Seminal infections can be an important factor in male sterility. We speak of seminal infection when germs are present in the semen. These pathogenic micro-organisms in the semen can come from any part of the seminal tract, mainly the urethra, prostate, seminal vesicles and/or epididymis.
Infections at these levels can cause, by different mechanisms, a deterioration of semen quality. At the level of the seminogram, this results in a decrease in semen quantity, a reduction in sperm motility (asthenoazoospermia), altered sperm morphology (teratospermia) and increased sperm DNA fragmentation.
Read the full article on: Sperm Infections: orchitis, epididymitis and prostatitis ( 51).
Paula Fabra Roca
M.D., M.Sc.
Gynecologist
Dr. Paula Fabra has a degree in Medicine and Surgery and specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She also has a Master's degree in Assisted Human Reproduction.
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