LOW SPERM COUNT AND STAPHYLOCCOCUS IN NIGERIA

LOW SPERM COUNT AND STAPHYLOCCOCUS IN NIGERIA


A wonderful looking couple came to our clinic sometime ago. The man and his wife indeed were really looking lovely, he was a very tall and athletic built handsome man , his wife could easily pass for Miss World.
They had been married for more than 10 years with no child [ a case of primary infertility].
After consulting with the two of them, the wife then left to our other departments to conduct some tests. The man now had some free time with me, and decided to open up.
He confessed that before marriage he had successfully impregnated more than 6 ladies [ which all of course underwent abortions]. He also contracted at different times sexually transmitted diseases and others [ of course they were all treated successfully].
When he got married to his wife, they tried having a child for 5 years without success. The wife had undergone many tests in many places that proved she was ok.
He privately did some tests five years ago, and discovered he had very low sperm count and staphylococcus infestation. He had treated it all these years and up till this moment [ however without the knowledge of his wife] was still having low sperm count. He told me he had visited many doctors, native doctors, traditional drug street hawkers, pastors, imam, babalawos and many others privately seeking solution to his problems.
So indeed he knew he was a cause of childlessness in the marriage .

Staphyloccocus infection has being a serious issue in Nigeria as regards infertility and still is . Many unorthodox practitioners have continued to make millions of naira, branding staphylococcus as the only cause of infertility and have continued to give myriads of different concoctions to cure it. Up till today the situation remains the same.
There are many causes of low sperm count, which includes different types of infections [staphylococcus being one].
In this article we are going to look at low sperm count, their causes, diagnosis/tests done to investigate it and some preventions/treatments.


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INFERTILITY
Infertility is the inability of a woman to get pregnant after a period of one year despite regular or normal sexual intercourse with her male partner during ovulation or without family planning.It can also be defined as the inability of a woman to carry pregnancy due to miscarriage. Infertility is also a common case among men. In their own case, it is their inability to impregnate a woman after a year of regular sexual intercourse during a woman’s ovulation.
As incidence of infertility is gradually getting to epidemic level, healthcare providers have fingered sexually transmitted infections as the major cause.Prominent among these infections are gonorrhea, syphilis and staphylococcus.
According to a recent research, infertility is known to be majorly caused by infection which ranges from Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) such as gonorrhea and syphilis. It blocks the passage of the sperm.

Chronic Prostatitis which could also be as a result of Staphylococcus infection causes infertility in men thereby leading to complication like low sperm count (Oligospermia) watery sperm (Necrospermia) zero sperm count (Azoospermia).
Staphylococcus aureus was consistently isolated from the semen cultures of men with Low Sperm Count.

Low sperm count (Oligozoospermia) is one of the main causes of male infertility. It is considered that a man has low sperm count when he has less than 20 million spermatozoa per one ml of ejaculate.
A great number of medical conditions as well as many biologic and environmental factors can cause low sperm count temporarily or permanently. Unfortunately, the reliable treatments for increasing sperm count are not as many.

CAUSES OF LOW SPERM COUNTHere are some of the possible causes of low sperm count:
[1]Absence of sperm or low sperm count may be due to an infection associated with high fever that occurs after puberty. Mumps has long been associated with infertility in a man. Infections like gonorrhea, syphilis and staphylococcus and tuberculosis can destroy the male reproductive tracts and inhibit sperm production or kill sperm cells.
[2]Problems with sperm production - such problems can be genetic (for example Klinefelter's syndrome) or based on a hormonal disorder
[3]Testicular injury and disease - injuries that affect the testicles may affect sperm production and cause low sperm count
[4]Malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies - deficiency of some nutrients (for example Zinc, Selenium, vitamin C, etc.) may also lead to low sperm count
[5]Overheating - excessive heat from saunas, hot tubs, etc. may decrease sperm production and lower sperm count
[6]Smoking - smoking cigarettes may impair male fertility since it is known to reduce sperm count and sperm lifespan
[7]Drugs - the use of cocaine and heavy marijuana is known to reduce sperm count by 50%
[8]Excessive alcohol consumption - alcohol is toxic to sperm and may reduce sperm count and quality
[9]Prescribed medications - many prescription medications are known to reduce sperm count and decrease fertility
[10]Environmental toxins, radiation and heavy metals - a number of environmental factors, such as exposure to toxins or chemicals, can reduce sperm count either by affecting testicular function directly or by affecting the hormone system
[11]Obesity - many studies find association between low sperm count and obesity in men
[12]Stress and excessive physical or mental exertion - these can cause some hormonal changes in the body that can affect sperm count and fertility
[13]Varicocele - A varicocele is a varicose vein in the cord that connects to the testicle. (A varicose vein is one that is abnormally enlarged and twisted.) Varicoceles are found in 15% to 20% of all men and in 25% to 40% of infertile men. A varicocele is a small flaw in the anatomy of a vein. If such a vein exists, surplus blood, and therefore too much heat, gets to the testicles, causing the sperm to die. Every man who has a varicocele is not infertile. However, about 30 percent of men who are infertile have a varicocele. The size of the varicocele seems to have no bearing on sperm count.
Varicoceles can be corrected with a simple surgical procedure or a new nonsurgical technique in which a tiny silicone balloon or coil is inserted into the area to close off the swollen vein, rerouting the blood to other blood vessels.

