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Dear Patient,

It is with much gratitude towards you, my patient, that I write this letter to let you know I have made the decision to retire as of June 30, 2022. One of my life’s greatest blessings has been serving as your Urologist through the years and I am grateful for our time together. Thank you for being my patient.

I have a close relationship with Dr. John Blankenship, covering our hospitals and personal practices for approximately 5 years. I cannot think of anyone that you could obtain better care and
thoughtful guidance from than Dr. Blankenship. He is a kind and thoughtful person and an exceptional urological surgeon. Dr. Blankenship’s practice is “Urology Group of Athens”, and its
main location is 195 King Ave, Athens, Ga 30606. You can reach his office at (706) 543-6261 to schedule appointments in his Athens or Royston locations. More information can be found at his
website www.urologygroupofathens.com

Moving forward, we are preparing and working diligently to help you transition your care to another physician. Your medical care has always been and will continue to be our primary focus over the next month. To obtain a copy or request transfer of your medical records during this transition please call my office at (706) 543-2718, select option 2 to speak with a receptionist or
leave a message before June 30, 2022. 1 have asked for Dr. Blankenship to be custodian (manager) of your medical records thereafter. Beginning July 1, 2022, if you need assistance with your
medical record, please contact his office at (706) 543-6261. You will need to follow his office’s policy to formally become part of his practice or to transfer to another physician of your choice.

It has been a privilege to know you both professional and personally. I wish you the best in the years to come.

Sincerely,

*

David C Allen, MD

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One-third of all infertility problems are caused by the male partner. Though fertility can be seen as a woman’s issue, it’s vital that both men and women get tested if a couple is struggling to conceive.

A man can be infertile for a number of reasons, including:

• STDs – If chlamydia and gonorrhea are left untreated, they can cause infertility in men.
• Hormonal Imbalances – Hormonal imbalances in the pituitary and thyroid glands can cause infertility. Luckily, hormonal imbalances that cause infertility can be treated with medication.
• Blockages or birth defects – It is possible for men to be born with blockages in the testicles. The blockages can prevent sperm from getting into the semen.
• Retrograde ejaculation – Retrograde ejaculation is a disorder where semen doesn’t come out of the penis during ejaculation. Instead, it enters the bladder. This can be caused by diabetes, medications and bladder surgery. Excessive exercise – Excessive exercise can lead to a man over-producing too many steroid hormones, which affect fertility.
• Heat Exposure – Taking too many hot baths, sitting with a laptop directly on the lap and sitting in a sauna can affect fertility in men. However, most sperm production is repaired shortly after being exposed to heat.
• Drug Use – Drugs, such as marijuana and cocaine can reduce sperm production.

Getting Tested for Infertility

If you and your partner are struggling to conceive, the first thing to do is see a urologist. The urologist will do a physical exam and a semen analysis. If both exams come back normal, the physician will suggest further testing based on what they find appropriate.

Contact Dr. David C. Allen at (706) 543-2718 for information on male infertility.

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In order to treat erectile dysfunction, it is vital that you understand what causes the condition.

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