Patient's question:
Since getting married over two years ago, my wife hasn't been able to conceive. Recently, we went to the hospital for infertility testing. After my semen analysis, it was found that the mortality rate of sperm was extremely high, with dead sperm accounting for over 90%. The doctor diagnosed me with severe asthenozoospermia and recommended that I seek treatment at a major hospital. I'm worried that this condition may not be treatable, so I'd like to ask: how can dead sperm be treated quickly?Doctor's answer:
Azoospermia refers to a condition in adult males where the sperm density in the semen is less than 20 million per milliliter. Due to the natural fluctuations in sperm density within a certain range, confirming azoospermia typically requires at least two semen analyses, using a semen sample collected after abstaining from sexual activity for 3 to 5 days.There are several causes of azoospermia, such as undescended testicles, varicocele, endocrine disorders, deficiencies in vitamins and trace elements, infections by pathogenic microorganisms, and medication effects, among others. In most cases of azoospermia, the underlying cause can be identified through careful medical history inquiries, a thorough physical examination, and laboratory testing. However, in some cases, the cause remains unclear.
For individuals with azoospermia caused by undescended testicles, it is essential to address the issue of the undescended testicle as early as possible.