Oligospermia

Oligospermia, sometimes called oligozoospermia, is the term used to describe a low sperm count.  A diagnosis is usually given following at least two semen analyses, where in both the sperm concentration was lower than 15 million sperm/mL of sample.

Oligospermia has been divided into the three categories of mild, moderate and severe, depending on the amount of sperm found in analysis.  Less than 5 million sperm/mL is considered severe.

Oligospermia & Fertility

While the chances of conceiving naturally are low for a couple where the male partner has a low sperm count, many couples facing this issue have been successful if the female partner is fertile.  Pregnancy can also be achieved using artificial insemination (IUI) or IVF, depending on the case.

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Environmental factors

Studies have shown that certain environmental factors can have negative effects on male fertility. Overexposure to these factors, such as toxic chemicals or heat, can

Melatonin and Sperm Quality

While the beneficial nature of melatonin, an endogenous anti-oxidant, has been known for decades, the investigation into the role of melatonin in fertility treatments, in

Age & Male Infertility

While a woman is born with all the eggs she will ever have, thus placing a ‘time-limit’ on her fertility potential, a man’s fertility is

Maturation Arrest

Maturation arrest is defined as germ cells that fail to complete maturation to sperm cells. Limited data exist to characterize men with maturation arrest. Maturation

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