Will sex before the day of semen analysis affect the report?

Question

Hi doctor,

In my semen analysis, the semen count is 66. But, there are 95% dead cells. Ultrasound scan revealed that I have varicocele. Can varicocele operation improve the quality of semen? I made sex the day before the analysis. Did it make the difference?

Answer 1

Hi,

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Your sperm count is good, but the motility is low. If you plan fertility treatments early, then that will be better.

What is the grade of the varicocele? If it is mild, then no need for surgery.

Please get 3 hour glucose tolerance test also to rule out diabetes.

You can start antioxidants in the meantime to improve sperm quality.

For further information consult an infertility specialist online.

Answer 2

Hi,

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Please get a sperm function test called sperm apoptosis from good laboratory. Repeat sperm count and motility with the same sample.

From the result we can plan the treatment option. The test has to be done with minimum three days abstinence.

For further information consult an infertility specialist online.