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How long after quitting smoking can i see improvement in sperm count and motility? does it really make a difference or im wasting my time and do ivf?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Do IVF: However, quitting smoking will improve your overall health and the sperm count and motility for IVF. Good luck.

Answered 5/27/2014

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