Pre-marital reproductive health check-up for men

This article is professionally consulted by Master, Doctor Nguyen Nhu Thu Truc - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital. Doctor has more than 8 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Reproductive health is the prerequisite for a happy family life. Pre-marital reproductive health screening for men helps assess overall health as well as detect genetic diseases to take measures to prevent transmission between husband and wife and protect future children.

In today's modern life, pre-marital health check is no longer a strange thing for couples preparing to get married. According to statistics of the World Health Organization (WHO), Vietnam is one of the countries with a high infertility rate. Infertility, infertility or birth defects are burdens as well as pain not only for the family. Therefore, a pre-marital reproductive health checkup will contribute to the best preparation for the couple's future.
Preparing knowledge and psychology for married life will minimize worries, understand your situation and avoid infecting each other with sexually transmitted diseases. Besides, it is possible to detect and treat early, if necessary, some diseases that can affect sexual problems, pregnancy, and childbirth later.
Pre-marital reproductive health check-up applies to both husband and wife. For men, reproductive health examination aims to:
Assess male fertility and sexuality. Screening and detection of sexually transmitted diseases. Screening for genetic diseases. Early detection of the cause can lead to infertility and infertility. A men's reproductive health assessment can help doctors decide how best to prepare couples if they have joint health problems, reproductive health problems, or genetic problems. In addition, with a number of advanced pre-marital examination packages at Vinmec International General Hospital, patients will receive the best support and advice:
Advice on fertility and contraception methods (if needed) for couples before getting married. Advice on the best time to give birth and the necessary measures to have a healthy baby for couples planning to have children.

In fact, depending on the level as well as the equipment system of the medical facility, the pre-marital health examination for men will be slightly different in terms of items. But in general, pre-marital health examination includes:
General health examination Reproductive health examination 2.1. General physical examination General physical examination for men usually includes:
Clinical examination: Blood pressure measurement, body mass index measurement Blood test: Blood group, Rh blood group, Complete blood count, Laboratory blood biochemistry (blood sugar, GOT, GPT, Urea, Creatini, Cholesterol, Triglyceride). Urine test Hemolytic disease, congenital anemia Check Hepatitis B Antigen, Hepatitis B Antibody, Hepatitis C Test. Some other sexually transmitted diseases: Syphilis, HIV. Abdominal ultrasound 2.2. Reproductive health check

When going to the doctor, the doctor will do a physical examination of the genitals first, along with an ultrasound of the testicles to evaluate and detect damage or abnormalities if any.
Men will also be given other necessary tests:
Semen test Urethral fluid test Sex hormones Semen test is an extremely important part of male reproductive health examination.
Semenogram test is based on semen sample to assess the quality of sperm, through indicators such as: quantity, motility, shape,... The semen chart helps to evaluate male fertility. In case the husband does not have sperm, it is necessary to conduct other specialized tests such as: quantitative sex hormones, ultrasound of the scrotum...

Pre-marital health check is extremely necessary. Therefore, currently, Vinmec International General Hospital is implementing basic and advanced pre-marital examination packages for couples to take care of their health as well as ensure the most convenience and safety for the couple. when going to the doctor.
Pre-marital examination package at Vinmec includes a full range of services:
Fertility and sexual health assessment, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, screening for genetic diseases, counseling reproductive and contraceptive measures (if necessary) for couples before getting married. Early detection of the cause can lead to infertility and infertility. Advice on the best time to give birth and measures to give birth to healthy and intelligent children for couples preparing to have children.

The advantages of pre-marital health check-up at Vinmec include:
Vinmec Fertility Support Center is the leading modern center in Vietnam, built and applied a treatment process that coordinates comprehensive examination, results Combining both gynecology and obstetrics and gynecology to offer the optimal solution for each customer case Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cells and Gene Technology is located next to Vinmec Fertility Center, convenient for consultation and diagnosis. diagnose genetic diseases. Vinmec Fertility Center's team of highly qualified and experienced specialists is capable of synchronously and comprehensively deploying the most advanced assisted reproductive techniques today. Modern equipment, synchronous with international standard lab. The cleanroom system has been tested and certified to international standards, along with the advanced mini-incubator system, contributing to the success of IVF cycles. Fully guarantee the safety and privacy of customers.