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The more sperms you have, the easier it is to have children. On ejaculation, each ml of semen contains at least 15 million sperms. If the number is lower, you can still have children, but it will be more difficult. To increase sperm count, you can take measures to protect sperm from harmful substances, practice a healthy lifestyle, and cure potential illnesses.

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Method 1 of 3: Protect sperm

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   Don't smoke, and if so, you should quit this habit. Smoking is associated with decreased sperm count and quality. They can be deformed and have reduced mobility, making it difficult to conceive. If you quit smoking, you can significantly improve your sperm count.
   • Consult your doctor, join a treatment plan, or see a specialist. If you are using nicotine replacement therapy, ask your doctor if it is affecting your sperm count.
   • Talk to friends and family.
   • Join an outside or online support group.
   • Get support through the free hotline. Look up phone numbers on the internet or contacts.

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   Minimize or stop drinking alcohol. Excess alcohol intake can affect testosterone levels and sperm production. If you are concerned about your drinking habits causing a decrease in sperm count and you need help quitting the habit, there are a few methods you can take:
   • Join a detox program for medical advice while you are quitting alcohol.
   • Seek support from a counselor or local support group.
   • Seek advice alone or with a partner or relative.
   • Use medicine to curb cravings. If you are trying to have a baby, talk to your doctor before taking the medicine.
   • Participate in an inpatient treatment program for ongoing medical and emotional support.

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   Do not use drugs. Many drugs can damage the testicles or sperm. In addition, street stimulants are not quality controlled, which means the ingredients can contain toxins that are dangerous to sperm. Each type and amount of chemicals used will cause different effects.
   • Coke and marijuana can reduce sperm count and quality.
   • Synthetic steroids have the ability to atrophy the testicles and limit sperm production.

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   Do not use industrial chemicals or in an environment that is harmful to the sperm. If exposure to these substances is required on your job, you should wear protective clothing and talk to your doctor about whether it will affect the sperm. The more you expose, the lower the sperm count. These substances include:
   • Benzene
   • Scotland
   • Xylene
   • Herbicide
   • Pesticides
   • Organic solvents
   • paint
   • Lead
   • Heavy metal

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   Reduce your risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STD). STDs can damage the testicles, stop sperm production, or affect the vas deferens. You can reduce your risk of getting this disease by being faithful to a non-infected partner or by always using a condom when having sex with multiple sex partners.
   • Wear a condom before having sex and use it during sex.
   • If a condom breaks, you need to replace it immediately.
   • Do not use the expired condom. This type is very easy to tear.

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   Screening tests to detect sexually transmitted diseases. Most STDs can be cured with the right medication. Timely treatment has the effect of improving the body's sperm count. The longer you get infected, the more likely you are to get serious illness and your reproductive system is at risk of serious damage. Sexually transmitted diseases that reduce sperm count include:
   • Chlamydia (causing urethritis in men or infertility)
   • Gonorrhea
   • Prostatitis
   • HIV
   • Testicular inflammation

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   Consult with your doctor about whether medications affect sperm count. You should not stop the drug, but first consult with your doctor to change to another drug if the old one is the cause of the decrease in sperm count. Some medications that can affect your sperm count or your pregnancy include:
   • Synthetic steroids
   • Certain antibiotics and antifungal drugs
   • Some drugs to treat boils
   • Testosterone replacement therapy
   • Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy
   • Calcium channel blockers
   • Tricyclic antidepressants

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   Maintain a cool environment. Squeezing can affect sperm production. If you are exposed to high temperatures, discuss the risk of sperm reduction with your doctor. You can protect your satellites by:
   • Wear loose underwear
   • Stop the steam and take a hot shower
   • Do not put the laptop on your lap
   • Limit continuous sitting. This is essential for men who are drivers and have to sit for long periods of time.

Method 2 of 3: Increase sperm count with a healthy lifestyle

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   Maintain sperm health with a healthy diet. Foods containing antioxidants are known to keep sperm healthy. Antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E, cesium, carotenoid, beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. The following fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and beans are excellent sources of antioxidants:
   • Cruciferous fruits like raspberries, red berries, and blueberries
   • Other fruits include pears, apples, grapes, citrus, peaches, nectarine, cherries, plums, prunes, banana, kiwi, mango, papaya, pineapple, pomegranate, tomato, and olives.
   • Vegetables and fruits include artichokes, okra, kale, bell peppers, asparagus, broccoli, and red cabbage.
   • Red sweet potatoes eat with the skin
   • Nuts such as pecans, pistachios, pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flax seeds
   • Lentils, soybeans and rolled beans

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   Protect sperm through exercise. Exercise increases the body's antioxidant enzyme levels and control body weight due to being overweight is linked to a decrease in sperm count. Doctors often recommend:
   • 75-150 minutes of physical activity per week, such as walking, jogging, swimming, or playing sports.
   • Do strength training exercises like lifting weights twice a week.