[14]Bicycling/Motorcycling - blood vessels and nerves may be damaged due to the pressure from the bike seat.
[15]Some jobs can lead to low sperm count- Men who work as painters, decorators and printers are much more likely to have a low sperm count compared with other male professionals, due to their repeated exposure to organic solvents, such as paint thinner and turpentine, new research suggests.


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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
[1] SEMEN ANALYSIS - This is a very simple and important test and should be done early in the evaluation process. Sometimes the test should be done 2, or even 3 times to get an accurate reflection of the numbers and their variation over time. Semen analysis is a test to measure the amount and quality of a man's semen and sperm. Semen is the thick, white, sperm-containing fluid released during ejaculation.
The test is sometimes called a sperm count.
You will need to provide a semen sample. Your health care provider will explain how to collect a sample.
Sample collection may involve masturbation and collecting the sperm into a sterile container. It may also be collected during intercourse by using a special condom supplied by your health care provider.
A laboratory specialist must look at the sample within 2 hours of the collection. The earlier the sample is analyzed, the more reliable the results.

[2] BLOOD TESTS - For most infertile men, the semen analysis is the only test which needs to be done - after all, the only job of a man is to provide sperm to fertilise the egg ! For men with a low sperm count, there is need to do any other tests, such as blood tests for measuring the levels of key reproductive hormones, such as prolactin, FSH, LH and testosterone. For men with azoospermia ( zero sperm count), additional blood tests may be useful . The serum FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) level test is a useful one for assessing testicular function. If the reason for the azoospermia is testicular failure, then this is reflected in a raised FSH level. This is because, in these patients, the testis also fails to produce a hormone called inhibin (which normally suppresses FSH levels to their normal range). A high FSH level is usually diagnostic of primary testicular failure, a condition in which the seminiferous tubules in the testes do not produce sperm normally, because they are damaged.

[3] ULTRASOUND SCAN FOR LOW SPERM COUNT - The use of ultrasonography has become an important component in the evaluation and treatment of male reproductive tract disorders.
Ultrasound scan of the Urinary bladder, prostate, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, testes, epididymis and for varicocoele, spermatocoele and hydrocoele including scrotal hernia are very important .
From the use of color flow Doppler ultrasonography for the assessment of varicoceles to transrectal ultrasonography combined with seminal vesiculography for the evaluation of ejaculatory duct obstruction, ultrasonography has practical clinical applications. The recent advances in diagnostic transrectal ultrasonography for ejaculatory duct obstruction.


TREATMENT FOR LOW SPERM COUNT

The treatment for low sperm count that will be assigned to you will depend on its cause.
However, sometimes the real cause of low sperm count is never found. Additionally, many disorders affecting sperm production cannot be cured at all or do not respond well to treatment.
Yet, this does not mean that you should be reconciled to the problem. There are a lot of things you can do to reduce the risk of low sperm count.
[1]Switch to a healthier, balanced diet, rich in vegetables and whole grains.
[2]Exercise regularly.
[3]Try to reduce stress.
[4]Keep weight off; if you are overweight, lose the excess weight.
[5]Don't smoke
[6]Reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption.
[7]Don't use recreational drugs.
[8]Ejaculate less often; maintain a gap of three days between ejaculations.
[9]Avoid tight underwear, saunas, hot tubs and anything else that may increase the temperature of the testicles.
[10]Maintaining a healthy weight, sticking to a healthy diet, avoiding alcohol, cigarettes, and illegal drugs can all help you get your sperm count back to norm. Add to this healthy lifestyle the proper blend of herbs, vitamins and minerals and you will be able not only to increase your sperm count but also improve sperm quality and motility.


