Healthy sperm: Improving your fertility

The presence of healthy sperm is an important part of fertility. But a variety of factors can affect sperm health. Learn the steps to be taken, as well as the things to avoid, to maintain the health of sperm and improve fertility.

What are the main parts of sperm health?

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Male reproductive system

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Male reproductive system

Male reproductive system

Male reproductive system is made, stored and moved sperm. The testes make sperm. Liquid of sperm and prostate gland mixture with sperm to make semen. The penis removes semen during sex.

Sperm health mainly depends on the amount of sperm, movement and form:

• amount. Ideally, the semen in one expulsion, is called ejaculation, has at least 15 million sperm per milliliter. Less than that reduces the chances of pregnancy because there are fewer sperms available to fertilize the egg.
• a movement. To reach and fertilize an egg, sperm should be able to move easily across the cervix, uterus, and palop pipes. This is called the kinetic. In general, at least 40 % of sperm need to move to achieve pregnancy. Although the pregnancy can occur with low sperm levels, it is less common.
• Figure (formation). Typical sperm with oval and long tails, which work together to help sperm. In general, the shape of sperm is not the same as the importance of fertility as quantity or movement. But the more sperm that has a typical form, the greater the possibility of pregnancy.

What causes male fertility problems?

Some health problems can have a male fertility effect, including:

• Diseases and conditions that affect the testes.
• Conditions that affect how sperm moves.
• Medical cases that affect the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland. These hormones that cause the testes are sent to make testosterone and sperm. Some conditions can reduce the amount of hormones made by the glands. Then it reduces the amount of testosterone and sperm in the body.

Age can also play a role. The ability of sperm to move and the number of sperms that have a typical shape decrease as aging. This is especially true after the age of 50.

What is the best way to make healthy sperm?

Simple steps to raise the chances of healthy sperm are included:

• Stay in a healthy weight. Some research indicates that the increase in the BMI (BMI) is linked to reducing the number of sperm and sperm movement.
• Preventing sexually transmitted infections. Sexually transmitted infections, which are also called transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, can cause male infertility. To reduce the risk of getting STI, there are not many sexual partners and always use a condom. Or stay in a relationship with only one person who does not have sexual contact diseases.
• Stress management. Tension may reduce a person’s ability to have sex. Stress can also have an effect on the hormones the body needs to make healthy sperm.

What can harm sperm?

Some things may harm sperm, such as alcohol, some medications and toxic chemicals. To protect fertility:

• Do not smoke. People who smoke cigarettes are likely to have a number of low sperm. If you smoke, ask your healthcare professional to help you take off.
• Limiting alcohol. Heavy drinking can lead to a decrease in the number of sperm. It can cause a decrease in the hormone testosterone. Drinking a lot also can make it difficult to get and maintain an erection. If you choose to drink, do so in moderation. For healthy adults, this means up to one drink per day for women and drinks per day for men.
• Do not use lubricants. Some lubricants may interfere with sperm movement. When you try to start pregnancy, it is better not to use lubricants to have sex. Or, if you need lubricating oils, think about options such as vegetable oil, mineral oil, canola oil or mustard oil. You can also try lubricating oils designed for people trying to carry (Babydance, Conceive Plus, PRE-SEEED, Others).
• Understand the effect of medications. Some medications may reduce fertility. Examples include some medications used to control blood pressure, some antidepressants, anti -alpharghen, opioids, and anabolic stimulants. Many types of illegal drugs also have an effect on fertility. If you are trying to start pregnancy and take medications, ask your healthcare professional to affect your fertility.
• Watch out for toxins. It can affect pesticides, lead and other toxins on the amount of sperm and quality. If you should work with toxins, do so safely. Wear protective clothes, use protective equipment, such as safety glasses, and avoid contact with the skin for chemicals.
• Stay calm. Some research indicates that if the scrotum becomes very warm, it may reduce the body’s ability to make sperm effectively. Wearing loose underwear, sitting lower, not using sauna and hot basins may improve sperm quality.

Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer can disrupt the body’s ability to make sperm and can cause permanent infertility. If you need a cancer treatment, you may want to speak with a healthcare professional about sperm storage before treatment.

When is it time to get help?

After a healthy lifestyle that enhances the health and fertility of sperm can improve the chances of achieving pregnancy. But if pregnancy has not yet occurred a year of sex without birth control, you may want to verify infertility. The fertility specialist may be able to determine the cause of the problem and provide a useful treatment.