Patient's question:
I am 21 years old and have a habit of smoking! Recently, I discovered that my semen contains something crystalline! Confused and puzzled! I wonder if this is harmful to my health and if it will affect future fertility?Doctor's answer:
Hello:Normal semen of adult males is a white or grayish-white, opaque liquid and is alkaline. On average, 3 to 5 ml is expelled each time, and it liquefies spontaneously within about 30 minutes after being expelled. In the semen that is ejaculated, the number of active sperm accounts for 80%, and the number of abnormal sperm does not exceed 20%. The presence of crystal particles in semen can be a normal phenomenon, generally indicating that the semen has not yet liquefied. However, if the semen remains unliquefied 30 minutes after ejaculation, it is considered abnormal. If convenient, you can also visit the hospital at your own time for a detailed examination.
Whether it will affect future fertility cannot be determined by simple observations. There are many factors that can affect fertility, including issues related to the female partner, the male partner, or both. Male factors that may affect fertility include abnormal semen, reproductive system inflammation or developmental abnormalities, sexual dysfunction, and so on. If infertility is a concern, it is important to actively seek systematic examination in a formal hospital under the guidance of a specialist physician. After a clear diagnosis is made, targeted and effective treatment can then be administered.