Effects of oligospermia on the body

Oligospermia may affect male fertility, and its long-term existence may be accompanied by testicular dysfunction or endocrine disorders. Oligozoospermia is usually caused by factors such as varicocele, reproductive tract infection, abnormal hormone levels, bad living habits, chromosomal defects, etc., and intervention needs to be combined with the specific cause.

1. Decreased fertility

Reduced sperm count will directly reduce the probability of pregnancy, and in severe cases may lead to infertility. If the sperm count per milliliter in semen examination is less than 15 million, it meets the diagnostic criteria for oligozoospermia, and sperm quality needs to be improved through lifestyle improvements or medical treatments.

2. Abnormal testicular function

Long-term oligospermia may reflect testicular spermatogenic dysfunction, which is common in patients with varicocele. Such patients will experience a swollen feeling in the scrotum, and ultrasonography can show dilation of the venous plexus. In severe cases, high spermatic vein ligation is required.

3. Endocrine imbalance

Disorders of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis can lead to insufficient gonadotropin secretion, manifested by reduced testosterone levels and decreased libido. Such patients may require replacement therapy with medications such as Testosterone Undecanoate Soft Capsules.

4. Risk of chronic inflammation

Reproductive system infections such as chronic prostatitis may cause oligospermia, and patients are often accompanied by frequent urination and perineal pain. After diagnosis, you need to use antibiotics such as levofloxacin tablets as directed by your doctor, and use warm water sitz baths to relieve symptoms.

5. Increased psychological pressure

Fertility difficulties may cause emotional problems such as anxiety and depression, and it is recommended to seek counseling through psychological counseling. Both husband and wife should participate in treatment together to avoid the stress of childbirth affecting the marital relationship.

Men with oligospermia should avoid long-term hot spring bathing or wearing tight pants, ensure adequate daily intake of zinc and vitamin E, and eat oysters, nuts and other foods in moderation. Perform aerobic exercise 3-5 times a week and keep your weight within a normal range. If the pregnancy preparation has not been successful for more than 1 year, it is recommended that the couple go to the reproductive medicine department for a systematic examination and choose drug treatment or assisted reproductive technology intervention according to the cause.