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Husband has j pouch, no small intestine, ilyostomy, should he check for sperm count? we are ttc. or not affected?

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Dr. Martin Wolff answered

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J pouch: While having a j pouch has been shown to affect fertility in women, it should not be a problem for your husband. It should be noted that there is a slightly increased rate of impotence and ejaculatory dysfunction after pouch surgery.

Dr Lin agreed

Answered 3/16/2014

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A member asked:

Husband has j pouch, no small intestine, ilyostomy, should he check for sperm count? we are ttc. or not affected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Wolff answered

Dr Lin agreed

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