Post Date December, 03 2023
Abnormal sperm and semen directly lead to a decrease in male sperm treatment, which prevents normal conception and leads to the occurrence of infertility. Data shows that oligospermia, asthenospermia, and azoospermia caused by abnormal sperm and semen play a significant role in male infertility. Timely and careful investigation of the cause and targeted treatment at a reputable hospital is an effective means of treating diseases. So, what are the causes of abnormal male sperm and semen?
According to reproductive experts, the main reasons for abnormal male semen are as follows:
1. Endocrine abnormalities: the normal spermatogenic function of men depends on the normal function of the hypothalamus, pituitary, and gonadal axis. Any link obstacle will affect the spermatogenic function. Other diseases such as thyroid and adrenal gland diseases will also affect the function of the gonad, resulting in oligospermia.
2. Cryptorchidism: Data shows that about 30% -60% of patients with unilateral cryptorchidism suffer from infertility, while 50% -100% of patients with bilateral cryptorchidism suffer from infertility. Cryptorchidism accounts for about 9% of patients with oligospermia. In addition to the degeneration of the seminiferous tubules that affects spermatogenesis, the completely descended testicles on the other side of the cryptorchidism may also have varying degrees of damage, possibly due to the impact of anti sperm antibodies produced by the cryptorchidism on normal testicles.
3. Inflammation of the genitourinary system: Inflammation of the genitourinary system directly affects the testicular spermatogenic function, easily leading to the production of anti sperm antibodies in the blood or semen, affecting the acidity and alkalinity of the semen. In addition, pathogens have a direct killing effect on sperm, ultimately leading to a decrease in sperm count.
4. Varicocele: 30% to 40% of male infertility is caused by varicocele. This syndrome is caused by the increase of testicular temperature and toxin accumulation, which affects testicular spermatogenesis, and can cause azoospermia in serious cases. During semen examination, general patients can observe a decrease in sperm count, poor motility, and an increase in abnormal sperm count.
5. Excessive scrotal temperature: The seminiferous tubules in the testicles, which are specifically used to produce sperm, are very sensitive to temperature changes. The appropriate temperature in this area is 2-3 ℃ lower than the human body temperature. Excessive temperature can easily inhibit the survival and maturation of sperm, leading to a decrease in the number of sperm in the semen or a decrease in their motility. Therefore, male friends should wear less tight pants, take less saunas, and avoid electromagnetic radiation and high temperatures.
The above is an introduction to the causes of abnormal male sperm and semen, in order to avoid infertility. Male friends should not only develop good habits in daily life, but also actively detect diseases and seek medical attention from professional doctors in a timely manner, in order to achieve their dream of pregnancy as soon as possible.
(Intern Editor: Cai Junyi)