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JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX
WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER WE ARE EXPERTS IN

ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES
[a]Pelvic Scans [Obstetrics and Gynaecology]
TRANSVAGINAL ULTRASOUND SCAN,
FOLLICULOMETRY ULTRASOUND SCAN
[b] General Abdominal Scan --- Liver, Kidneys, Pancreas, Aorta, Bladder, etc...
[c] Small Parts Scans ---- Thyroid, Scrotum & Testes, Eye [Orbits], Breasts, Prostate, etc
[d] Musculoskeletal Scan -- Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip, Knee, Ankle, etc...
[e] Colour Doppler Vascular Scans ------- Blood Vessel Scans--Carotids, DVT, Vascular Studies etc...
[f] 3D/4D Baby Scans
[g] SonoHysterography [SonoHSG]
[h] Chest Ultrasound Scan
[i] Emergency [FAST] Ultrasound Scan
[J]SonoMammography [Breast Ultrasound]
X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES
MAMMOGRAPHY [BREAST XRAY]
ECG SERVICES
FERTILITY SERVICES
LABORATORY SERVICES
[a] DNA Paternity Testing
[b] Clinical Chemistry
[c] Hormonal Profile and Special tests
[d] Hystocytopathology
[e] Blood Group Serology
[f] Microbiology
[g] Parasitology and other Tests
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MALARIA KILLS MOTHER AND CHILD IN NIGERIA

MALARIA KILLS MOTHER AND CHILD IN NIGERIA

Malaria causes miscarriages and stillbirths, and can be fatal to anyone whose defences are impaired because of poor health. But the huge death toll is not the only devastation wreaked by malaria. Recurrent bouts of fever drain a child's ability to learn, cause anaemia and poor growth, make people too ill to work, and earn a good living.

Malaria is an infection of the blood that is carried from person to person by mosquitoes. The disease has been recognized for thousands of years and once was found almost everywhere except in the most northern areas of the world.
Malaria is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites. It is widespread in tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of the Americas, Asia, and Africa. Each year, there are approximately 350–500 million cases of malaria, killing between one and three million people, the majority of whom are young children in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Malaria is caused by a parasite called Plasmodium, which is transmitted via the bites of infected mosquitoes. In the human body, the parasites multiply in the liver, and then infect red blood cells.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of malaria include fever, headache, and vomiting, and usually appear between 10 and 15 days after the mosquito bite. If not treated, malaria can quickly become life-threatening by disrupting the blood supply to vital organs. In many parts of the world, the parasites have developed resistance to a number of malaria medicines.
Symptoms of malaria include
[1]Moderate to severe shaking chills
[2]High fever
[3]Profuse sweating as body temperature falls
[4]General feeling of unease and discomfort (malaise]
[5]Headache
[6]Nausea
[7]Vomiting
[8]Diarrhoea
[9] shivering
[10] arthralgia (joint pain)
[11] anemia (caused by hemolysis)
[12]hemoglobinuria [blood in urine]
[13] retinal damage [eye problems]
[14]convulsions.

The classic symptom of malaria is cyclical occurrence of sudden coldness followed by rigor and then fever and sweating lasting four to six hours, occurring every two days in P. vivax and P. ovale infections, while every three for P. malariae. P. falciparum can have recurrent fever every 36–48 hours or a less pronounced and almost continuous fever. For reasons that are poorly understood, but that may be related to high intracranial pressure, children with malaria frequently exhibit abnormal posturing, a sign indicating severe brain damage.Malaria has been found to cause cognitive impairments, especially in children. It causes widespread anemia during a period of rapid brain development and also direct brain damage. This neurologic damage results from cerebral malaria to which children are more vulnerable.Cerebral malaria is associated with retinal whitening,which may be a useful clinical sign in distinguishing it from other causes of fever.
Severe malaria is almost exclusively caused by P. falciparum infection and usually arises 6–14 days after infection.Consequences of severe malaria include coma and death if untreated—young children and pregnant women are especially vulnerable. Splenomegaly (enlarged spleen), severe headache, cerebral ischemia, hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), hypoglycemia, and hemoglobinuria with renal failure may occur. Renal failure may cause blackwater fever, where hemoglobin from lysed red blood cells leaks into the urine. Severe malaria can progress extremely rapidly and cause death within hours or days. In the most severe cases of the disease fatality rates can exceed 20%, even with intensive care and treatment.

DIAGNOSIS/TESTING
Diagnosis of malaria involves identification of malaria parasite or its antigens/products in the blood of the patient. Although this seems simple, the efficacy of the diagnosis is subject to many factors. The different forms of the four malaria species; the different stages of erythrocytic schizogony; the endemicity of different species; the population movements; the inter-relation between the levels of transmission, immunity, parasitemia, and the symptoms; the problems of recurrent malaria, drug resistance, persisting viable or non-viable parasitemia, and sequestration of the parasites in the deeper tissues; and the use of chemoprophylaxis or even presumptive treatment on the basis of clinical diagnosis can all have a bearing on the identification and interpretation of malaria parasitemia on a diagnostic test.