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   Reduce stress. Stress hormones can decrease libido, interfere with performance, and affect sperm count. You can develop stress management skills by:
   • Do exercise. The body will produce endorphins for mental excitement and relaxation.
   • Apply relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, yoga, meditation, peaceful visualization, progressive contraction and relaxation of muscle groups, massage, listening to music, or participating in artistic activities
   • Find a counselor or join a support group
   • Talk to friends and family

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   Get enough sleep. Lack of sleep has a risk of reducing sperm count by nearly 30%. Most adults need eight hours of sleep each night. You can adjust your sleeping habits by:
   • Go to bed at the same time each night.
   • Reduce your caffeine, caffeine, and alcohol consumption. These substances can affect sleep.
   • Your bedroom should be dark and quiet when you begin to fall asleep.
   • Limit naps.
   • Practice a lot. This helps you feel tired at night and makes it easier to fall asleep.

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   Help your partner keep track of the date of ovulation. Women usually ovulate on the 14th day of their cycle. The ideal time to have sex is one to two days before ovulation. A woman can track ovulation through:
   • Note changes in the body manifesting ovulation, such as lower abdominal pain
   • Be aware that a heavy discharge of clear vaginal discharge may be a sign of ovulation
   • Take your temperature in the morning. A woman's resting temperature is usually higher during ovulation.
   • Buy an ovulation test kit at the pharmacy. This type helps to detect elevated hormone levels in the urine before ovulation.

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   Strengthen relationships to conceive. Sperm can survive in a woman's genital tract for a few days. Even with low sperm count, conception can still take place when:
   • Both relationships did not use contraception every day or every other day.
   • Sex four days before ovulation.

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   Using a lubricant does not affect sperm during "love". In particular, Astroglide, K-Y jelly, lotions, and saliva can interfere with sperm motility. Instead, you should choose categories like:
   • Baby oil
   • Rape oil
   • Egg-white
   • Commercial Pre-Seed production

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   Consult with your doctor whether herbal or dietary supplements are right for you. This type has no therapeutic effect and only aids in substance deficiencies. Talk to your doctor before taking supplements because some can interfere with how other drugs work or be dangerous if taken in high doses or for a long time. Additionally, supplements are not dose controlled like medications. However, a few of the following can be helpful:
   • Vitamin C strengthens the immune system and prevents sperm from clumping. This helps the sperm force to easily move to the egg.
   • Vitamin E prevents dry sperm heads and helps them live longer.
   • Vitamins B6 and B12 promote healthy sperm production.
   • Cesium prolongs sperm life.
   • Zinc helps increase sperm count and helps them to move easily.

Method 3 of 3: Eliminate potential disease risk

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   See your doctor if it is difficult to have children. Most people find they have low sperm count after having trouble conceiving. See your doctor if you can't get pregnant after more than a year or if you have other symptoms. This behavior may signal other potential hazards:
   • Decreased libido
   • Erectile dysfunction
   • Ejaculation problem
   • Painful or swollen testicles
   • Have surgery on the groin, testicles, penis, or scrotum before
   • Genital injury
   • Cancer treatment. Treatments can reduce sperm count.
   • Hidden testicles
   • Cystic fibrosis obstructs the passage of sperm
   • Hormonal abnormalities
   • Organ disease. You can enhance fertility by eliminating glucose from your diet.

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   Semen analysis. By using a microscopic sperm count, your doctor can determine if the sperm count is low. The doctor will test at least two samples. You can collect a semen sample by:
   • Masturbate into the container provided by the doctor
   • Provide the entire amount of semen
   • Do not have sex for one to eleven days before giving the sample
   • Do not use lubricants

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   Test thoroughly. Depending on the problems that arise, the doctor will conduct the following additional analyzes:
   • Examine the genitals with the naked eye.
   • Ask questions about sex life, sex development, illness, trauma, surgery, and genetic disorders in families.
   • Ultrasound of the scrotum to determine no structural problems have arisen.
   • Hormonal testing to make sure it is enough for sperm production.
   • Check the urine for sperm or not to determine if there is no retrograde ejaculation. If this happens, sperm will go to the bladder.
   • Genetic testing is designed to check if you have a genetic disorder
   • Testicular biopsy. During this test, the doctor uses a needle to remove sperm to see if the body is making enough sperm. This measure helps determine if the body is blocked or not.
   • The sperm antibody test is used to determine if the immune system is affecting the sperm.
   • Check the survival level of the sperm after ejaculation, the ability to reach and penetrate the egg.
   • Trans rectal ultrasound is used to detect prostate problems and blockages in the vas deferens and seminal vesicles.

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   Discuss treatment with your doctor and your partner. Depending on the cause of the low sperm count, you can use one of the following treatments:
   • Antibiotics to treat infections. In many cases, if the infection is caught early, it will not cause a serious problem.
   • Erectile dysfunction counseling or medication.
   • Medicines that regulate hormone concentrations.
   • Surgery to reverse vasectomy, vasectomy, treat swelling of a vein running in the testicle, or direct sperm out of the testicle or testicle.
   • Fertility technology assisted treatment. This is done by inserting sperm directly into the genital tract, insemination in a test tube, or injecting sperm directly into the egg. Treatment will depend on whether the sperm is able to move to fertilize after it is inserted into the genital tract.
   • Artificial insemination. This is the last resort if every attempt to have children has failed.