anyone here who is grapling with fertility issues due to their OH having low sperm?

[seraphim]

Low sperm count that is.
Just wondered if anyone was and what kind of things they found successfull in upping the count?

 

[JJ Mum]

Hi Seraphim - Hello and welcome!

Sorry hubbys ok on that one, but I hear that you really can improve things , apparently it takes 3 mths to refresh completely, (eg life cycle of a spermy!) so well worth googling things that can help. My hubby works for a supermarket on nights, refilling the chilled sections, so I reackon that has always helped us, as his swimmers never get hot....

Have you been trying long? What did the results say re the sperm? Have you had any other tests done ?

 

[jojo3972]

no idea what dans sperm count is but it must be ok as got 2 bfps in a yr n have 6 kids already its just we seem to have a problem keeping the baby growing :-/ jj has some gd advice there i hear zinc can improve sperm but not sure as i have just read that sumwere wne i have been mooching xx

 

[Zazu]

My friends OH had a low sperm count and he stopped drinking completely and she got pregnant! Not sure if your OH drinks at all but if he does, it might help? Good luck xxx

 

[linxminx21]

1. Take a regular vitamin and fertility supplement including folic acid
2. Stop smoking because smoking significantly decreases both sperm count and sperm-cell motility.
3. Prevent overheating of the scotum: An increase of scrotal temperature (caused by tight underwear, long stays in a sauna or Jacuzzi, for example) can impair sperm production.
4. Prevent excessive stress and perform relaxation exercises: Since infertility and life in general can be stressful, learn to relax. Stress is sometimes responsible for certain infertility problems such as hormonal problems.
5. Maintain a healthy weight: Not too under or overweight since weight influences estrogen and testosterone levels.
6. Stop using drugs: Prolonged use of recreational drugs (for example, alcohol, marijuana, cocaine).
7. Stop steroids: Anabolic steroid use (may cause testicular shrinkage).
8. Do not overly exercise: Overly intense exercise (high levels of adrenal steroid hormones can cause a testosterone deficiency).
9. Stay away from Environmental hazards and toxins (such as pesticides, lead, paint, radiation, radioactive substances, mercury, benzene, boron, and heavy metals).
10. Eat well, get hydrated and sleep well. Malnutrition and anemia can negatively affect your sperm count.

Changing these behaviors may improve a man’s fertility and should be considered when a couple is trying to conceive.Watch your body temperature: Avoid vigorous exercise, hot tubs, and saunas since they raise the body temperature and may cause changes in ovulation and reduced sperm count.


(http://www.babymed.com/tips-improving-sperm-count)


im no expert so went searching lol, i also hear that having mobile hone in front pockets doesnt help either so change mobile phone to back or a jacket pocket

 

[seraphim]

Thank you everyone
He's quit smoking so fingers crossed it works.

Dr said go see him for anther sperm count after a month of no smoking.I guess this must be to see if theres any indicatin of his count rising and if not back to the drawing board.

 

[mishi]

Try Wellman conception vitamins, they are about £7.50 for a months supply on Amazon - or you can get them in Boots but they are more expensive.xx

 

[seraphim]

http://www.naturalhealthpractice.com/Fertility_Support_for_Men_P1954C339.cfm

After a bit of google research i came across these which seemed to cover everything in one and bought some for my OH.

They are a 3 times a day suppliment though which is more than my pregnacare.