According to the
Mayo Clinic website, Low sperm count is a health
condition in which the semen you ejaculate upon orgasm contains fewer
than 20 million sperm per milliliter of the excreted fluid. Although some men with a low count can still
produce children, low sperm count is a contributing factor in the
inability to fertilize a woman's egg. You can help increase your low
sperm count, however, by initiating herbal treatment, the Mayo Clinic
says. Always talk to a doctor before taking herbs for any condition.
Causes of Low Sperm Count
Low sperm count can be the result of multiple
health issues. Low counts can be cause by any problem in the production
and secretion of sperm, such as problems in the testicles, where sperm
are produced, the hypothalamus and pituitary glands, organs responsible
for producing hormones that initiate sperm production. Problems with
sperm count can also come from medical issues, such as sexually
transmitted diseases, lack of ejaculation, hormone imbalances and
certain medications. Environmental, diet and lifestyle choices are also
possible culprits. This is why the exact cause of your low sperm count
is rarely ever identified, says the Mayo Clinic site.
Symptoms of Low Sperm Count
Often, there are no symptoms of low sperm count
except for the inability to produce a child. However, certain medical
conditions or hormonal imbalances can cause you to experience symptoms
of a low count. These can include pain, swelling or lumps in the
testicle region, inability to achieve an erection, low sex drive and
loss or reduction in the growth of facial hair, says the site, according
to the Mayo Clinic.
Herbal Treatments
Ingesting one-fourth to one teaspoon of liquid
black cohosh extract three times daily can help with low sperm count.
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| Black Cohosh Root |
Using the same regimen with astragalus extract is also beneficial for
those with low counts. In addition, try ingesting 1 to 2 milliliters of
saw palmetto extract three times daily. You can also take saw palmetto
in tablet form; take one to three of these a day, according to the Baby
Zone website.
Warning
Herbal remedies don't usually have side effects if
taken properly, says the Urology channel site. However, even when taken
appropriately, herbal treatments can cause headaches or stomach pain as
a result of added ingredients in the herb's production, such as
synthetic additives, says the site. Herbs can also interact with certain
medications you are taking. In addition, overdose can lead to illness
and even death. For these reasons, speak with your health-care
professional if you experience any abnormal pain during treatment.
Considerations
Because diet and lifestyle affect sperm count,
increasing your intake of healthier food and drink or altering your
lifestyle choices, such as stopping smoking, may provide treatment. In
addition, although you have a low sperm count you may still be able to
produce children. Thus, be sure to consult your health care physician
before initiating herbal treatment to determine if herbal treatment is
required.
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