Can prostatitis affect pregnancy?
If prostatitis is mild, it generally does not affect fertility after treatment. However, if the condition is severe and not actively treated, it may impair the ability to conceive. The details are as follows:
In some patients with mild or moderate prostatitis, fertility may not be significantly affected. As long as routine semen analysis results are normal, individuals with prostatitis can still achieve natural conception and father children. The impact of prostatitis on fertility varies greatly among individuals. Some men can maintain normal fertility even while suffering from prostatitis.
Bacterial prostatitis may lead to increased white blood cells in semen, reducing sperm motility and count, thereby affecting fertility. In addition, inflammation may interfere with ejaculation, causing pain or difficulty during ejaculation. Timely antibiotic treatment can help prevent further progression of inflammation and protect fertility.
If you have prostatitis, it is recommended to seek prompt medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital, and consult a qualified physician regarding whether it is appropriate to prepare for pregnancy.