The diagnosis of malaria is confirmed by blood tests

REMEMBER THIS:
[1] Ask for Malaria Parasite test in all cases of fever and related symptoms and also whenever there is high level of suspicion.
[2] Malaria Parasite test can be done at any time. Do not wait for typical symptoms and signs or for chills.
[3] A negative test DOES NOT rule out malaria. Repeated tests may have to be done in all doubtful cases. Duration of the illness, level of parasitemia, expertise of the technician and the method of examination may all have a bearing on the result of the Malaria Parasite test.

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Regards
Dr. Victor Efughi
Consultant Clinical Specialist Sonographer

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FREE SHOULDER PAINS ULTRASOUND SCAN IN LAGOS NIGERIA

FREE SHOULDER PAINS ULTRASOUND SCAN IN LAGOS NIGERIA

Shoulder pain is an extremely common complaint, and there are many common causes of this problem. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your symptoms so that appropriate treatment can be directed at the cause. If you have shoulder pain, some common causes include:

Bursitis Rotator Cuff Tendonitis:The most common diagnosis in patients with shoulder pain is bursitis or tendonitis of the rotator cuff.

Rotator Cuff Tear:
Rotator cuff tears occur when the tendons of the rotator cuff separate from the bone. Surgery is sometimes necessary for this condition.
Frozen Shoulder:Also called 'adhesive capsuliitis,' this is a common condition that leads to stiffness of the joint. Physical therapy and stretching are extremely important aspects of treatment.
Calcific Tendonitis:Calcific tendonitis is a condition of calcium deposits within a tendon -- most commonly within the rotator cuff tendons. Treatment of calcific tendonitis depends on the extent of symptoms.
Shoulder Instability:Instability is a problem that causes a loose joint. Instability can be caused by a traumatic injury (dislocation), or may be a developed condition.
Shoulder Dislocation:A dislocation is an injury that occurs when the top of the arm bone becomes disconnected from the scapula.
Shoulder Separation:Also called an AC separation, these injuries are the result of a disruption of the acromioclavicular joint. This is a very different injury from a dislocation!
Labral Tear:There are several patterns of a torn labrum and the type of treatment depends on the specific injury.
Arthritis:Shoulder arthritis is less common than knee and hip arthritis, but when severe may require a joint replacement surgery.
Biceps Tendon Rupture:A proximal biceps tendon rupture occurs when the tendon of the biceps muscle ruptures near the joint.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Inability to carry objects or use the arm
Injury that causes deformity of the joint
Shoulder pain that occurs at night or while resting
Shoulder pain that persists beyond a few days
Inability to raise the arm
Swelling or significant bruising around the joint or arm
Signs of an infection, including fever, redness, warmth

SHOULDER ULTRASOUND SCAN
In patients older than 40 years, the main causes of shoulder pain and/or functional deficit are adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder) and impingement and/or rotator cuff disease. Ultrasonography has a proven role in assessing tendons of the rotator cuff.1 This examination is used to identify and classify pathology, and it can help clinicians in making decisions about ongoing management of the condition.
Ultrasonography is well tolerated and cost-effective. Its disadvantages include a long learning curve and reduced sensitivity in patients who are obese or who have severely restricted shoulder movement.

INDICATIONS FOR ULTRASOUND SCANNING OF THE SHOULDER:
1. Suspicion of rotator cuff pathology
a. Full thickness cuff tears
b. Partial thickness tears
c. Tendonitis/tendonosis
d. Calcific Tendonitis
e. Subacromial impingement / bursitis
2. Long Head of Biceps pathology such as tendonitis or tears, subluxation or dislocations.
3. Acromioclavicular Joint pathology such as arthritis, osteolysis and subluxations.
4. Glenohumeral pathologies such as:
a. Glenohumeral arthritis (osteophytes).
b. Glenohumeral effusions.
5. Rarely, labral pathology.
6. Bony lesions such as Hill-Sachs Lesions

