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Women often have their own support network with whom it is possible to discuss even difficult issues and emotions. This may, however, not always be the case, or infertility may be a matter which some do not feel like bringing out into the open. Some may deal with the frustration or uncertainty through work or hobbies. Going through infertility treatment offers one the hope to be able to have a child but is, on the other hand, very consuming; will we succeed this time? Is the treatment physically painful? How much longer are we prepared to continue? There is no straightforward answer to these questions. Enduring the uncertainty may be relieved by, for example, reading literature on the subject, or by putting emphasis on other important areas of life. Many men also have a social network but it may be difficult to handle painful matters in this circle. It is not easy to talk about infertility, but nowadays infertility is such a common problem that there may be surprising revelations even within the closest circle of friends when one has the courage to discuss the problem openly. Male infertility is often closely related to questions of masculinity. What kind of a man am I? What is my sperm like? On the other hand, there may be concern over the well-being of the spouse, as most parts of the medical examinations and treatment are usually done to the woman. Participation with appointments and awareness of the fact that the treatment will begin and the situation will move forward often help.
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