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- Male infertility refers to the inability of a man to cause pregnancy in a fertile female partner. There are several factors that can contribute to male infertility. Here are some common causes and factors associated with male infertility:
- Low Sperm Count (Oligospermia): A low sperm count is one of the most common causes of male infertility. It refers to a lower than normal concentration of sperm in the semen. Various factors can contribute to this, including hormonal imbalances, genetic factors, certain medications, and lifestyle choices such as smoking or excessive alcohol consumption.
- Abnormal Sperm Shape (Teratospermia): Sperm with abnormal shape or morphology may have difficulty fertilizing an egg. This can be caused by genetic factors, infections, or environmental factors.
- Poor Sperm Motility (Asthenospermia): Sperm motility refers to the ability of sperm to move properly. If sperm have poor motility, they may have difficulty reaching and fertilizing an egg. Causes of poor sperm motility include hormonal imbalances, genetic factors, structural abnormalities, and certain health conditions.
- Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence): Erectile dysfunction refers to the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. It can contribute to male infertility by making it difficult or impossible to deposit semen in the vagina.
- Varicocele: A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, which can affect sperm production and quality.
- Infections: Certain infections, such as sexually transmitted infections or reproductive tract infections, can interfere with sperm production, motility, and function.
- Hormonal Imbalances: Imbalances in hormone levels, such as low testosterone, can affect sperm production and fertility.
- Genetic Factors: Genetic abnormalities or conditions, such as Klinefelter syndrome or Y-chromosome microdeletions, can contribute to male infertility.
- Lifestyle Factors: Certain lifestyle choices can impact male fertility, including smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, drug use, exposure to toxins or chemicals, obesity, and high levels of stress.
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