Infertility is not always a female problem. Approximately 30% cases are due to male infertility, 30% female infertility and the remaining 40% unexplained causes of various factors involving both partners.

In general, the male fertility process involves the production of healthy and mature sperm and getting the sperm to reach and fertilize an egg. Some men become infertile mainly because of abnormalities and defects in the male reproductive system.

Causes of Male infertility

Potential causes of male infertility are:

1.    Complete absence of sperm

2.    Low sperm count

3.    Abnormal sperm shape

4.    Problems with sperm movement

5.    Sperm that is completely immobile (necrozoospermia); the sperm may be alive and not moving, or they may be dead

6.    Problems with sperm delivery, due to sexual dysfunction, an obstruction, previous vasectomy, or retrograde ejaculation

7.    Problems with erections or other sexual problems

Symptoms of Male infertility

Signs and symptoms of testicular problems can include the following:

1.    Masses that are visible through the scrotum (requires physical exam)

2.    One testicle that is smaller than the other

3.    Small testicles

4.    High levels of FSH

5.    Low or no sperm production

6.    Abnormal sperm cells

7.    Pain and swelling of the testicles

8.    Difficulty urinating or ejaculating

9.    Slightly enlarged breast tissue

10.    Undescended testicles

Treatment of Male infertility

The treatment of male infertility depends upon the underlying cause. Several months to years of treatment are usually necessary to achieve fertility.

However, treatment is not currently available for all types of male infertility. As an example, there is no known treatment when the somniferous tubules have been severely damaged or are abnormal. These conditions include Klinefelter syndrome, micro deletions of the Y-chromosome, Sertoli cell only syndrome, and idiopathic infertility associated with azoospermia.

Home Remedies to Avoid Male infertility

There are several effective remedies for irregular menstruation and infertility. Following are some of the most useful natural cures:

1.    The most effective treatment is black gram. This is used to strengthen the womb and aid in treating all kinds of menstrual problems such as delayed menarche, failure to conceive and painful menstruation.

2.    Linseed soaked water is another great remedy for irregular menses and infertility.

3.    Consumption of kashayam prepared from linseed and black cumin seeds is also a good preparation for treating menstruation problems and infertility.

4.    Composition of sugar candy, vaal milagu, poppy seeds and almond when mixed with honey and clarified butter provides a good formulation for treating various problems related to womb including menstrual problems and infertility. You can consume this formulation with milk.

5.    Combination of Kungumapoo and milk is also effective.

6.    You can even try a mixture of ground almond peel, honey and water. Drink this mixture for several days and it will definitely relieve you from irregular menses.

7.    It is also advisable to avoid red meat and dairy products for better results in the treatment of irregular menses.

8.    Take a low fat and vegetarian diet.

9.    Avoid excess of sugar, caffeine, alcohol and other sweetened products.

10.    For infertility, you can even try mud pack on your stomach and sexual organs.

11.    Banyan tree root is an effective treatment for infertility.