TREATMENTS FOR SHOULDER PAIN
The treatment of shoulder pain depends entirely on the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment program. If you are unsure of your diagnosis, or the severity of your condition, you should seek medical advice before beginning any treatment.
Not all treatments listed here are appropriate for every condition, but may be helpful in your situation.
Rest: The first treatment for many common conditions that cause shoulder pain is to rest the joint, and allow the acute inflammation to subside. It is important, however, to use caution when resting the joint, because prolonged immobilization can cause a frozen shoulder.
Ice and Heat Application: Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for shoulder pain.
Stretching: Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of shoulder pain. A good routine should be established
Physical Therapy: Physical therapy is an important aspect of treatment of almost all orthopedic conditions. Physical therapists use different modalities to increase strength, regain mobility, and help return patients to their pre-injury level of activity.
Some specific exercises may help you strengthen the muscles around the joint and relieve some of the pain associated with many conditions.
Anti-Inflammatory Medication: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications, commonly referred to as NSAIDs, are some of the most commonly prescribed medications, especially for patients with shoulder pain caused by problems such as arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Cortisone injections: Cortisone is a powerful medication that treats inflammation, and inflammation is a common problem in patients with shoulder pain. Discuss with your doctor the possible benefits of a cortisone injection for your shoulder pain condition.

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NUMBERS OF PATIENTS PER DAY: Maximum of 2 patients per day

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JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street, Opposite Synagogue Church Busstop, Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos, Nigeria, WestAfrica.

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LUNG CANCER, CHIEF GANI, AND YOU

LUNG CANCER, CHIEF GANI, AND YOU

September, 5, 2009, Vanguard Nigerian Newspaper reads: Fire-eating lawyer and Nigeria’s foremost human rights activist, Chief Ganiyu Oyesola Fawehinmi is dead. The news of the death of the Human Rights crusader hit the Nigerian nation early this morning.
According to some Nigerian medical experts , In the case of Chief Gani Fawehinmi, he was initially undergoing asthma treatment because he was coughing before his condition was eventually diagnosed to be lung cancer. “Since they were treating him for asthma, this did not allow him to go early for definite assessment of his ailment”. Because of the early need for diagnosing lung cancer, people that cough require to be screened to be sure that the cough is not a symptom of lung cancer or even tuberculosis.

LUNG CANCER
Lung cancer remains the greatest killer of all cancer worldwide and its course may be brutally short. According to the WHO, in 2004, 7.4 million people died of cancer worldwide, the greater majority attributed to lung cancer.
The rate of occurrence of lung cancer has been reported to have a striking parallel to the incidence of cigarette smoking in any nation. And a heavy smoker consuming more than 20 cigarettes per day has a 30 to 40 times higher risk of developing the illness.
The risk is increased by early age of commencement of smoking and the duration of smoking. Other identified risk factors include second-hand smoking, air pollution and exposure to chemicals like arsenic, randon gas (radiation) and the notorious asbestos.
THE LUNGS: The lungs are a pair of cone-shaped organs that are situated inside the chest. The lungs bring oxygen into the body and take out carbon dioxide, which is a waste product of the cells of the body. Tubes called bronchi make up the inside of the lungs. Your lungs have an extensive network of blood and lymph vessels. Cancer cells may grow into these vessels and be carried by the blood or lymph and be deposited elsewhere in the body. Cancer can spread from the lungs to almost any site in the body. Most commonly it spreads to the brain, bone, bone marrow and liver. Lung cancer takes many years to develop. It is the second most common cancer in women.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Symptoms that suggest lung cancer include:
[1]dyspnea (shortness of breath)
[2]hemoptysis (coughing up blood)
[3]chronic coughing or change in regular coughing pattern
[4]wheezing
[5]chest pain or pain in the abdomen
[6]cachexia (weight loss), fatigue, and loss of appetite
[7]dysphonia (hoarse voice)
[8]clubbing of the fingernails (uncommon)
[9]dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
[10]If the cancer grows in the airway, it may obstruct airflow, causing breathing difficulties. This can lead to accumulation of secretions behind the blockage, predisposing the patient to pneumonia. Many lung cancers have a rich blood supply. The surface of the cancer may be fragile, leading to bleeding from the cancer into the airway. This blood may subsequently be coughed up.
[11]Depending on the type of tumor, so-called paraneoplastic phenomena may initially attract attention to the disease. In lung cancer, these phenomena may include Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (muscle weakness due to auto-antibodies), hypercalcemia, or syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Tumors in the top (apex) of the lung, known as Pancoast tumors,may invade the local part of the sympathetic nervous system, leading to changed sweating patterns and eye muscle problems (a combination known as Horner's syndrome) as well as muscle weakness in the hands due to invasion of the brachial plexus.
[12]Many of the symptoms of lung cancer (bone pain, fever, and weight loss) are nonspecific; in the elderly, these may be attributed to comorbid illness. In many patients, the cancer has already spread beyond the original site by the time they have symptoms and seek medical attention. Common sites of metastasis include the brain, bone, adrenal glands, contralateral (opposite) lung, liver, pericardium, and kidneys. About 10% of people with lung cancer do not have symptoms at diagnosis; these cancers are incidentally found on routine Chest X-Ray.

