Experts note that men’s sperm count and quality have decreased by fifty percent in the last fifty years. It is stated that in addition to unknown factors, genetic factors, environmental reasons, alcohol and cigarette consumption, substance use, some drugs, febrile diseases and industrial chemicals are responsible for this situation. Experts state that the decline in sperm count and quality will reach levels that will cause concern in the next 50 years.
Undescended testicle
The testicles are the organ responsible for the production of male hormones and sperm. Testes in the womb before birth in a male baby, 32-36 in the womb. they go down in the bag in weeks. However, in some cases, the testicles do not descend into the bag; They may remain in the groin, abdomen and abdomen, or they may not be developed at all. If the testicles remain in the body for a long time, it can lead to the inability to produce sperm. The definitive treatment is surgery; With surgery, the testicle is restored to normal. Preferably the baby is 10-12 years old as soon as possible after the surgery. It should be done before the month is up.
varicocele
Varicocele is the abnormal enlargement of the veins of the testis. Untreated varicocele over time causes more damage to the testicles and negatively affects reproduction. However, not every varicocele disrupts sperm production. Today, this problem has become largely treatable with micro-surgical methods.
HORMONEAL PROBLEMS
The hormones necessary to create sperm are produced by the body. Since the deficiency in reproductive hormones impairs sperm production, difficulties in reproduction, decrease in viable cells and decrease in sperm movements can be seen. In addition to reproductive hormones, changes that may occur in the adrenal and thyroid glands can also impair sperm production.
DUCT OBSTRUCTION
Blockages in the ducts that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra (connecting tubes between the tip of the penis and the bladder) can cause problems in the evacuation of sperm. This condition may occur as a result of hereditary deficiency of some or all of the sperm ducts, genital infections and some cysts adjacent to the prostate. Surgical interventions can be tried to remove the obstruction and open the sperm channels.
CHROMOSOME DEFECTS
Klinefelter Syndrome, Y chromosome microdeletion anomalies and 46 XX chromosome male anomaly, which are seen due to the presence of an extra X chromosome in men, impair sperm count and functions.
LONG-TERM DRUG USE
Studies have shown that drugs used for a long time in the treatment of gastritis, stomach ulcers and depression, as well as drugs for hypertension, can impair sperm functions. However, this situation can be corrected by evaluating different drug options. In addition, uncontrolled consumption of steroid hormone-based drugs used for bodybuilding can also stop sperm development.
LIFE STYLE
Alcohol, cigarette consumption, eating genetically modified foods, use of recreational drugs, sleep disorders, stress, obesity, working under high temperatures and being in hot environments such as saunas, exercising excessively, wearing tight pants are other factors that impair sperm count. can be sorted.