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Sperm viscosity
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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In most cases, the viscosity of semen is due to the inflammatory processes that arise in the adnexa of the sexual glands and testicles of men. It can be like prostatitis, vesiculitis, orchitis and epididymitis.
However, not all patients with all the above problems can have sperm viscosity. There is also a small probability of the development of this phenomenon in people abusing anabolics, steroids. In addition, this factor is affected by poor nutrition, alcohol and a violation of a healthy lifestyle.
In some cases, it is quite difficult to identify the real cause of semen viscosity. Then resort to idiopathic viscosypathy. To diagnose viscipathy is necessary at the first stages. The viscosity of the sperm is determined immediately after an hour after ejaculation. To do this, the "raw materials" need to be placed in a vessel and lower the glass rod there, then lift it upward. At this stage, a thread should be formed, the length of which is normally 2 cm. This indicates that the sperm is viscous enough.
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Too viscous semen indicates that in the adnexal sex glands there are inflammatory processes. Many harmful habits influence this process. Including, an incorrect way of life, alcohol abuse, and also the use of some medicinal preparations.
To determine the viscosity of sperm, it is sufficient to simply perform one analysis. So, after ejaculation, the sperm is mixed into a vessel and left for an hour. Then a glass rod descends into the container and rises upwards. When lifting, a thread must form. Its length should not be less than 2 centimeters.
In order to reduce the viscosity of sperm, it is necessary to take multivitamin complexes with zinc content. It is advisable to avoid diuretics, such as nicotine, caffeine and alcohol. These substances can cause dehydration. If you use them in large quantities, it will negatively affect the hydration, which is so necessary for the development of quality sperm.
In addition, you need to undergo a comprehensive examination of the prostate. In many cases, increased viscosity may indicate inflammatory processes in this area. All this is easily treated with antibiotics. Therefore, viscous semen is easily eliminated if this is indeed a problem.
Thick sperm
There is a phenomenon in which thick semen is formed. Why does this happen? If the sperm after ejaculation does not liquefy through time, then most likely the problem is in the inflammatory processes that have arisen in the male reproductive organs.
A dirty yellow or greenish tinge of seminal fluid occurs in diseases that are sexually transmitted. In this case, there is a special density of semen.
If the ejaculate has a sharp odor, and even painful feelings have joined it, then most likely it is inflammation. In this case, you should immediately seek help from a doctor. After all, problems can be really serious.
Sperm, which in its appearance resembles manna porridge with lumps, this symptom speaks of gluing spermatozoa. There is nothing wrong with this, but it can lead to problems with conception. In any case, the sperm should not be very thick. You can check this factor yourself.
Liquid sperm
Changes in viscosity and, especially, liquid sperm can indicate serious health problems.
The viscosity of sperm is affected not so few factors. Often the cause of the appearance of liquid sperm is with quite private ejaculations. In general, the ejaculate replaces its consistency in 10-30 minutes after the end of the sexual intercourse. This is due to the active action of enzymes. This phenomenon is quite normal. But if the sperm becomes liquid immediately, you need to look for a problem.
Determine the cause of viscosity can be with a spermogram. This analysis allows you to know how much sperm is suitable for conception. To find out the reason of this phenomenon, it is necessary to address for the help to the expert. He will conduct the necessary tests.
The viscosity of sperm affects the nutrition of men, stress, the frequency of sexual acts and the use of certain medications. Therefore, it is necessary to solve the problem with the attending physician. To pass analyzes and on the basis of them to define the reason of such phenomenon. Sperm becomes liquid for a reason.