DIAGNOSIS/TESTS
Performing a Chest X-Ray is the first step if a patient reports symptoms that may be suggestive of lung cancer. This may reveal an obvious mass, widening of the mediastinum (suggestive of spread to lymph nodes there), atelectasis (collapse), consolidation (pneumonia), or pleural effusion. If there are no radiographic findings but the suspicion is high (such as a heavy smoker with blood-stained sputum), bronchoscopy and/or a CT scan may provide the necessary information. Bronchoscopy or CT-guided biopsy is often used to identify the tumor type.

CHEST X-RAY
A chest x-ray is usually the first test performed to evaluate any concerns based on a careful history and physical. This may show a mass in the lungs or enlarged lymph nodes. Sometimes the chest x-ray is normal, and further tests are needed look for a suspected lung cancer. Even if a mass is found, these are not always cancerous and further studies are needed.

BLOOD TEST
A full blood count is generally taken at the start of any investigation into possible disease, including lung cancer. Changes in the number of red and/or white blood cells help doctors understand if the body is reacting/responding to a disease. Various different naturally occurring substances, such as proteins, antibodies, and the bodies own chemicals may differ from the normal range when cancer is present.
Complete blood count (CBC). This test determines the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets within the blood.

PREVENTION
There's no sure way to prevent lung cancer, but you can reduce your risk if you:
· [1]Don't smoke. If you've never smoked, don't start. Talk to your children about not smoking, so they can understand how to avoid this major risk factor for lung cancer. Many current smokers began smoking in their teens. Begin conversations about the dangers of smoking with your children early, so they know how to react to peer pressure.
· [2]Stop smoking. Stop smoking now. Quitting reduces your risk of lung cancer, even if you've smoked for years. Talk to your doctor about strategies and stop-smoking aids that can help you quit. Options include nicotine replacement products, medications and support groups.
· [3]Avoid secondhand smoke. If you live or work with a smoker, urge him or her to quit. At the very least, ask him or her to smoke outside. Avoid areas where people smoke, such as bars and restaurants, and seek out smoke-free options.
· [4]Test your home for radon. Have the radon levels in your home checked, especially if you live in an area where radon is known to be a problem. High radon levels can be remedied to make your home safer. For information on radon testing, contact your local department of public health or a local chapter of the American Lung Association.
· [5]Avoid carcinogens at work. Take precautions to protect yourself from exposure to toxic chemicals at work. In the United States, your employer must tell you if you're exposed to dangerous chemicals in your workplace. Follow your employer's precautions. For instance, if you're given a face mask for protection, always wear it. Ask your doctor what more you can do to protect yourself at work. Your risk of lung damage from these carcinogens increases if you smoke.
· [6]Eat a diet full of fruits and vegetables. Choose a healthy diet with a variety of fruits and vegetables. Food sources of vitamins and nutrients are best. Avoid taking large doses of vitamins in pill form, as there may be unknown harms. For instance, researchers hoping to reduce the risk of lung cancer in heavy smokers gave them beta carotene supplements. Results showed the supplements actually increased the risk of cancer in smokers.
· [7]Drink alcohol in moderation, if at all. Limit yourself to one drink a day if you're a woman or two drinks a day if you're a man. Anyone age 65 and older should drink no more than one drink a day.
· [8]Exercise. Aim to achieve at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days of the week. Check with your doctor first if you aren't already exercising regularly. Start out slowly and continue adding more activity. Biking, swimming and walking are good choices. Add exercise throughout your day — park farther away from work and walk the rest of the way or take the stairs rather than the elevator.

TREATMENT
Treatment for lung cancer depends on the cancer's specific cell type, how far it has spread, and the patient's performance status. Common treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.




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MALE FACTOR INFERTILITY

MALE FACTOR INFERTILITY

Infertility effects one in every six couples who are trying to conceive. In at least half of all cases of infertility a male factor is a major or contributing cause. This means that about 10% of all men in Nigeria who are attempting to conceive suffer from infertility.Historically, infertility has been considered a women's disease. It is only within the last fifty years that the importance of the male factor contribution to infertility has been recognized. The mistaken notion that infertility is associated with impotence or decreased masculinity may contribute to this fear. The good news is that the rapid research advances in the area of male reproduction have brought about dramatic changes in the ability to both diagnose and treat male infertility. The majority of couples suffering from infertility can now be helped to conceive a child on their own.

