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Men with infertility experience a significant threat to their masculinity, facing psychological pressure and social stigma. Culturally sensitive care and support are crucial for addressing male infertility challenges.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Men's Health
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Male infertility is often overlooked in clinical research and practice.
  • Sociocultural factors significantly influence men's experiences and acceptance of fertility care.
  • Understanding men's perspectives is vital for improving infertility services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences of men with primary infertility.
  • To identify the central struggles faced by men undergoing infertility.
  • To inform culturally sensitive approaches in fertility care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study employing in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 11 men in Iran.
  • Conventional content analysis used for data analysis, adhering to Krippendorff's guidelines.
  • Study followed Lincoln and Guba's criteria for accuracy and COREQ checklist for reporting.

Main Results:

  • A central theme of "threat to masculinity" emerged from the analysis.
  • Six categories detailed the struggle: psychological pressure, frustration, social discomfort, enduring ridicule, tolerating opinions, and concealment.
  • These findings highlight the profound impact of societal expectations on men's infertility journey.

Conclusions:

  • Male infertility poses a significant challenge to men's sense of masculinity.
  • Culturally sensitive care, emotional support, and public awareness are essential to reduce stigma.
  • Enhancing infertility care requires attention to sociocultural factors and patient beliefs.