Have you ever heard that male sperm can be dead? In medical science, there is a term for this condition which is known by the name of Necrozoospermia. Often it is misinterpreted as low sperm count which is not true.
WHAT IS NECROZOOSPERMIA?
Male Infertility is a common problem and there are various reasons for the same. One of them is Necrozoospermia, also known by the name of necrospermia. In which the sperm is dead when the fresh semen sample is collected. The chances of complete necrozoospermia are extremely low. As per the studies it is estimated to be around 0.2% to 0.5% of males are diagnosed with complete necrozoospermia. It is classified into 2 categories which include:
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Necrotic sperm count is 50% to 80% |
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Severe |
Necrotic sperm count is 80% or more |
Do you know?
Normal sperm sample is when the necrotic sperm count is 30% or less than that.
WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE CAUSES OF NECROZOOSPERMIA?
When a problem occurs, eventually it has some reasons for the same. Although, with this condition the causes are not clear. The problem occurs with few male, so many things are still under the dark with this condition. As per some of the theories and research, the below-mentioned causes are known:
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In case, you are working in the factory or anywhere close to the chemical then the person is suspected to have this condition. |
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NECROZOOSPERMIA VS. ASTHENOZOOSPERMIA?
- First of all make sure that you do not consider both the terms as one.
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Necrozoospermia Male sperm is dead
Asthenozoospermia Male sperm motility is abnormal (it is referred to the way it swims). Keep in mind, when the sperm does not move you cannot consider this as dead.
With asthenozoospermia around 100% of the sperm, samples are not able to move properly. In addition, this problem occurs in around 1 in 5000 men. When we talk about both the conditions there are not usual symptoms that occur. So, the best way to diagnose the issue is by getting a semen analysis. Studies have shown that around 50% of male infertility cases are not able to be determined properly.
- If we consider the treatment options then here is what the doctor will suggest you:
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Absolute asthenozoospermia IVF with ICSI is the first treatment option suggested to the couple.
Necrozoospermia IVF with ICSI is not able to be done during fresh ejaculation. It is obvious that a dead sperm cannot fertilize the egg.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE A FALSE DIAGNOSIS?
There are chances that the necrozoospermia has a false diagnosis due to the following reasons:
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To get the semen sample, make sure that you prefer a fertility-friendly option or no lubricant. Otherwise, it can kill the sperm. If you are not sure then it is better to consult the doctor. |
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Make sure that the semen sample is collected in a sterile and dry cup. If there is anything unwanted in the cup then sperm will get dead. |
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Don’t make this mistake. In case, you are having a problem collecting it through masturbation then you should do this through sexual intercourse. |
If your semen analysis results came out as negative then the doctor is going to ask you to get the test done again and it is possible that you are asked to give the semen sample 2 times in one day. In the next test, the sperm samples are much faster.
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT OF NECROZOOSPERMIA?
Initially, the first treatment step is to address the reason behind these issues like:
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For infection |
Antibiotics are prescribed |
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For drug abuse |
Drug addiction treatment is given |
