The Series of Causes of Slow Sperm Movement, Could be a Male Fertility Problem

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The Series of Causes of Slow Sperm Movement, Could be a Male Fertility Problem

Dream - For married couples who are waiting for the arrival of their baby or undergoing a pregnancy program, it is important to undergo a thorough examination. Not only for the prospective mother, but also for the prospective father.

One important examination to be conducted is the analysis of sperm cells. In this examination, the movement of sperm cells will be determined. If the movement is slow, it could indicate fertility issues as they are unable to quickly fertilize the egg cell.

It is known that healthy sperm can move forward with a minimum speed of 25 micrometers per second. Meanwhile, slow sperm is diagnosed when less than 32 percent of efficient moving sperm is present. Some men experience slow sperm movement. The triggering factors are quite diverse, here are some of them, quoted from KlikDokter.

1. Stress

Many men are unaware that they are experiencing stress and its impact on their fertility. A study published in the journal Andrologia concluded that men who experience stress may have slow sperm movement.

Try to manage the perceived stress. This can be done by doing relaxation and ensuring sufficient rest time. Do not hesitate to seek professional help such as psychologists or psychiatrists if the stress level is very severe.

2. High testicular temperature

A study published in Reproductive Physiology and Disease concluded that testicular temperature can affect sperm movement. The study was conducted for 3 months and involved 19 healthy male volunteers.

The participants' scrotums were exposed to temperatures of 40-43 degrees Celsius for 40 minutes. The study sessions were conducted twice a week. Through this research, it was found that high temperatures reduced sperm motility from 71 percent to 25 percent. Therefore, avoid taking long hot baths or soaking, wearing tight pants, and placing electronic devices on the inner thigh for extended periods of time.

3. Poor eating patterns

The lack of intake of vitamin C and B12 can make sperm movement slow. According to Dr. Dyah Novita, these two vitamins do indeed affect sperm motility.

"Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps improve sperm motility. Vitamin B12 also aids in sperm motility. So, if there is a lack of intake of these two vitamins, it can affect sperm movement," said Dr. Dyah.

4. Metal Exposure

Exposure to heavy metals such as lead, copper, and tin can affect sperm quality. According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, a high number of abnormal sperm is often associated with other issues, such as low motility.

5. Smoking

Based on a study in Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift, smoking will decrease sperm motility, especially if a man smokes more than ten cigarettes a day. Smoking reduces sperm motility by 13 percent. Source: KlikDokter

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