I promised
not to stop on my previous article on the causes of infertility. Infertility is
widely becoming an issue in our homes. I hear parent’s advice their children to
ensure they test their partners (sexually) before confirming her as a wife or taking her
to the altar. Where is LOVE? Story for another day. Let me stick to my niche.
There are so many other factors which could lead to infidelity ignorantly, let’s
examine some here.
STRESS
A lot of
clinical research has been done to this effect showing that stress creates a
lot of vicious cycle of messed up hormones that help sabotage the male
fertility on different levels. Starting from different important hormone
centres in the brain (Pituitary gland and Hypothalamus). Excessive stress
affects testicular cells which oversee sperm production process. The end result
is a decrease in testosterone level which thereby, affects sperm production.
The hormone imbalance could leave sperm and sensitive testicular cells exposed
to free radicals and oxidative stress. Free radicals are never kind as they
destroy whatever they touch in our bodies, so having sufficient defences
against them is the baseline for long term health.
Hence, you
are advised to seek for any stress-relieving modality that will fit your
schedule. Meditation, relaxation, exercise and distressing modes should be
applied to your routine to help boost your sperm.
Excessive Heat
Have you
tried imagining or asking yourself a question as regards why you have the
testicles below the abdomen. The answer is not far-fetched as the sperm is
sensitive to heat and even the body temperature can sabotage its efficient
production. So you need to avoid things that raise scrotal temperature. Having
hot baths, using heated car seats, electric blankets should be avoided if
you’re planning to have a baby. Tight Fitting underwear is clearly a hindrance
to sperm production and motility. Opt for loose fitting underwear and pants. They
are conservative but an effective way to lower scrotal temperature and boost
production.
Heavy Metals and Toxins
This is one
of the fastest ways to poison the sperm and drop sperm count very fast. Toxins
could come from food, the air (If you work or live in a sealed exclusively
air-conditioned building) or even water. Apart from trying to eliminate the
possible sources of toxicity in your life like checking your water, food, also
ensure that you have a good detoxification program which will help you get rid
of the toxic burden. You could contact your Nutritionist for help.
Drug Use
Anabolic
steroids taken to stimulate muscle strength and growth can cause the testicles
to shrink and decrease sperm production. Use of cocaine or marijuana might
reduce the number and quality of your sperm. The bouncers would explain better.
Occupation
Certain
occupations are linked with a risk of infertility, including welding or those
associated with prolonged sitting, such as truck driving, customer service jobs
etc.
Weight
Obesity can
impair fertility in several ways including directly impacting sperm and by
causing hormone changes that reduce male fertility.
In summary, I will just give a brief list of factors which could lead to infertility below:
- Smoking
- Drinking alcohol
- Using certain illicit drugs
- Overweight
- Having certain past or present infections
- Stress
- Being exposed to toxins
- Overheating the testicles
- Having experienced trauma to the testicles
- Being born with a fertility disorder or having a blood relative with a fertility disorder
- Having certain medical conditions, including tumors and chronic illnesses
- Undergoing cancer treatments, such as radiation
- Taking certain medications
- Having a prior vasectomy or major abdominal or pelvic surgery
- Having a history of undescended testicles
You could consult your Nutrionist or
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