What causes sperm crystallization?

Sperm crystallization is a common problem among men. Generally speaking, as long as it can be liquefied, sperm crystallization will not have a certain impact on male fertility. However, sperm crystallization is also a manifestation of poor sperm quality. When this problem occurs, men must take certain measures to improve sperm quality. The following is a detailed introduction to the relevant knowledge.

This is normal, as long as it can be liquefied.

The amount of semen ejaculated by a healthy adult male each time is 2 to 6 ml, and the color is grayish white or light yellow. The semen is viscous when it is just ejaculated, but it quickly coagulates into a jelly-like state under the action of coagulase secreted by the seminal vesicles, and then liquefies into a thin liquid within 30 minutes under the action of liquefaction enzymes secreted by the prostate.

1. Go to saunas and steam rooms less often. High-temperature steam baths directly damage sperm and inhibit sperm production.

2. Eat more green vegetables. Green vegetables contain vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, selenium and other ingredients that are beneficial to sperm growth. Nuts and fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, so you should also eat more of them to help sperm cell growth.

3. Exercise more. Studies have shown that excessive obesity in men can cause the temperature in the groin to rise, which can damage the growth of sperm and lead to infertility. Therefore, keeping weight within a standard range can improve sperm quality.

4. Quit smoking. Statistics show that 44% of people believe that smoking is the main factor that causes a decrease in sperm count, so quitting smoking is imperative.

5. Drink in moderation. Drinking a lot of alcohol can lead to a decline in sperm quality. Men should strictly follow the recommended amount of 14-28 standard drinks (containing 8-9 grams of alcohol) per day, and women should reduce it by half.

6. Put your cell phone in your coat pocket. Putting your cell phone in your pants pocket, your laptop on your knees, or wearing tight pants will increase the temperature of your scrotum and harm sperm, so you should put your cell phone in your coat pocket.

7. Relax your mind. Excessive mental stress also has a negative impact on the growth of sperm. So men should do something to relax themselves, such as taking a walk, taking a bath, etc., and then enjoy sex.

Self-testing. Often using tools to test your own semen.

1. Color: Normal semen is gray or milky white. Light yellow is seen in those with long intervals between ejaculations. Brownish red is seen in seminal vesiculitis, seminal vesicle tumors, prostatitis, and occasionally in urethral stones. Smell: A special fishy smell similar to carob or chestnut flowers.

2. Liquefaction: The semen just ejaculated is thick and jelly-like, and liquefies after about 3-30 minutes, becoming a thin liquid. Semen that does not coagulate is seen in congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens and absence of the seminal vesicle. Semen that does not liquefy for more than 30 minutes is seen in patients with prostate and seminal vesicle diseases. Increased semen viscosity is seen in abnormal secretion of the prostate's liquefaction enzyme system.

3. Semen volume: Normal 2-6ml, average 3ml, less than 1ml or more than 8ml are abnormal. Reduced volume is common in prostate and seminal vesicle lesions or retrograde ejaculation. Acidity: Normal pH is 7.0-7.8. Male friends with poor sperm quality should go to a regular professional andrology hospital for a physical examination.