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Dear Pastor,

I need some help but I don't know where to turn. I am a 59-year-old man. My wife is much younger than I. We don't have children together, but I have children from a previous marriage. She is also a mother from a previous relationship. Both of us would like to have a child together. My last child is 27 years old and I have never used a condom.

Since my last child was born I have never got a woman pregnant. I have gone to the doctor and I have done tests which show that my sperm count is low. My testicles are getting very small and I mentioned it to the doctor and he seemed to agree with me. I would hate to waste money, but on the other hand I would like to investigate if any specialists can help to rebuild my sperm count.

You see, my doctor is very young and may not be very sure. She has been telling me about adoption and so on. Can you investigate this matter and advice me?

M.L., Manchester

Dear M.L.,

You have fathered five children and your wife does not have to prove to anyone that she is a woman. You are 59 years old. And although men have impregnated women when they are advanced in age, in my opinion you should be satisfied with what God has blessed you with and live happily with your wife. Of course, that is just my opinion. You see, I am thinking about the expense that you are going to put yourself into and your age. You can invest the money which would help to take care of you as you grow into a ripe old age.

On the other hand, if you are determined to try to get your wife pregnant, you may go back to your doctor and ask her to refer you to a specialist. I do not know of any support groups in Jamaica for couples who are infertile.

However, if you need some information on this subject you may write to The American Fertility Society, Administrative Office, 1608 13th Avenue South, Suite 101, Birmingham, Al 35205, U.S.A.

Pastor