LF LOCKER ROOM Despite the condition, Ryan maintained a positive outlook. “In my early twenties, some of my confidence came from knowing I couldn’t have kids. However, other dates ended the moment they’d say: ‘I want biological kids,’” he admits. But for Toby Trice, champion racing driver and ambassador for Fertility Network UK, his infertility experience was quite “There were days feeling low and depressed where it just stripped us of all happiness and motivation” different. He was diagnosed with varicocele, an enlargement of the veins around the testicles, and struggled to conceive a child with his long-term partner. “It was after two rounds of IVF and various other treatments that the focus switched to me,” reveals Toby. “I felt frustrated that it was only now I was discovering what was going on. There were days feeling low and depressed where it just stripped us of all happiness and motivation.” “Male infertility can have a big impact on mental health,” explains Dr Chris. “Fertility issues can leave Toby Trice Ryan Bregante
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