Post Date December, 03 2023
Habit 1: Wear pants carefully
Not only do "prospective dads" need attention, but adolescent boys who are developing faster than they should also not be ignored. Don't wear too tight pants, and of course don't wear too tight underwear. Tight pants, synthetic materials, and excessive temperatures have all been shown to affect male reproductive ability. So find a pair of loose cotton boxing shorts! In addition, men should not often wear pure cotton underwear to keep their babies "cool".
Andrologists have explained that in the evolutionary stage of men, the important reason why the testicles are installed in the scrotum and "suspended overseas" is that the temperature of the testicles can be kept lower than the temperature of the body, so that the testicles can work properly.
Under normal circumstances, the temperature of the scrotal region is 33 ℃, 4 ℃ lower than the body temperature! This temperature is the best environment for the growth and development of testicles and for the growth of "tadpoles". Remember, whether at work, at home, or in the driver's seat, prolonged sitting can increase the temperature of the scrotum, which affects sperm production. If you have a job that requires sitting for a long time, take frequent breaks, and try to choose activities that do not require sitting during your leisure time. Especially for office clerks, drivers, and other professions, more attention should be paid.
Habit 2: Say no to saunas and hot baths
Andrologists caution: The optimal temperature for male testicles to produce sperm is around 36 ℃. If this temperature is reached or exceeded, the production of spermatocytes will be inhibited, and the vitality of the already produced sperm will decrease. For men who often take hot baths, especially those who take hot baths above 40 ℃, sperm quality will decrease to varying degrees.
Sauna, steam room, and hot water sitz baths can all increase the temperature of the male scrotum, resulting in the testicle being in a high temperature state for a long time. When the testicular temperature is above 40 ℃ for a long time, sperm vitality will be greatly reduced. Especially for men who have not given birth, attention should be paid to reducing the number and time of hot baths and switching to sitz baths for showers.
Habit 3: Don't drink too much
Alcohol has a strong stimulating effect on spermatogenic cells, which can damage sperm and affect the development of embryos. Prolonged heavy drinking can lead to decreased fertility in men. It has been proven that alcohol can slow down the synthesis of testosterone and affect the normal metabolism of testosterone, resulting in decreased gonadal function, affecting sperm production and semen quality.
Some people in Western countries like to drink too much and often get drunk on Sundays. Babies born during pregnancy after sleeping together at night are called "Sunday babies.". These infants often have weak physiques, stunted development, and even deformities or dementia. Therefore, it is best for men to drink less or even no alcohol during the first two to three months of planned pregnancy to ensure sperm quality. Excessive drinking over a long period of time can also cause impotence or sexual impotence.
Habit 4: Don't take drugs indiscriminately
Modern medicine is increasingly developed, and the application of drugs is very common. Drugs can also produce some adverse reactions while treating diseases. According to clinical observations, many drugs have adverse effects on sperm production and men's sexual function. The extent of its impact depends on a variety of factors, such as the dose of the drug, the length of time taken, and so on. The sensitivity of individuals is also an important reason.
According to clinical research, the following types of drugs have a significant impact on male fertility.
1) Chemical drugs for treating tumors: Clinical observations have confirmed that the vast majority of chemotherapy drugs have side effects that lead to male infertility. "For example, cyclophosphamide can destroy spermatogenic cells in the testis, reducing testicular spermatogenic function. If used during puberty or adolescence, it can cause testicular atrophy.".
2) Anti hypertension drugs: The main side effect of these drugs is to reduce the patient's sexual desire, which can lead to difficulty in ejaculation, or even non ejaculation. Such as methyldopa and acetaminophen can cause diseases such as impotence and difficulty in ejaculation.
3) Sedatives: After the use of barbiturates, decreased libido, impotence, etc. occur.
4) Anesthetics: Studies on drug users have found that smoking opium or heroin can significantly inhibit sexual function, inhibit sperm production, and also cause delayed or no ejaculation, especially after taking heroin.
5) Androgens and Estrogens: Androgens are widely used in the treatment of many male diseases. However, long-term and excessive use of androgens will inhibit the hypothalamus-pituitary-testis axis, resulting in reduced sperm production and infertility. In addition, when using estrogen therapy, long-term and massive use can also cause rapid regression of male sexual desire, ultimately leading to impotence and affecting fertility.
6) Anti gastric acid drugs: The most commonly used drugs include cimetidine (trade name: Taiweimei), ranitidine, etc.
7) Traditional Chinese medicine: Tripterygium wilfordii, camphor, musk, etc.
Habit 5: Be determined to quit smoking
In the impression of most men, smoking is at most closely related to lung cancer, heart disease, and other diseases. However, the nicotine in cigarettes is also a major enemy of sperm production when it destroys our respiratory system. Nicotine in cigarettes can kill sperm, resulting in poor sperm development, an increased proportion of deformed and defective sperm, and even sudden mutations in sperm chromosomes, causing genetic changes.
If you smoke for too long and smoke more than one pack per day, it can directly increase the content of thiocyanate in semen, thereby inhibiting sperm activity.
The survey found that the longer the age of smoking and the greater the amount of smoking, the fewer the number of sperm, the higher the sperm deformity rate, and the lower the sperm activity. If you are planning to have a healthy baby, it is best to give up the bad habit of smoking three months to six months before planning to conceive.
For men who both smoke and drink, sperm damage is even greater. Men who smoked and drank alcohol had significantly lower sperm counts and motor ability compared to men who had only one hobby.
(Intern Editor: Wu Weijie)
