Often the cause of infertility in the family are problems with men's health. The presence of these problems can be ascertained by means of the analysis of sperm-spermogram. To obtain it, the sample is examined under a microscope and several parameters are singled out: the number of spermatozoa per one milliliter of sperm, the motility of the spermatozoa and their morphological analysis (structure, form). In addition, the study gives an idea of the number of leukocytes in the spermogram, sexually transmitted diseases and the presence of antisperm antibodies. These diseases can occur in any part of the reproductive organ: genital tubes, testicles, vas deferens.
For the exact result of the analysis, a man should refrain from ejaculating for several days. A sample for research is obtained by masturbation and collection of material in a special container.
The presence of leukocytes in the spermogram
Spermogrammaking complicates the fact of the similarity of immature cells of spermatozoa with leukocyte round cells. Therefore, for the analysis used special dyes, staining these cells. The presence of leukocytes in the sperm can negatively affect the functions of spermatozoa and as a result of this cause infertility. If the detected number of white blood cells exceeds the norm, a more detailed study - bacteriological sperm seeding - may be needed.
Increased white blood cell count in spermogram
Often spermogram gives disappointing results due to the high number of leukocyte cells. This can occur due to inflammation of the spermatic glands or prostate diseases.
The norm of leukocytes in the spermogram is up to 1 million / ml (up to 3-5 cells in the field of view). All that is higher than these indicators is called leukocytospermia. It is observed in about 20% of men who suffer from the inability to conceive a child. The main cause of this disorder are infectious diseases and inflammatory processes of male genital organs. With elevated leukocytes in the spermogram, the leukocyte cells are activated under the influence of antigenic stimulation. They produce active oxygen radicals (hydrogen peroxide, superoxide anion, hydroxyl radical, etc.). Antibacterial redox mechanisms contribute to the accumulation of radicals. A sharp increase in their number with the interaction of neutrophils leads to a "respiratory explosion," thereby turning hydrogen peroxide into an aggressive acid with a low amount of chlorine. This process is directed to the destruction of bacteria that enter the body, while damaging the spermatozoon membranes. A high concentration of oxygen radicals of sperm affects the phospholipids of cell membranes and leads to peroxidation of fatty acids in membranes. This leads to cell death. Usually, the presence of oxygen radicals does not entail any problems, even on the contrary they are necessary
Treatment
With an increased number of leukocytes in the spermogram, treatment is prescribed, directed at the root cause. Thus, if leukospermia is caused by prostatitis, all medical measures will be aimed at restoring the normal activity of the prostate gland, if other inflammatory process, it means that this painful process should be treated. In addition, doctors recommend the prevention of male diseases to eat foods rich in vitamin E and zinc. Cilantro, celery, parsley, dried fruits and honey will strengthen men's health.