Patient's question:
How does dead sperm syndrome occur? My husband and I have been married for a while, but we haven't been able to get pregnant. We went to the hospital for a thorough check-up, and the doctor's results showed that my husband has dead sperm syndrome. So, what should we do now? Can it be cured? How did it happen? My husband smokes and drinks beer, but not excessively. Could that be the reason? What should we do?Doctor's answer:
Varicocele: Due to impaired blood circulation of the testis and epididymis, local temperature drops, and toxic substances accumulate, leading to reduced sperm motility.Perinatal infection: Perinatal infection alters seminal fluid composition, with increased levels of zinc, magnesium, citrate, and fructose, as well as a decrease in pH, all of which interfere with sperm vitality.
Dead sperm indicate insufficient motility, making it difficult for them to quickly move into a woman's ovary, which can easily lead to infertility. For patients with dead sperm, timely treatment can reduce the condition's severity, whereas delayed treatment may affect overall health.