MANAGEMENT OF OLIGOSPERMIA

OLIGOSPERMIA

Low sperm count (Oligozoospermia) is one of the main causes of male infertility. It is considered that a man has low sperm count when he has less than 20 million spermatozoa per one ml of ejaculate.

Causes of Low Sperm Count

Malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies - deficiency of some nutrients (for example Zinc, Selenium, vitamin C,Testicular injury and disease - injuries that affect the testicles may affect sperm production and cause low sperm count,Problems with sperm production - such problems can be genetic (for example Klinefelter's syndrome) or based on a hormonal disorder ,Overheating - excessive heat from hot baths may decrease sperm production and lower sperm count ,Smoking - smoking cigarettes is known to reduce sperm count and sperm lifespan, Drugs - the use of cocaine and heavy marijuana is known to reduce sperm count by 50%,Excessive alcohol consumption - alcohol is toxic to sperm and may reduce sperm count and quality Environmental toxins, radiation and heavy metals - Obesity - many studies find association between low sperm count and obesity in men ,Stress and excessive physical or mental exertion - these can cause some hormonal changes in the body that can affect sperm count and fertility ,Varicocele – worms like swelling on the scrotum, Bicycling - blood vessels and nerves may be damaged due to the pressure from the bike seats

Tests and Diagnosis of Low Sperm Count

Sperm production is complex - low sperm count can be caused by many factors and should be treated depending on the exact cause. Your doctor will test you and carefully examine your reproductive organs, as part of your examination, you will have to give a semen sample which will be analyzed and the sperm count will be measured. Anything less than 20 million sperm per mls is considered low sperm count. If your sperm count is lower than this number, you may want to consider undergoing a proper treatment.

Treatment for Low Sperm Count

Some commonly used medications and supplements for increasing sperm count are testosterone, certain vitamins, high-protein diets, anti-oxidants, and herbal semen enhancement pills. The effectiveness of most of these has not been clinically tested; yet, there are some quality semen enhancement pills that show significant results in improving both sperm count and quality. In addition to increasing sperm count, Volume Pills provides the following benefits: Improved overall male fertility, improved sperm quality and motility Increased sexual stamina, increased libido and desire for sex, bigger, harder and longer-lasting erections

Prevention

Switch to a healthier, balanced diet, rich in vegetables and whole grains, Exercise regularly. Try to reduce stress, Loose the excess weight. Don't smoke .Reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption. Don't use recreational drugs. Ejaculate less often; maintain a gap of three days between ejaculations. Avoid tight underwear, saunas, hot tubs and anything else that may increase the temperature of the testicles. Maintaining a healthy weight, sticking to a healthy diet, avoiding alcohol, cigarettes, and illegal drugs can all help you get your sperm count back to normal.