What should be done for low sperm motility in men?

Only healthy sperm from men can successfully fertilize a woman’s egg, thereby enabling the conception of a healthy next generation. What should be done if a man has low sperm motility?

What to Do for Low Sperm Motility in Men

Treatment options for male asthenozoospermia (low sperm motility) include oral medication therapy: • Zinc supplementation: Zinc deficiency commonly impairs spermatogenic function of the testicular epithelium. Zinc ions participate in both spermatogenesis and sperm differentiation, and also modulate sperm cell membrane permeability. • Oral testosterone undecanoate: This is particularly effective for patients with impaired spermatogenesis secondary to low testosterone levels.

After oral administration of testosterone undecanoate, most patients experience significant improvement in symptoms—including asthenozoospermia, oligozoospermia, and reduced sperm motility—caused by insufficient testosterone levels. • Oral vitamin E: Vitamin E demonstrably enhances sperm motility and vitality. In cases of severe symptoms, prompt medical consultation is essential.

Additionally, surgical intervention may be considered: Varicocele—particularly of the left spermatic cord—can cause venous tortuosity within the scrotum, leading to elevated local temperature, impaired spermatogenic epithelium function, and consequently reduced sperm motility. Severe left-sided varicocele warrants timely high ligation of the left spermatic vein. We hope this information proves helpful to you.