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Reproduction is a simple and natural experience for most couples. However, for some couples it is very difficult to conceive. About 15 percent of couples experience conception problems, and this percentage is growing. Male infertility is diagnosed when, after testing of both partners, reproductive problems have been found in the male partner.
Most men are shocked when they find out they are infertile. There is still a common but incorrect belief that infertility is a female condition.Men are responsible for this problem at least 40 percent of the time.Therefore when men are told that there is a sperm problem, they are often quite unprepared. It is not unusual for men to feel stressed about an initial diagnosis of infertility. Most infertile men at some time struggle with the idea that they are not able to do what other men can. This may lead men to confuse their infertility with their sense of masculinity, sexuality, virility and potency. An emotional response to infertility is normal.
Infertility Statistics (according to Word Health organization)
- Ten to 20 percent of all men have low sperm counts.
- Two to three percent of all men are completely infertile, producing no sperm at all.
- Infertility affects at least 15 percent of the reproductive age population, with roughly 40 percent of the cases attributable to men.
- Eighty-five percent are treated with conventional medications (synthetic hormones) or surgery to repair diseased reproductive organs.
- Less than five percent of infertile couples attempt in vitro fertilization, which has a 10 to 20 percent success rate.
What causes male infertility?
Male infertility can be caused by problems that affect sperm production or the sperm transport process. With the results of medical tests, the doctor may be able to find a cause of the problem.
Sperm production problems:
1. Genetic or chromosomal problems, undescended testis/testes (failure of the testes to descend at birth)
2. Varicocele (dilated veins in the scrotum)
3. Infection disease of the epidydimis (storage tube for sperm), testes, seminal vesicles, urethra, prostate or vas; benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement)
4. Cigarette smoking, alcohol, sexually transmitted diseases and anabolic steroids (taken for body building or sporting purposes) can be harmful to the production of sperm and should be avoided.
5. Pesticides, heavy metals, toxic chemicals and radiation may affect the quality and quantity of sperm produced. For men who work in occupations that may affect fertility, it’s important to wear protective clothing and follow all occupational health and safety guidelines.
6. Heat can also reduce sperm production. Hot baths, sitting for long periods of time and tight-fitting underwear that constricts the testes can all elevate temperatures long enough to suppress sperm production.
7. The anti-ulcer drugs cimetidine and ranitidine have both been reported to decrease sperm count and produce impotence.
Blockage of sperm transport:
Blockages (often referred to as obstructions) in the tubes leading sperm away from the testes to the penis can cause a complete lack of sperm in the ejaculated semen.
This is the second most common cause of male infertility and affects about one in every five infertile men, including men who have had a vasectomy but now wish to have more children.
Sperm antibodies:
In some men, substances in the semen and/or blood called sperm antibodies can develop which can reduce sperm movement and block egg binding.
About one in every 16 infertile men has sperm antibodies.
Hormonal problems:
Endocrine (glandular) diseases or tumors affecting the hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, adrenals and the testes (e.g. low DHEA and low testosterone levels)
Unknown reasons:
Unfortunately, medical scientists do not yet understand all the details of sperm production and the fertilization process. As a result, for many men with a sperm production problem, the cause cannot be identified.
Factors of male fertility
There are three major factors of male fertility, and they’re all related to sperm:
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· Sperm count – the number of sperm
· Sperm motility – the ability for the sperm to move
· Sperm quality – health and vitality of the sperm
This makes sense, because only the strongest, most active, and healthiest sperm cells will make it all the way through the cervix to the egg. And of course only a single sperm cell – the fastest and strongest of them all – will fertilise it.
If the sperm is of suboptimal quality (low count, motility/movement or morphology/shape), it will statistically be less likely to produce sperm fit to fertilise the female egg.
What is the way to improve the sperm quality?
If you are unsatisfied with your sperm analysis you have a chance to improve it.
In light of growing trend of infertility and growing body of research, consuming male fertility supplements is becoming an increasingly popular method to boost sperm quality.
Vitamale’s formula was developed by us on a basis of scientific results showing how vitamins, minerals and amino acids may improve sperm production and sperm quality. The ingredients of Vitamale are designed to promote healthy sperm count, sperm morphology, and sperm motility, while reducing oxidative damage from agents, free radicals, or biological interactions that causes oxidative stress. A good way for any man to help strengthen their overall fertility is to take Vitamale for enhancing their sperm quality.
