Morphology is simply the concern of the shape of the sperm and is another indicator of male fertility. Normal sperm have a smooth, oval head shape and have no abnormalities of the mid-piece or tail. WHO guidelines indicate that normal sperm morphology is present if there is [Read more...]
Low Sperm Motility
October 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A test result showing low sperm motility is an indication that the sperm are not moving quickly or in a forward fashion (toward the egg). With low sperm motility, the sperm have difficulty reaching the egg, making conception more difficult. According to the WHO, motility which is greater than [Read more...]
Low Sperm Count
October 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Performing a sperm count provides a reasonable indication as to how fertile a man may be. Under current World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, sperm counts are considered normal if there are more than 20 million sperm per ml (2). Multiple research studies have indicated that acupuncture can increase the [Read more...]
Male Factor Infertility: Natural Solutions for Men
October 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Chinese medicine has treated male infertility for centuries.
Many are surprised to discover that 40% of infertility cases are due to male related factors (1). Problems such as low sperm count, structural abnormalities and immunological disorders are just a few of the conditions which can affect a male’s ability to conceive. Lifestyle, genetics and physiological changes also influence male fertility levels and all play a role in a couples ability to conceive. [Read more...]
Common Herbal Medicine Formula Boosts Sperm Count
May 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Interested in boosting your semen quality? The Chinese herbal formula called “Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang” has long been used to improve semen parameters (motility and count especially) in men with idiopathic infertility (unknown infertility) and now there is research to back it up.Males with Sub-fertility: Are You Supplementing with Antioxidants?
April 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It has long been hypothesized that oxidative stress can affect sperm health and consequently reduce male fertility.Typical sources of oxidative stress include
