When a male presents a low quantity of spermatozoa in the ejaculate, it may be due to a testicular cause, that is, a problem in the testicles.
- Cryptorchidism or incomplete descent of the testicles.
- Varicocele or dilatation of the veins of the spermatic cord.
- Hydrocele or accumulation of fluid in the testicle.
It should be noted that these are not the only testicular causes of oligozoospermia; some genetic alterations can also alter testicular function.
Read the full article on: What Is Oligospermia? – Low Sperm Count Causes & Treatment ( 67).
By Concha Leal Cariñena M.D. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Ricardo García Navas M.D. (urologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 12/21/2021
