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? Causes and treatment of a low sperm count ( 69).
By Concha Leal Cariñena M.D. (gynecologist), Guillermo Quea Campos M.D. (gynecologist), José María Sánchez Jordán M.D. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Ricardo García Navas M.D. (urologist), Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 12/21/2021
