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Immunonologic Infertility

Overview

Immunologic infertility in men refers to a condition where the immune system produces antibodies that attack sperm cells, impairing their function or ability to fertilize an egg.

Normally, the immune system protects the body from foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria, but in some cases, it may mistakenly identify sperm cells as foreign substances and initiate an immune response against them.

There are various ways in which immunologic infertility can manifest in men:

  • Antisperm antibodies
  • Sperm agglutination
  • Sperm immobilization

    • Causes

  • Testicular trauma or injury
  • Infections of the reproductive tract
  • Varicocele
  • Surgical procedures
  • Genetic factors
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Idiopathic causes

    • Symptoms

    Common symptoms and signs associated with immunologic infertility in men may include:

  • Difficulty achieving pregnancy
  • Abnormal semen analysis results
  • Recurrent miscarriages
  • Presence of antisperm antibodies

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Immunomodulatory therapy
  • Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
  • Sperm washing
  • Surgical interventions
  • Intratesticular injection of sperm (TESI)
  • Antisperm antibody removal

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

    Herbal remedies:

  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera
  • Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
  • Dong quai (Angelica sinensis)
  • Ginseng

    • Nutritional supplements:

  • Folic acid
  • Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
  • Omega-3 fatty acids

    • Caution

  • Consult with healthcare professionals
  • Evidence-based approach
  • Potential interactions and side effects
  • Safety considerations

    • Prevention

  • Balanced diet
  • Limiting caffeine and alcohol
  • Maintaining a healthy weight
  • Yoga and meditation

    • Category

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