Question 1

Could general anesthesia such as used in surgery, lower sperm count or motility in men?

Accepted Answer

General anaesthesia has no lasting effect on your sperm. There s no evidence that it adversely affects it at all,  any effect is short-lived.

Question 2

Does masturbation affect sperm quality?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't affect quality. If one masturbates frequently, it can potentially decrease the sperm quantity.

Question 3

Can alcohol affect sperm quality?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is very large amounts will affect sperm count and quality.

Question 4

My husband has been on 50mg of sertraline daily for about a year. we are thinking of trying for another baby but i read that the medication can affect sperm quality and lead to defects. is this true? if so, how long should he be off it before we try?

Accepted Answer

Sertraline (Zoloft) is considered safe in pregnancy at this point, and no birth defects have been found to be statistically related to taking antidepresants.  Best is to have a current sperm analysis by a urologist prior to attempts at conception.

Question 5

Can flu affect sperm quality? no fever and he feels good , only coughing

Accepted Answer

Mild upper respiratory tract infection is usually caused by  adenovirus and requires no antibiotics. Clinically, URI will not affect the quality of semen and sperms. However,  if male infertility is a concern, a timely professional evaluation  and counseling is required so to define the potential reason for reasonable management.

Question 6

Is it safe to make a baby when on escitalopram (i'm a male).  i heard that ssris affect sperm quality. can it cause birth defects?

Accepted Answer

No hard data but doctors should always weigh the benefit of mom taking the SSRI vs the potential harm of the medication

Question 7

Does energy level affect sperm count ?

Accepted Answer

Energy level is mostly a state of mind rather than a physical attribute. If you have problems with your sperm count, you need to see a urologist and/or endocrinologist.

Question 8

Can humira (adalimumab) affect sperm count?

Accepted Answer

No Humira (adalimumab) does not damage sperm count

Question 9

Does cialis usage (3-4 times a month) affect sperm count?

Accepted Answer

Nope. Not in any way. Cialis does not have anything to do with testosterone or the testicles.  It mimics a natural hormone found in the veins at the base of the penis to cause venous constriction so that arterial blood can easier create a firm erection.

Question 10

Could excessive masturbation during youth affect sperm count in future?

Accepted Answer

That's just one more untruth, and whoever told you this is somebody that you should not trust. Learning about your body is an important task for a teen and one that should not carry a burden of unnecessary fear. It becomes "excessive" only when you are missing class, ball games, or opportunities to perhaps meet that special person. If this is the case, chat with your physician or a wise adult.

Does general anesthesia affect sperm quality

Could general anesthesia such as used in surgery, lower sperm count or motility in men?

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Does masturbation affect sperm quality?

Can alcohol affect sperm quality?

My husband has been on 50mg of sertraline daily for about a year. we are thinking of trying for another baby but i read that the medication can affect sperm quality and lead to defects. is this true? if so, how long should he be off it before we try?

Can flu affect sperm quality? no fever and he feels good , only coughing

Is it safe to make a baby when on escitalopram (i'm a male). i heard that ssris affect sperm quality. can it cause birth defects?

Does energy level affect sperm count ?

Can humira (adalimumab) affect sperm count?

Does cialis usage (3-4 times a month) affect sperm count?

Could excessive masturbation during youth affect sperm count in future?

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