Azoospermia
Pronunciation[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia is pronounced AY-zoh-oh-SPER-mee-uh)
Definition[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia is a condition in which there are no sperm in the semen when a man ejaculates.
Causes[edit | edit source]
This may be because the man does not make sperm or because the sperm is blocked from entering the semen.
Hormonal causes[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia may be caused by hormone problems also.
Genetic causes[edit | edit source]
Certain genetic conditions
Vasectomy[edit | edit source]
History of previous vasectomy or other surgery, or other conditions.
Cancer treatments[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia may also be caused by certain cancer treatments.
Infertility[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia can cause infertility or inability to produce children.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
Azoospermia usually presents with infertility, sometimes with reduced or loss of libido.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis is through history, physical examination, semen analysis, and imaging studies as needed. Check for history of hormone/steroid therapy, antibiotics, 5-ASA inhibitors (sulfasalazine), alpha-blockers, 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, chemotherapeutic agents, pesticides, recreational drugs (marijuana, excessive alcohol), and heat exposure of the testes, prior surgeries, or trauma etc.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Some conditions are treatable such as pre and post testicular azoospermia while testicular azoospermia is usually permanent.
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