What is the fertility of men at an advanced age?
With the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, more and more men choose to marry later and have children later. However, there are many doubts about the fertility of older men. Here, we will elaborate on the fertility of older men from four aspects.
The decline of sperm quality and quantity
With the increase of age, the quality and quantity of male sperm will decline. Research shows that after the age of 40, the vitality, morphology and concentration of sperm will be reduced, thus affecting the ability to conceive. In addition, elderly men are also more likely to suffer from chronic diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes, etc. These diseases will also adversely affect the quality of sperm.
In addition, the risk of DNA damage will also increase when men give birth at an advanced age. With the growth of age, DNA in sperm is prone to mutation, which may lead to some genetic problems, such as Down syndrome. Therefore, the risk of illness of children born to older men will also increase accordingly.
In conclusion, the fertility of older men will be affected by the decline of sperm quality and quantity and DNA damage.
Changes in sexual function and desire
With the growth of age, men's sexual function and desire will change to some extent. Research shows that male sexual desire will gradually decline after the age of 40, which may be related to the decline of testicular function. In addition, erectile function will also be affected, resulting in erectile difficulty or inability to maintain. These changes will affect the frequency and quality of sexual life, thus affecting fertility.
However, although male sexual function and desire will change, it does not mean that male fertility will be completely reduced at an advanced age. With the progress of science and technology, such as the application of in vitro fertilization and other technologies, even if the quality and quantity of sperm have declined, men still have the opportunity to achieve their reproductive aspirations.
Impact of reproductive system diseases
Older men may also suffer from some reproductive system diseases, such as prostate diseases, urinary tract infections, etc. These diseases will also affect fertility. For example, prostate disease may lead to a decline in semen quality, or even affect sperm motility. Urinary tract infection may affect the viability of sperm.
Therefore, the elderly male fertility needs to pay more attention to the maintenance and detection of reproductive system health, timely discover and treat potential diseases, so as to improve fertility.
Influence of psychological and social factors on fertility
In addition to physiological factors, psychological and social factors will also have an impact on male fertility at an advanced age. With the growth of age, some men may face pressure from work and family responsibilities, which may lead to decreased sexual desire or sexual dysfunction. In addition, the expectations of family and society will also bring pressure on men and affect their fertility intentions.
Therefore, in order to enhance the fertility of older men, in addition to paying attention to physical health, we also need to pay attention to the maintenance of mental health. Men can improve their fertility by reducing pressure and maintaining a positive attitude.
Summary
The fertility of older men will be affected by the decline of sperm quality and quantity, changes in sexual function and libido, reproductive system diseases, and psychological and social factors. However, the progress of science and technology and the improvement of life style have provided more choices for men to give birth at an advanced age, giving them the opportunity to realize their fertility aspirations. Therefore, the fertility of men at an advanced age is not completely restricted by age, but requires comprehensive consideration of physical and psychological factors to assess the potential of fertility.
