09/08/2019
LowS***mCount
Topic : Spotlight on Low S***m Count and Pregnancy Chances
Overview
Management (Treatments and drugs) for low s***m count include
1. Surgery. Some disease conditions in the male reproductive parts can reduce/ affect s***m production and function. Surgical correction of these disorder can help maximize s***m quality and function. For example, a varicocele (swelling in the sc***um) can often be surgically corrected or an obstructed vas deferens (a vital part of the male reproductive part) repaired. Also, prior vasectomies (surgery to cut the flow of s***m) can be reversed. In cases where no s***m are present in the ej*****te, s***m can often be retrieved directly from the testicles using s***m retrieval techniques.
2. Treating incriminating infections. Antibiotics can cure an infection of the reproductive tract, but, please note this doesn't always restore fertility.
3. Treatments for s*xual in*******se problems. Medication or counseling can help improve fertility in conditions such as erectile dysfunction or premature ej*******on.
4. Hormone treatments and medications. In some instances, your doctor might recommend hormone replacement or medications in cases where infertility (low s***m count) is caused by high or low levels of certain hormones or problems with the way the body uses hormones.
5. And, if all the above mentioned failed, then, “Assisted reproductive technology” (ART) will be the last resort. This treatments involve obtaining s***m through normal ej*******on, surgical extraction or from donor individuals, depending on your specific case and wishes. The s***m are then inserted into the female ge***al tract, or used for in vitro fertilization IVF
And, what if the treatment doesn't work
In rare cases, unfortunately male fertility (low s***m count) can’t be treated, and it's impossible for a man to father a child. If this is the case, you and your partner can consider either using s***m from a donor or adopting a child.
Lifestyle and home remedies
There are steps you can take at home to increase your chances of getting your partner pregnant, if you have low s***m count, these include:
1. Increasing the frequency of s*x. Having s*xual in*******se every day or every other day beginning at least four days before ovulation increases your chances of getting your partner pregnant, even with low s***m count. KEEP TRYING. DONT GIVE UP
2. Having s*x when fertilization is possible. A woman is likely to become pregnant during ovulation, which normally occurs in the middle of the menstrual cycle, between periods. This will ensure that s***m, which can live several days, are present when conception is possible. ( Targeting the fertile window)
3. Avoiding lubricants. Some products such as Astroglide or K-Y jelly, lotions, and saliva might impair s***m movement and function and further worsen the low s***m count. Please, ask your doctor about s***m-safe lubricants.
● GeneralPrevention
To protect your fertility, avoid known factors that can affect s***m count and quality.
For example:
1. Don't smoke.
2. Limit or abstain from alcohol.
3. Steer clear of illicit drugs.
4. Talk to your doctor about medications that can affect s***m count.
5. Maintain a healthy weight.
6. Avoid heat.
7. Manage stress.
8. Avoid exposure to pesticides, heavy metals and other toxins.