Ureaplasma in Men: Impact on Fertility and Health

Question
My wife has ureaplasma and I seem to be the one to blame for it. Therefore, I have ureaplasma too. Does it effect my fertility as well as my wife's?
Thank You in advance.

Answer
Hello Roko,

Ureaplasma is not a sexually transmitted disease and, except for infertility, is of no consequence.  It can affect sperm survival and that is the reason why we test for it.

Sincerely,

Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com

Monterey, California, U.S.A.