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I have low sperm volume. Will it result in infertility?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I feel that I have low sperm volume. We are trying for baby over the last four months. We used to have sex daily but only once as I have low volume of sperm. Sometime sperms come after intercourse. My wife has a regular 30 days of cycle. For past nine years, I am using Cetirizine daily for allergic rhinitis with doctor consultation.

When I used to have sex with three days gap I feel more sperm is coming out. Other than low sperm volume, we are not able to track the ovulation day too. Sometimes after intercourse I used to press and ejaculate the rest of sperms. Please suggest us to get a baby. Three years I worked in a petrochemical company. Now I resigned my job and planning for baby.

Please help us.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read and understood your problem.

  1. I would like to suggest you to get semen analysis done after two days abstaining from sex. If this test is normal then your wife will need tests, but you can wait few months for that.
  2. You can go for alternate day sex which is enough for pregnancy. But if desire is more you can have daily sex too.
  3. Do not depend on wife's ovulation day, have sex all through the month except period time. Do not make sex a calendar event, enjoy naturally.
  4. Meanwhile keep away from heat, chemical and smoking zones. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Avoid laptop on lap. Wear loose undergarments and keep your testes cooled by pressing them with wet towel for 5-10 minutes daily. Also reduce weight 8.8 to 11 pounds.

Revert back with the semen analysis report.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I am following your instructions. As per your suggestion my semen analysis has been attached with this message. After two days of abstinence I maximum tried to collect only 1 ml only may be because I masturbated.

Please advice further.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Hi

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

  1. Your semen report is normal (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Volume may be low due to incomplete ejaculation at laboratory.
  2. Eat more quantity of fruits, nuts and tomatoes. You do not need to take any medication.

For further information consult an infertility specialist online.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 4, 2015
Reviewed At June 12, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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