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CAUSES

[A] VARICOCOELE
The most common identifiable cause of infertility in men is varicocele. This is a condition of enlarged veins in the scrotum that causes abnormalities in the temperature regulation of the testis. Enzymes that are responsible for both sperm and hormone (testosterone) production have an optimal temperature at which they operate most effectively. If this temperature is elevated by even one degree, sperm and testosterone production are adversely effected.The evidence for the negative effect of varicocele on testicular function in male fertility is now overwhelming. What is less certain, however, is the effect of repairing the varicocele on restoring testicular function.
Results showed the pregnancy rate in couples where men with varicoceles underwent surgery was three times higher than when men did not undergo surgery.

[B] AZOSPERMIA
The second major cause of infertility in men is blockages or obstructions of the male reproductive tract. This is particularly true for men with zero sperm count, a condition called "azoospermia." Men with zero sperm count can be divided into two broad groups:
men who have an obstruction problem or blockage, meaning they are making sperm, but the sperm can't get out, or
men who have a production problem, meaning they are not making sperm, a condition called "non-obstructive " azoospermia’’.Blockage can also be caused by a urinary tract infection or by the sexually transmitted diseases such as staphylococcus, chlamydia and gonorrhea. Bacteria can infect the tiny duct called the "epididymis," which is essentially a swimming school for sperm before they are able to swim to fertilize an egg. Infection of the epididymis can cause scarring and blockage, inhibiting the sperm from leaving the duct to fertilize an egg.

[C] HYPOGONADISM(Low testosterone or Low T)
This is a medical term for a defect of the gonads that results in the underproduction of testosterone. Late-onset hypogonadism (LOH), Andropause or Androgen Decline in the Aging Male (A.D.A.M), is a syndrome caused by a decline in gonadal production of testosterone in males that occurs with aging. This "male menopause" can also cause hypogonadism. However, it occurs for certain men and not for the others.
LOW TESTOSTERONE IN MALE
Effects of low testosterone in men may include: (not all are present in any single individual)
·
Poor libido(Low sexual desire)
Fatigue always tired
Muscle loss/atrophy
Erectile Dysfunction
Increasing abdominal fat
Glucose intolerance (early diabetes)
High Cholesterol /Lipid
Poor sleep
Difficulty concentrating
Memory Loss-difficulty in choosing words in language
Depression
Anxiety
Psychological and relationship problems
Increase size of chest
Hot flashes
Decrease in growth of, or loss of, beard and body hair
Loss of bone mass (osteoporosis)
Irritability
Infertility
Shrinking of the penis and testicles
Decrease in firmness of testicles
Frequent urination (polyuria) without infection/waking at night to urinate
Achy muscles
Night sweats
Dry Skin and/or cracking nails


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[D] LOW SPERM COUNT
Low sperm count (Oligozoospermia) is one of the main causes of male infertility. It is considered that a man has low sperm count when he has less than 20 million spermatozoa per one ml of ejaculate.
A great number of medical conditions as well as many biologic and environmental factors can cause low sperm count temporarily or permanently.

CAUSES OF LOW SPERM COUNT
Here are some of the possible causes of low sperm count:

Problems with sperm production - such problems can be genetic (for example Klinefelter's syndrome) or based on a hormonal disorder
Testicular injury and disease - injuries that affect the testicles may affect sperm production and cause low sperm count
Malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies - deficiency of some nutrients (for example Zinc, Selenium, vitamin C, etc.) may also lead to low sperm count
Overheating - excessive heat from saunas, hot tubs, etc. may decrease sperm production and lower sperm count
Smoking - smoking cigarettes may impair male fertility since it is known to reduce sperm count and sperm lifespan
Drugs - the use of cocaine and heavy marijuana is known to reduce sperm count by 50%
Excessive alcohol consumption - alcohol is toxic to sperm and may reduce sperm count and quality
Prescribed medications - many prescription medications are known to reduce sperm count and decrease fertility
Environmental toxins, radiation and heavy metals - a number of environmental factors, such as exposure to toxins or chemicals, can reduce sperm count either by affecting testicular function directly or by affecting the hormone system
Obesity - many studies find association between low sperm count and obesity in men
Stress and excessive physical or mental exertion - these can cause some hormonal changes in the body that can affect sperm count and fertility
Varicocele - it is not clear how exactly this condition causes infertility in men
Bicycling - blood vessels and nerves may be damaged due to the pressure from the bike seat

[E] Sperm that are abnormally shaped or that don't move correctly

[F] Undescended testicle

[G] Sometimes the cause of male infertility cannot be identified. In these cases, there may be an underlying genetic problem.

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DIAGNOSIS/TESTS
[1] SEMEN ANALYSIS
This is a very simple and important test and should be done early in the evaluation process. Sometimes the test should be done 2, or even 3 times to get an accurate reflection of the numbers and their variation over time.


