Azoospermia Facts Sheet

 Azoospermia Facts Sheet

1. Definition: Azoospermia is a condition where a person has no measurable sperm in their semen.
2. Types: It can be categorized into three types:
   • Post-testicular azoospermia: A blockage or missing connection along the reproductive tract prevents sperm from exiting.
   • Testicular azoospermia: Poor or no sperm production due to testicular disorders or damage.
   • Pretesticular azoospermia: Normal testicles but insufficient hormonal stimulation for sperm production.
3. Common Condition: Azoospermia affects about 1% of all people assigned male at birth (AMAB).
4. Infertility Cause: It accounts for 10%-15% of infertility cases in men and people AMAB.
5. Symptoms: Usually, there are no noticeable symptoms until attempting to conceive.
6. Causes: Underlying causes include obstruction, genetics, or hormone imbalances.
7. Treatment Options: Medication, surgery, and assisted reproductive techniques like IVF can help.
8. Biological Children: Having azoospermia doesn’t necessarily mean one can’t have biological children.
9. Sperm Absence: A complete absence of sperm is called azoospermia.
10. Low Sperm Count: A low sperm count is considered lower than normal if there are fewer than 15 million sperm per milliliter of semen.
11. Rare Condition: Azoospermia is rare, affecting only about 1% of men.
12. Infertility Impact: It contributes to male infertility.
13. Not Aspermia: Azoospermia is not the same as aspermia, which is the complete absence of seminal fluid upon ejaculation.
14. Infertility Diagnosis: Couples are considered infertile after about a year of unsuccessful attempts at conception.
15. Diagnostic Tests: Diagnosis involves semen analysis and hormonal testing.
16. Lifestyle Factors: Avoiding excessive heat and maintaining a healthy weight may help prevent azoospermia.
17. Early Diagnosis: Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential for managing this condition.