The condition in which a man's semen contains no live sperm, or the body cannot produce live sperm cells, is defined as azoospermia. For an egg to be fertilised, live, motile and strong sperm cells are needed.
Men diagnosed with azoospermia often assume they are permanently infertile, yet infertility caused by azoospermia is not a permanent condition. Azoospermia belongs to the class of treatable infertility and can be managed with both medical treatments and supportive natural approaches.
The key point in azoospermia treatment is early diagnosis and starting treatment without delay. As the condition progresses, infertility moves towards becoming permanent.
Types of Azoospermia
Azoospermia is divided into two groups: obstructive azoospermia and non-obstructive azoospermia. Which group a patient belongs to is determined after the tests performed by the doctor.
How Does Azoospermia Affect Fertility?
Azoospermia causes a high degree of psychological anxiety and stress in men. It has a wearing effect on couples who wish to have children. The effects of azoospermia are, however, largely limited to these psychological factors.
When treated periodically by a specialist, azoospermia does not create permanent infertility and does not prevent the partner from becoming pregnant. If diagnosis and treatment are delayed, infertility can settle in and become permanent.