[2] BLOOD TESTS
For most infertile men, the semen analysis is the only test which needs to be done - after all, the only job of a man is to provide sperm to fertilise the egg ! For men with a low sperm count, there is need to do any other tests, such as blood tests for measuring the levels of key reproductive hormones, such as prolactin, FSH, LH and testosterone.
For men with azoospermia ( zero sperm count), additional blood tests may be useful . The serum FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) level test is a useful one for assessing testicular function. If the reason for the azoospermia is testicular failure, then this is reflected in a raised FSH level. This is because, in these patients, the testis also fails to produce a hormone called inhibin (which normally suppresses FSH levels to their normal range). A high FSH level is usually diagnostic of primary testicular failure, a condition in which the seminiferous tubules in the testes do not produce sperm normally, because they are damaged.

[3] ULTRASOUND SCAN FOR MALE INFERTILITY
The use of ultrasonography has become an important component in the evaluation and treatment of male reproductive tract disorders. From the use of color flow Doppler ultrasonography for the assessment of varicoceles to transrectal ultrasonography combined with seminal vesiculography for the evaluation of ejaculatory duct obstruction, ultrasonography has practical clinical applications. The recent advances in diagnostic transrectal ultrasonography for ejaculatory duct obstruction.


PREVENTING MALE INFERTILITY
Often preventing infertility is much easier and better than treating it! What can you do to reduce the risk of being infertile ? The biggest preventable danger to male fertility is due to uncontrolled sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia which can cause irreparable damage to the reproductive tract . Another important preventable cause of testicular damage in men is uncorrected undescended testes. Undescended testes should be surgically treated at an early age to prevent damage - preferably before the age of 2 years. This requires educating mothers of young boys; and doctors as well. It may also be a good idea to immunise boys against mumps in childhood, thus preventing the ravage which mumps can cause to the testes in later life.

Drugs - including alcohol, cocaine and marijuana - are all poisons. They can reduce sex drive; damage sperm production; and interfere with ovulation - and sometimes this damage is irreparable. Smoking tobacco also affects reproductive function - by depleting egg production; increasing the risk of PID; and lowering sperm counts. Often, the adverse effect is temporary, so that when these are stopped, the harmful effects on reproductive function are likely to be reversed. However, since abstinence is easier than moderation, the best option is not to smoke, drink or use drugs!

Occupational hazards can also decrease sperm counts. Many toxic drugs - including radiation, radioactive materials, anesthetic gases, and industrial chemicals such as lead, the pesticide DBCP and the pharmaceutical solvent ethylene oxide can reduce fertility by imparing sperm production. Intense exposure to heat in the workplace (for example, long-distance truck drivers exposed to engine heat; and men working in furnaces or in bakeries) can cause long-term and even permanent impairment of sperm production. You should be aware of these hazards and may need to control your exposure if fertility is a concern.

Interestingly, many researchers have observed that sperm counts the world over are declining. Whether this is due to exposure to toxic chemicals such as dioxins ( formed as a result of environmental pollution) , which cause disruption of the endocrine system; or to the stresses of modern day life remains unclear.

What can you do to improve your sperm count ?
Stop smoking, drinking or abusing drugs. Most doctors will advise that you take vitamins ( such as Vitamin E, Vitamin C); and others prescribe antioxidants and selenium, though the effect of these on male fertility is still a contentious issue. Traditional advise included taking cold water showers and wearing loose underwear, to help keep the testicular temperature low and “ sperm friendly “, but the results can be unpredictable. Certain drugs ( for example, salazopyrine which is used for treating ulcerative colitis) can suppress sperm counts, so if you are taking prescription medicines, ask your doctor about what their effect on sperm counts is. One simple way of increasing your chances of getting your wife pregnant is to have sex frequently – the more the sperm you deposit, the better your chances of hitting the jackpot !


TREATMENT
Treatment for infertility should first address any underlying medical condition that may be contributing to fertility problems. Drug therapy may be used to treat hypogonadism and other hormonally related conditions. Surgery is used to repair varicoceles and correct any obstructions in the reproductive tract.
If fertility issues remain unresolved, intrauterine insemination (also called artificial insemination) and assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization should be considered.


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JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria, offer comprehensive infertility screening tests for both couples like Transvaginal Scan for uterine and ovarian functions,Ovulation/follicular tracking, HSG to evaluate the fallopian tubes, blood tests for hormone check, semen analysis etc. We also offer a simple assisted reproductive procedure like INTRAUTERINE INSEMINATION [IUI].
For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.


For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact
JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,
Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,
Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos
Postcode: 100265
Nigeria.  

TEL:
08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455


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