Sperm activity

A general study of men's health in case of suspicion of a reduced fertilization ability is carried out by sperm analysis. The ejaculate is examined for its morphological, chemical and physical state. In the presence of pathological changes, treatment is prescribed.

Most often, treatment is prescribed for the diagnosis - sedentary sperm cells.

Brief overview of the anatomical structure of the male reproductive system

The male reproductive system consists of:

• pairs of testicles and epididymis;
• the vas deferens;
• seminal vesicles;
• Cooper glands;
• penis;
• scrotum.

The prostate gland is the organ that affects the functionality of the male reproductive system. The seminiferous tubules of the testicles produce sperm and a male hormone (testosterone). Sperm originate from anterior cells located on the epithelial layer of the tubules (seminal). A sufficient amount of sperm accumulates in the appendages.

At the next stage, sperm move along the vas deferens to the prostate urethra. This process takes about seven days. For the normal formation of sperm, the testes are located in the scrotum, where the temperature is lower than that of the entire male body. Thus, nature has taken care of protecting sperm from pathogenic microflora. Since the infection does not multiply well at low temperatures.

The seminal vesicles are involved in the synthesis of fructose, which is required as a nutrient subtract for sperm. When sexual intercourse does not end successfully, the sperm from the urethral tubule return to the seminal vesicles. There they are absorbed by special cells.

The prostate produces prostatic juice with a unique chemical composition necessary to maintain the viability of sperm outside the body of a man. The urethral part in the urinary canal is intended for mixing the secretions of the prostate with seminal vesicles and sperm. After this process, sperm is produced.

Before the ejaculate moves through the urethral canal, the juice of the Cooper's glands passes through it, which is necessary to eliminate urine residues and normalize the acidity level. After the urethral environment is prepared (alkaline or neutral), semen eruption occurs.

After one minute after the penetration of the sperm into the vagina, the sperm pass through the cervical canal and penetrate to the uterus

If the functioning of each male organ was successful, then the sex cells are normally formed. For any pathology of any of the organs of the male reproductive system, effective treatment is required.

Low sperm motility

The body of men contains sperm in immobility. Sperm activity begins after they enter the female reproductive organ. The immobility of spermatozoa is due to several concepts, which consist not only in active movement, but also in the full implementation of their functionality.

Inactive sperm are characterized by:

• inactive;
• slowness;
• laziness;
• by death.

The flaccid state of the sperm under consideration affects the possibility of fertilization of the egg. With a low mobility of sperm, men do not notice any changes. The problem can only be diagnosed after a medical examination.

Causes that reduce healthy sperm activity

Low sperm motility should be investigated by a specialist, treatment begins with determining the cause that led to this condition of the seed. After a full diagnosis, the doctor prescribes an effective therapy to improve the spermogram.

After studying the list of factors that affect the mobility of full-fledged sperm, the patient can determine for himself what negatively affected the functioning of the reproductive system. If concomitant diseases are found, then complex therapy with an extension of the course duration is recommended. What affects the mobility of healthy semen?

Due to some unfavorable factors, sedentary spermatozoa are obtained:

• poisoning with harmful substances contained in alcoholic beverages, drugs, nicotine;
• decrease in the protective functions of the body;
• existing varicose veins with varicose veins in the testicles;
• not a healthy diet;
• increased body temperature;
• thyroid disease;
• low folate in the body;
• inflammatory processes in the organs of the reproductive system;
• infection penetration;
• pathological processes of the prostate;
• age-related changes.

Sperm inactivity is also noted after chemistry or radiation treatment with radiation.Taking certain medications can also cause sperm to become weak. For example, the use of potent antibiotics for a long time provokes a state of low sperm activity.

How is the diagnosis carried out taking into account possible pathologies

Inactive spermatozoa are detected after taking a spermogram analysis. This study allows you to identify the existing pathologies in the male urinary and genital area. The specialist can analyze the state of health of a man in relation to negative, external and internal factors. If the picture of the anamnesis remains unclear, the doctor may prescribe a number of other research methods.

Impaired sperm motility can provoke the following diseases:

• teratospermia;
• necrospermia;
• asthenozoospermia.

A very important fact is the assertion of doctors that slow sperm cells can be the result of hereditary pathology that is passed down through generations. During diagnosis, specialists exclude or identify the likelihood of a genetic predisposition. This pathology is very poorly corrected.

Healing manipulations

The most important component of a treatment course during an increase in sperm motility is a change in diet. To do this, it is necessary to introduce into the diet of a man products that increase the activity of sperm. The composition of healthy products should contain folic acid and a vitamin-mineral complex. To do this, the menu includes orange juice, legumes, peanuts, sunflower seeds, liver and beef.

To restore and increase sperm motility, step-by-step manipulations are required:

• identify and eliminate the cause of the pathological condition;
• carry out tests for semen gram (several times);
• change lifestyle with diet;
• examine the ejaculate in the laboratory;
• application of a course of vitamins and minerals;
• taking drugs that increase sperm activity (Speman, Tribestan, Verona, Sperma Plan);
• if an infection is found, a course of antibiotics is applied;
• taking androgynous drugs;
• adherence to the diet.

Immobile spermatozoa require treatment, which is prescribed to eliminate the root cause of the pathological process that has arisen. When a specialist has made a diagnosis, the patient should avoid wearing tight underwear, stop taking hot baths, stop drinking and smoking.

Spontaneous increase in sperm motility

It will take about three months for self-restoration of male health associated with impaired sperm quality due to negative environmental influences.

All this time, the recommendations of the profile specialist on lifestyle changes are being followed. Usually the tips are as follows:

• getting rid of excess body weight, if any;
• introduction into the diet of foods that increase the activity of sperm (marine products, vegetables and fruit);
• refusal from alcoholic beverages, tobacco;
• reduction of consumption of smoked, fatty, fried, confectionery products;
• daily exercise;
• avoiding a sedentary lifestyle;
• psycho-emotional settlement;
• do not overheat the genitals;
• timely treat diseases of the urinary and genital area;
• regular sex life.

Sperm motility can be improved by using traditional medicine. For example, use decoctions from the rhizome of galangal, add parsley to the diet, cook decoctions from herbs such as plantain, ginseng. Good results of treatment are shown by the use of beekeeping products.

Doctors recommend taking baths with a decoction of chamomile color, which has a positive effect on sperm motility. For the fastest receipt of the treatment result, special medications are sold, which must be taken in courses. If you cannot achieve the desired result, then for conception, experts recommend resorting to artificial fertilization of female eggs.