Why Does Sperm Count Matter?

A healthy sperm count is around 40 to 300 million sperm per milliliter; out of these, only 1 makes it to the egg, and fertilization occurs. The problem for the sperm is that the woman’s reproductive systems are extremely hostile. It is acidic and does not provide the ideal conditions for the sperm to fertilize. Therefore sperms are covered in a protective fluid known as semen that allows them to survive in hostile conditions.

All this seems a bit unnecessary, but it’s not. In nature, only the fittest survive; the same concept is applied here; only healthy sperm makes it to the egg. Even then, there are chances of unhealthy sperm reaching the egg.

The studies have shown that 95% of the sperm cells are defective. Defective sperms are unable to swim properly and hence does not reach the egg. Defective sperms mostly contain damaged genetic code.

90% of male infertility is linked to low sperm count when the body produces lower amounts of sperm; it usually indicates underlying issues such as obesity, lack of nutrients, etc. Lower sperm count means that most cells produced are abnormal and hence are not good for fertilization. There is little chance that low sperm count semen fertilizing an egg.

Issues such as obesity, deficiency mean that the body is not able to produce proper sperm/semen, it lacks some nutrients or has damaged the system. Stress and other mental illnesses can also be the culprit. Due to them, the body may not be able to produce the required hormones that are required for the production and maintenance of sperm/semen.

Fertilization from abnormal sperm is related to miscarriages, birth defects, and other conditions.

Low sperm count is curable in most of the cases, treatments include: -

· Losing weight

· Exercising

· Vitamin supplements

· Clean environment, harmful substances like lead or other chemicals

· Reduce biking or check it up for proper fit

· Clothing, loose clothes are better

· Better mental Health

Sperm Count in IVF

As mentioned above, lower sperm count means that the quality of the sperms is inadequate. Usually, around 50,000 healthy sperms are collected from a sample to ensure high chances of fertilization. Lower sperm count can reduce that number.

Usually, most cases of low sperm count are curable. Getting a diagnosis from the doctor is the best way to deal with this situation.

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