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Does retrograde ejaculation affect sexual life?

By Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 09/04/2026

No. Men who have retrograde ejaculation can still achieve erection and climax. However, male fertility is indeed affected, which can lead to problems achieving a natural pregnancy. Additionally, retrograde ejaculation can also lead to psychological disturbances and a decrease in self-esteem.

 Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics.
License: 3435-CV
Embryologist. Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics. License: 3435-CV.