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My levels of semen are lower than normal during masturbation. How to fix it?

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Published At April 18, 2022
Reviewed AtAugust 20, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 26-year-old male that recently has had low levels of semen when I masturbate. However, there is no pain or swelling. I had gone to urgent care, and they told me I needed an ultrasound to make sure everything was clear. Is this normal in men? How can I fix it?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ankush Jairath

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The average semen volume is more than 1.5 ml (after 48 hours of abstaining). However, total volume can vary according to the frequency of masturbation. So if you are masturbating at a higher rate exceeding the production rate, then the volume might be low. If you want an accurate sperm analysis, get it done after four days of abstaining from sexual activity or masturbation.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Can you suggest if low semen can be associated with STDs?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ankush Jairath

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, it can be associated with STD (sexually transmitted disease) and tuberculosis. So whenever there is the involvement of the genital tract in STD, there is an inflammation, and healing occurs with fibrosis. Whenever fibrosis occurs, there can be constriction of the lumen carrying semen and hence low volume. But these things are very rare.

Thanks and Regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Ankush Jairath
Dr. Ankush Jairath

Urology

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