The age of male fertility affects fertility
Male fertility refers to factors such as male sperm production, sperm quality and reproductive system function. With the growth of age, male fertility will also be affected to some extent. The following is a detailed description of the impact of male fertility on fertility from four aspects.
1. Sperm quality
With the growth of age, the sperm quality of men will decline, which is mainly reflected in the following aspects.
First, sperm concentration and total sperm count will decrease. Research shows that the concentration and total number of sperm in semen of men over 50 years old will be reduced by about 50% compared with men aged 20 to 30 years old.
Secondly, the morphology and motility of sperm will be weakened. With the growth of age, the probability of abnormal sperm morphology in men will increase, such as head deformity, tail deformity, etc. These morphological abnormalities will affect the fertilization ability of sperm. In addition, with the increase of age, the motility of sperm will also be weakened, thus reducing the probability of fertilization.
Therefore, men should pay attention when choosing the reproductive age, not too early or too late, to ensure the stability and good sperm quality.
2. Gene abnormality
The risk of men suffering from genetic diseases increases with age. Specifically, the increase in male age is related to the increase in the incidence of autosomal abnormalities, point mutations, chromosomal aberrations, gene mutations and other genetic abnormalities.
These genetic abnormalities may have a negative impact on the health of offspring, such as mental retardation, congenital heart disease, etc. Therefore, men should consider their own genetic history when choosing their childbearing age, and carry out gene testing before childbearing to avoid the risk of genetic diseases.
3. Reproductive system diseases
With the growth of age, the function of male reproductive system will gradually decline. Common problems include prostatic hyperplasia, sexual dysfunction, etc.
BPH can lead to problems such as urethral obstruction and difficulty in ejaculation, thus affecting normal sperm ejection. Sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation will also have a certain negative impact on fertility.
Therefore, men should consider their own reproductive system conditions when choosing their reproductive age, such as the need to treat prostate hyperplasia and other diseases in time to maintain the normal play of sexual function.
4. Living habits and environmental factors
The male's living habits and environmental factors also have a certain impact on fertility.
Eating habits: Bad eating habits such as high fat and high sugar diet will have a certain negative effect on sperm quality. It is suggested that men should adjust their diet before giving birth and take food rich in vitamins and minerals.
Smoking and alcoholism: smoking and alcoholism will have a negative impact on sperm quality and reduce fertility. Therefore, men should try to avoid smoking and drinking to ensure a healthy lifestyle.
Environmental factors: Long term exposure to toxic and harmful substances such as heavy metals and pesticides will also affect male fertility. Men should pay attention to avoiding long-term exposure to these harmful substances in life and work.
How to avoid the risk of elder childbearing
When choosing the childbearing age, men should make reasonable decisions according to their own conditions and changes in fertility to avoid the risk of elderly childbearing.
First, men should maintain good living habits, including healthy diet, moderate exercise, and avoiding smoking and alcohol abuse. This can improve sperm quality and reduce fertility risks.
Secondly, men can conduct gene testing before family planning to understand their own genetic status and avoid the risk of genetic diseases.
In addition, men should also regularly check the reproductive system, timely treat possible reproductive system diseases, and ensure the normal play of fertility.
Finally, when choosing the childbearing age, men should consider family, occupation and other practical factors, and fully communicate and negotiate with their partners to jointly develop a reasonable birth plan. We should not only pay attention to the fertility of individuals, but also take into account the health and growth of children, and contribute our own strength to the family and society.
summary
Male fertility will decline with age, mainly reflected in the weakening of sperm quality, the increase of genetic abnormalities, the occurrence of reproductive system diseases and the impact of living habits and environmental factors. In order to avoid the risk of childbearing at an advanced age, men should consider their own conditions and fertility changes when choosing the childbearing age, maintain healthy living habits, carry out genetic testing and reproductive system inspection, and work together with their partners to develop a reasonable birth plan. Only in this way can we ensure the smooth progress of childbearing and make contributions to the family and society.
