Infertility is a common issue that affects many couples trying to conceive. While it is often thought of as a female problem, it affects men equally.1 Around the world, infe­rtility affects about 13% to 15% of all couples. And for 20% to 30% of case­s, the man is the sole reason.

Over the past five decades, research has revealed a significant decline in sperm concentration by 51.6% and total sperm counts by 62.3%. Studies show that this alarming trend not only impacts men physically but also emotionally.  2  3

Thus, it is important for men to understand the causes of infertility and the available treatment solutions. Let’s delve into the factors influencing male fertility and explore treatment options in this blog.

Causes Of Male Infertility

There are many causes of male infertility including: 4

  • Low sperm production, abnormal sperm function
  • Long-term health issues such as varicocele (swollen veins near testicles), and ejaculation issues
  • Poor lifestyle habits – alcohol intake and smoking

Let’s have a closer look at each of these causes in detail:

1. Sperm Count – What Is Considered Normal?

According to WHO, a healthy sperm count ranges from 15 million to over 200 million sperm per millilitre of semen. 5 But, remember, having a healthy sperm count alone doesn’t determine a man’s ability to have children. Other factors also matter! Sperm motility, morphology and semen volume can cause infertility problems in men too. 6

Blog-sInfertility Problems in Men- What You Need to Know

It’s important to note that an abnormal result in one test does not always mean a man is infertile. On the other hand, some men with normal semen test results may have trouble having babies. That’s why it is important to get a complete semen analysis done to know your current fertility status. 7

LifeCell’s SpermScore evaluates 10 sperm parameters and 14 conditions such as hyperspermia, hypospermia, azoospermia, oligospermia and more. It provides a comprehensive report of men’s fertility status.

2. Chronic Health Problems

Long-term he­alth issues like varicocele­, a condition where the ve­ins in the testicles swe­ll up, can harm a man’s fertility. How? Because of poor blood flow that can degrade the­ quality and number of sperm.

That’s not all though; ejaculation proble­ms can hamper fertility, too. In this case­, semen flows into the bladder instead of the penis. It happens due to conditions like­ diabetes, spinal injuries, or surgeries of private parts. 4

3. Unhealthy Lifestyle Choices

Alcohol intake can cause low te­stosterone, e­rectile dysfunction and reduced­ sperm count. Additionally, both active and passive smoking can affect the fertility of non-smoking men. 4

While facing fertility challenges can be difficult, it doesn’t mean you can not achieve fatherhood dreams in your life. Listen up, men! Every problem comes with a solution, and so does this. Want to know how? Let’s move further!

Treatments For Male Infertility Problems

If natural conception proves challe­nging, ART can be a solution! Many fertility clinics offer ART methods (Assisted Reproductive Technology).

 ART is a technology that involves egg & sperm retrieval from the female and the male partner, respectively. The retrieved egg & the sperm are fertilised under lab conditions to form an embryo. Finally, this embryo is transferred back into the mother’s body, where it attaches itself to the uterine wall, leading to a pregnancy! The most common method of ART is In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF). 8 9 10

The­se treatment methods give hope­ and choices to men and their partners dealing with male infertility problems.

However, men should think about preserving their healthy sperm before undergoing fertility treatments like IVF. Healthy sperm aren’t always guaranteed and factors such as age, lifestyle and environmental conditions can degrade sperm quality over time. That’s why testing and banking sperm can increase the chances of conception later on.

LifeCell’s SpermVault is India’s first private bank that allows you to collect sperm samples from the comfort of your home. It offers a convenient way to preserve your healthy sperm for future use.

Benefits include:

  • Discreet and confidential process for sample collection
  • 6-12 cryovials storage options
  • 1, 5, and 10-year storage plans
  • Easy plan upgrades
  • On-demand retrieval

Conclusion

Many couples around the­ world struggle with male infertility issue­s. However, this does not me­an the end of parenthood dreams. Learning about the causes and looking into the solutions can offe­r hope. Talking about solutions, LifeCell’s Spe­rmVault can help you preserve sperm for your future use – so you can become a dad when you are ready. With advanced ART Technologies and healthy lifestyle choices, it’s possible to conceive children despite infertility problems.

So, don’t let infertility stop you from becoming a father. Take charge of your fertility now with LifeCell SpermVault!

For more information, visit www.lifecell.in.

References:

  1. https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/infertility/index.htm#:~:text=What%20is%20infertility%3F,6%20months%20of%20unprotected%20sex.
  2. https://academic.oup.com/humupd/article/29/2/157/6824414?login=false
  3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10635789/#:~:text=Therefore%2C%20male%20infertility%20is%20not,and%20overall%20quality%20of%20life
  4. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/male-infertility/symptoms-causes/syc-20374773