egg occurs outside the body.
- Contraception - choices
Different methods of contraception available in Australia - includes LARC implants and IUDs, injections, contraceptive pills, condoms, diaphragm, vaginal ring, sterilisation, natural and withdrawal.
- Contraception - injections to stop sperm production
Contraceptive injections to stop sperm production are not yet available in Australia, but studies suggest that they may provide a safe, effective and reversible method of contraception in the future.
- Contraception - male (external) condoms
Information about male (external) condoms - includes how to use condoms to reduce your risk of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and pregnancy during sex, how they work and where to get them.
- Contraception - vasectomy
Having a vasectomy does not affect a person's ability to produce sex hormones, enjoy sex or reach orgasm.
- Contraception information translated into community languages
This page shows you where to find translated information about the different methods of contraception (how to prevent getting pregnant) available in Australia
- Egg, sperm and embryo donation
By donating eggs, sperm or embryos, you are giving someone the chance to start their own family.
- Epididymitis
Epididymitis is an infection causing inflammation of the epididymis. All about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications, chronic epididymitis and where to get help.
- Infertility in men
A couple isn't suspected of fertility problems until they have tried and failed to conceive for one year.
- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Androgen deficiency in men
The effects of androgen deficiency depend on how severe the deficiency is, its cause and the age at which the deficiency begins.
- Infertility in men
A couple isn't suspected of fertility problems until they have tried and failed to conceive for one year.
- Prostate cancer - androgen deprivation therapy
One of the treatments for prostate cancer is androgen deprivation therapy (previously called hormone therapy).
- Reproductive system
New life begins when a male sex cell (sperm) fertilises a female egg (ovum) within the female reproductive system.
- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Health checks for men
Men should see their doctor for regular medical check-ups.
- Men's health
A lack of health awareness and an unwillingness to adopt a healthier lifestyle puts men at a health disadvantage.
- Puberty
Adjusting to the many changes that happen around puberty can be difficult for both parents and young people.
- Reproductive system
New life begins when a male sex cell (sperm) fertilises a female egg (ovum) within the female reproductive system.
- Safe sex
Safe sex is sexual contact that doesn't involve the exchange of semen, vaginal fluids or blood between partners.
- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Cosmetic genital surgery - labiaplasty and phalloplasty
Cosmetic genital surgery involves reshaping the labia, vulva or penis to alter their size or shape.
- Diabetes and erectile dysfunction
Men with diabetes are more prone to problems with erectile dysfunction or impotence.
- Erectile dysfunction
Common causes of erectile dysfunction include physical illness, anxiety and too much alcohol.
- Foreskin care
Regular cleaning under the foreskin is essential to prevent infection.
- Peyronie's disease
Peyronie's disease causes abnormal fibrous lumps that make an erect penis curve.
- Premature ejaculation
Premature ejaculation is the most common sexual problem in in the world.
- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Myths and facts about chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmissible infection that is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.
- Non-specific urethritis (NSU)
Non-specific urethritis (NSU) means any inflammation of a man's urethra that is not caused by gonorrhoea.
- Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer can be treated in a variety of ways, so discuss treatment options with your doctor.
- Prostate cancer - androgen deprivation therapy
One of the treatments for prostate cancer is androgen deprivation therapy (previously called hormone therapy).
- Prostate cancer testing
Men with a family history of prostate cancer, or men who have had a raised test result in the past, will benefit most from regular testing.
- Prostate disease
The prostate gland produces fluids that protect and feed sperm cells.
- Prostate gland and urinary problems
Many men experience urinary changes as they age, which may be caused by inflammation or enlargement of the prostate gland.
- Prostatectomy - for cancer
The aim of a radical prostatectomy is to remove the cancer before it spreads to other parts of the body.
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) - for benign prostate disease
Surgery on the prostate gland can have many side effects, including erectile problems and urinary incontinence.
- 9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them
Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert advice to improve your chance of living a long, healthy life.
- Androgen deficiency in men
The effects of androgen deficiency depend on how severe the deficiency is, its cause and the age at which the deficiency begins.
- Contraception - vasectomy
Having a vasectomy does not affect a person's ability to produce sex hormones, enjoy sex or reach orgasm.
- Epididymitis
Epididymitis is an infection causing inflammation of the epididymis. All about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications, chronic epididymitis and where to get help.
- Infertility in men
A couple isn't suspected of fertility problems until they have tried and failed to conceive for one year.
- Myths and facts about chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmissible infection that is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.
- Testicle injuries and conditions
If you injure your testicles, always seek urgent medical advice.
- Testicular cancer
Early diagnosis and treatment can cure almost all cases of testicular cancer.
- Testicular self examination
Men with an increased risk of testicular cancer should regularly examine their testicles for unusual lumps or swellings.
- Undescended testicles
Undescended testicles means that one or both testicles are missing from the scrotum.
Reviewed on: 15-06-2022