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What causes Infertility in Men? The most common reasons for infertility in males are Sperm Disorders, which may include: Functional Defects: Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, retrograde ejaculation Others Factors: Varicocele/hydrocele, undescended testes, working trends, and environment Low Sperm Count: This means there are too few or no spermatozoa in the semen Low Sperm Motility: This means that sperms do not move, as well as malformation of sperms Lifestyle: Spending long hours in the hot tub, tight innerwear, increased alcohol intake, and smoking What causes Infertility in women? Some common problems relating to female infertility may include: Anovulation: Lack of ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary), PCOS Endometriosis: Inability of the fallopian tubes to carry eggs from the ovary to the uterus Other Factors: Fibroid growths, tumors, cervical problems, or irregular uterine shape can keep embryos away from implanting in the uterus Age: Fertility declines with age and even more so after the age of 35. Conception after the age of 45 is rare Lifestyle: Being overweight or underweight, consumption of alcohol, smoking, or having an autoimmune disease