Infertility in Men: Causes, Solutions, and Expert Care in Nepal
Last updated on October 17th, 2024 at 04:43 pm
Infertility is a sensitive issue for most couples residing in Nepal. While there’s a prevalent stereotype that infertility is solely a woman’s concern, infertility in men is responsible for about 40-50% of all cases. One of the most prevalent causes of male infertility is low sperm count, which might have a great effect on one’s sexual life and general well-being.
What Causes Low Sperm Count?
The following are some of the causes of low sperm count, also medically termed oligospermia:
- Lifestyle Choices: Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, drug use, and obesity negatively affect sperm production and quality. Stress and lack of exercise also constitute a significant contributor to reduced sperm count.
- Environmental Factors: Exposure to toxic substances, including pesticides, heavy metals, and radiation impairs sperm production. The elevating body temperature from very frequent sauna and/or hot tub use may also lower sperm count.
- Medical Conditions: Among the medical conditions are varicocele, an enlargement of the veins that drain the testicle; infections; hormonal problems; and undescended testicles. Medical conditions such as diabetes and thyroid problems can also impact sperm quality.
- Medications: Some medications can have a negative effect on sperm production. They include anabolic steroids, medications associated with chemotherapy and cancer control, and some antibiotics. Because these effects are temporary, health professionals don’t always halt use of such medications.
- Genetic Factors: Genetic conditions like Klinefelter syndrome, Y chromosome deletions, among others, also lead to low sperm count. In some cases, it may be hereditary conditions leading to infertility.
Managing and Preventing Low Sperm Count
While some causes of low sperm count may not come under the control of an individual, here are several ways in which men can take care and prevent this condition:
- Adopting a healthy lifestyle: A diet with nutritional balance, regular physical activity, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol intake are key in keeping in good sperm shape.
- Reduce exposure to environmental toxins: Avoiding or reducing high chemical and temperature exposure, which impairs sperm production can be very helpful to avoid such conditions.
- Regular Health Checkups: It is very important to keep up with regular health checkups, which help to recognize early signs of those medical conditions that might badly affect fertility. Visiting a urologist or andrologist frequently helps in monitoring the reproductive health of a person.
- Seek Early Interventions: Feel free to seek an expert opinion if there is something wrong with fertility. Early intervention often guarantees success.
While sexologists try to address the psychological and emotional part of sexual health, such as intimacy issues and performance anxiety, andrologists and urologists adopt a more holistic approach to diagnosing and treating physical and anatomical problems. In this respect, these doctors are specifically trained to trace the root cause of low sperm count or other factors affecting the reproductive system, whether related to hormonal imbalances, physical blockages, or even lifestyle factors. They play an important role in conducting patients through appropriate treatments that would address the emotional side of sexual health and cure the physical causes of infertility.
How Can Urologists and Andrologists Help with Infertility Issues?
One should never hesitate to visit a urologist or an andrologist in case of low sperm count or other medical conditions related to men’s reproductive health and even sexual health problems. They will diagnose and recommend the treatment for impotence in males, among other ailments causing infertility.
- Diagnosis: Urologists and andrologists are capable of finding out the underlying cause of low sperm count, which may include semen analysis, hormonal studies, or imaging. Some causes can be identified only through history and physical examination.
- Treatment: Symptomatic treatment is directed toward the cause of the disorder; for example:
- Varicocele Repair: In cases of varicoceles, surgical correction may improve sperm production.
- Hormone Treatment: In the case of hormonal defects, replacement or medications can be provided to stimulate the production of sperm. It is often accompanied by medications that can enhance sperm production by suggesting lifestyle modifications, such as quitting smoking, reduction of alcohol intake, and dietary improvement.
- Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART): This includes processes like IVF, where the fertilization of the egg is done outside the womb, or ICSI, a technique in which one sperm is injected directly into an egg.
- Ongoing Support: It is very important for psychological and emotional support to be given in treating infertility. Most urologists and andrologists are team players, offering many aspects of care through counselors or psychologists.
Connect with the Experts at Clinic One
For those in Nepal dealing with issues of infertility, seeking the expertise of leading urologists specializing in male reproductive health can be the first step towards resolving these challenges.
At Clinic One, we have the best doctors available, who have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating low sperm count, offering personalized care to each patient with a combination of advanced diagnostics and compassionate support. At Clinic One, we are committed to helping men overcome infertility and achieve their dreams of parenthood.
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Conclusion
Low sperm count is one of the most dominating causes of infertility among males, and it requires more attention and care. Men in Nepal can thus combat this disorder and prevent it by being properly informed about the causes, seeking appropriate medical help, and making correct lifestyle choices. It is possible to regain hope to overcome infertility and build a healthy and fulfilling life with the support of skilled urologists and andrologists.
References
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562258
https://elibrary.nhrc.gov.np/handle/20.500.14356/1440
https://www.worecnepal.org/content/100/2020-01-27