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Men who have poor diets or who have specific deficiencies in vitamin
C, selenium, zinc or folate are at far greater risk for low sperm count.
Overheating the testicles can cause temporary low sperm counts and
this can be caused by things like saunas, hot tubs, high fever or even
wearing underwear that causes the testicles to sit too close to the heat
of the body. Combat this by wearing boxer shorts.
Surprisingly, one of the leading causes of impotence and infertility in
men is bicycling. This is because pressure from the bike seat can
damage sensitive blood vessels and nerves that cause erections and
conduct blood flow to the perineum (the area between the scrotum
and the anus). This can damage the testicles and scrotum, reducing
sperm production.
Infertility specialists will happily prescribe drugs and medication to
increase sperm count and boost sperm production. Incidentally, these
are similar to those that stimulate ovulation. Side effects of drugs such
as clomiphene and hMG can cause blurred vision, weight gain and
even liver damage.
Yet there are many, many natural ways to increase sperm count
without resorting to drugs or medications.
Male Tube Blockages
Infertility in men can sometimes be caused by tubal blockages in the
vas deferens or epididymis (these are the tubes that transport sperm).
The most common cause of male tube blockage is varicose veins
within the testicles. However, some sexually transmitted diseases,
such as Chlamydia or gonorrhea can also cause blockage problems.