In modern society, the probability of male infertility seems to be getting higher and higher. This is something that men are very afraid of, and it is a serious blow to a family that wants to have children.

So what causes male infertility?

1. Produce anti-sperm antibodies

When inflammation occurs in the male reproductive tract, such as prostatitis, seminal vesiculitis and other common inflammatory infections, or when it is damaged by trauma, high temperature, or chemical drugs, our body will experience hyperimmune function. And then a substance called anti-sperm antibodies is produced. At this time, the protective umbrella of sperm is destroyed. If sperm with anti-sperm antibodies enters a woman's body, it will prevent the sperm from combining with the egg. This is an important cause of male infertility.

2. Congenital causes

Some men suffer from congenital malformations of their sexual organs, which are generally difficult to correct in adulthood. However, if it can be discovered early in childhood, there is still hope that it can be corrected.

3. Structural abnormalities of spermatic vessels

This cause of male infertility accounts for about 30% of infertile patients. The spermatic cord is located in the venous plexus in the male's scrotum and groin, and communicates with the large blood vessels in the upper abdomen. The blood supplying the testicles needs to return to the large veins in the spermatic cord.

4. Hormone abnormalities

About 10% of male infertility is caused by abnormal hormone levels. Diseases such as high prolactin can cause abnormal development of male testicles and affect sperm motility. What's more, it can cause impotence. Some patients also develop pituitary tumors. The pituitary hormone secreted by it is also an important cause of male hormone abnormalities, which in turn causes male infertility.

5. Mental stress

Intense social competition and long-term mental stress are one of the main culprits of male infertility. Mental stress can easily lead to endocrine disorders. Since the neuroendocrine system plays an important role in the reproductive process, any disturbance in neuroendocrine balance may have adverse effects on reproductive function.