The quality of a man's sperm can sometimes affect whether a woman can successfully conceive. For men with long-term infertility, it may be due to low sperm survival rate. Since normal reproduction is not possible, is low sperm survival rate suitable for in vitro fertilization? What is the success rate of in vitro fertilization?
Can low sperm survival rate be tested in vitro
If the sperm survival rate is low, in fact, in vitro fertilization can also be considered. However, there are requirements for the selection of in vitro fertilization. Generally, if the sperm survival rate is low, the first generation of in vitro fertilization cannot be chosen. This is because the first generation of in vitro fertilization is mainly aimed at solving female infertility problems, such as fallopian tube blockage, ovulation disorders, cervical problems, immune factors, and other unknown factors. So we can't choose the first generation IVF, which one can we choose? This allows us to choose second-generation IVF, as it addresses male infertility.
Precautions for IVF
However, before undergoing in vitro fertilization, it is necessary to ensure the success of the second-generation IVF, which requires examination before proceeding. Although men have a low sperm survival rate, if doctors believe that IVF can be successfully completed through medication and food adjustments, then there is no problem. Communicate with the doctor before egg retrieval to determine which day to ejaculate, and then extract a high-quality sperm for in vitro fertilization surgery.
Before undergoing IVF egg retrieval, men should pay more attention to consuming appropriate amounts of protein, such as soybeans, fish, shrimp, eggs, cattle, sheep, pigs, etc. Women should also consume certain vitamins and folic acid if necessary to improve the success rate of IVF.
How to improve sperm survival rate
However, whether it is in vitro fertilization or normal reproduction, it is necessary to help men improve the survival rate of sperm. Before treatment, we need to understand the reasons for the low sperm survival rate in order to receive targeted treatment. In general, low sperm survival rate is considered to be related to epididymitis, seminal vesiculitis, or prostatitis. It is recommended to further check semen routine and perform reproductive system ultrasound examination.
In daily life, men need to supplement zinc, selenium, and protein necessary for sperm health to improve sperm quality and survival rate, shorten sperm liquefaction time, and enhance human immunity. However, Baike suggests that men should still go to a regular hospital for examination and receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
