OK, I just posted a research abstract that showed men that do not experience herpes symptoms may still have it in their semen, and that it negatively affects motility and morphology, thus causing infertility and poor IVF results.  The herpes was interestingly more present in the semen in the winter months (study was done in Russia).  With this information, it makes sense that all mens sperm that has lowered parameters should get their semen checked for herpes simplex virus,...and really give it the boy scout try to conceive in summer months!

 The findings lead to the conclusion that HSV is one of the factors for male infertility and can negatively affect the results of assisted reproductive technologies.

CONCLUSION: Acupuncture point and frequency-specific effects of abdominal EA on Testicular Blood Flow are shown in humans. This shows a trend toward acupuncture being effective in the clinical treatment of infertile men.

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1. Are there reputable studies that show the efficacy of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine in the treatment of male infertility?

2. In respect to the recent decline in male fertility, how much of an issue are toxins in our environment (i.e. phthalates, scented items, pollution, pesticides, xenoestrogens, etc)?