Chennai, India (CU)_ Low sperm count is the most prevalent finding in infertile males, which is caused by a lack of fructose in the sperm as well as congestion in the ejaculatory route. Reduced sperm counts have been a common problem for years, and they can have a major impact on your partner’s chances of becoming pregnant, as well as the health of the growing offspring. In order to conceive, a man should have a good erection and normal ejaculation, a healthy sperm count, and healthy sperm capable of reaching and penetrating the egg.
The majority of infertile males face the issue of low sperm count due to lower production, poor quality seminal fluid, or blockage in the ejaculatory pathway, low sperm motility, low production due to stress, low nutrition, other health problems such as diabetes, thyroid disease, obesity, advanced heart disease, cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation, a poor lifestyle, mental stress, tobacco and alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, or due to work environment being hot humid, such as a tannery. Male fertility decreases as a person ages.
Dr Kshitiz Murdia, CEO and Co-Founder of Indira IVF; Dr Amolkumar Patil, Consultant – Urology and Kidney Transplant Surgery at Apollo Hospitals in Navi Mumbai; and Dr Sumit Mehta, Consultant Urology at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital in Vashi gave some simple useful tips to increase male fertility and sperm count during a media interview on fertility issues. These include the following tips.
Consult your physician on a regular basis: Maintain routine health screenings to discover any underlying condition. A major part of knowing one’s reproductive health may be accomplished by regularly visiting a doctor. This is a precautionary technique that can assist in monitoring one’s health and identifying any issues that may later result in infertility.
Maintain proper genital hygiene: Proper genital hygiene is critical to preventing infection.
Prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and infections (STIs): Test for HPV if you believe you are at risk, get vaccinated against it, follow safe sex, and avoid numerous partners. Some sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including chlamydia and gonorrhoea can result in male infertility. These can be avoided by adopting appropriate preventative steps, such as limiting sexual partners, using protection during intercourse, doing routine STI/Ds testing, and even receiving essential immunization.
Stay away from drugs, smoking, and alcohol: Abstain from alcohol and cigarette usage. While infrequent alcohol drinking is acceptable, excessive consumption might result in reduced sperm production owing to decreasing levels of male hormones such as testosterone, follicle stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone. Smoking, including passive smoking, can also impair sperm motility and cause structural and DNA damage. Hence, abstaining from these behaviors can assist in increasing fertility. Illicit drug usage can have a negative effect on sperm count.
Adopt a healthy lifestyle: Eating well, proper sleep, and routine exercise will maintain your fitness level. A healthy lifestyle might involve consuming a balanced food and maintaining a healthy weight in accordance with BMI guidelines. Physical activity is also suggested on a regular basis. Healthy sperm are produced by a healthy body. A sick body generates no sperm or sperm that is unhealthy. A healthy weight can make a major difference in the general health of sperm, as well as in the volume, concentration, and motility of sperm. Consuming a nutritious diet rich in antioxidants aids in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and sperm quality.
Workplace adjustments: In metropolitan locations, particularly now that individuals are working from home, workers are exposed to greater screen time on their computers. Heated computer systems close to the pelvic area can raise the scrotum’s temperature, resulting in a decrease in sperm count. Hence, tables must be utilized for work-related activities. It is better to avoid high-temperature work environments. Moreover, if your job requires you to operate in high-temperature zones such as furnaces or boilers and you have a fertility problem, try to change your work environment or seek professional assistance. Reduce your exposure to potentially dangerous chemicals. Metals, solvents, pesticides, and non-water-based paints can all have an impact on sperm count, so take essential precautions to avoid direct contact.
Care for your mental health: Avoid job and personal stress. Stress has been shown to boost the secretion of hormones such as glucocorticoids, which results in the decreased production of testosterone and sperm. Therefore, men must prioritize their mental and emotional wellness in order to maintain a normal sperm count. Practice yoga or meditation to relieve stress.
