Patient's question:
I work as a laborer in an iron and steel plant, and I have to work in high-temperature environments every day. Even though the workshop has ventilation systems, it is often over forty degrees Celsius. I've been married for more than three years and have been trying hard to have a child, but I haven't been able to get pregnant. During a conversation, a friend who studies medicine reminded me that it might be due to infertility caused by high temperatures, and suggested that I consult a professional doctor.Hello, how does high-temperature infertility occur, and what should I do?
Doctor's answer:
The temperature suitable for sperm growth and development is around 34°C. High temperatures have a negative impact on sperm growth and development. Based on your situation, it is recommended that you avoid staying in high-temperature environments for extended periods. Depending on your work schedule, you can take a break outside the workshop for half an hour or an hour to get some fresh air and then focus on your work again, because high temperatures of over 40°C significantly affect sperm quality.Due to excessively high local temperatures in the male testicles and prolonged use of hot baths, these factors can impair sperm production. In addition, exposure to radiation can also lead to male infertility. Furthermore, external factors such as testicular damage or inversion, inguinal canal inversion, or psychological trauma from surgeries such as inguinal hernia repair or prostate surgery can also affect testicular function.