Low testosterone and no sperm count

Also, there can be problems of abnormal sperm shape morphology , movement motility or function. He has been off of the shot for 95 days with two tests that have confirmed zero sperm count. Men with low testosterone levels, called hypogonadism in medical terms and commonly known as low T, can still have enough of the hormone for sperm production. Reduced sex drive Fewer erections and weaker erections Loss of muscle mass Fatigue Mood swings Before entering into testosterone replacement therapy TRT , men should try lifestyle changes first. Who messed with the thermostat? Testosterone is a male sex hormone known as an androgen produced in the male testicles that is required for sperm production.

Now the gardener tending this orchid is the pituitary gland. This study is very encouraging and further supports the utility of testosterone replacement in younger men. How common is male infertility, and what are its causes? A testosterone test can also reveal if you might have a tumor in your ovaries that affects how much of the hormone your body produces.

I am on fertilaid and l-carnitine for the last 3 months we have trying for an year but only using ovulation kits for 3 months. Healthy diet and lifestyle choices are the foundation for healthy hormonal balance. Exercise releases testosterone into your body, helping with sperm production. Eat a diet rich in nutrient-dense foods and exercise!

Usually this test is performed in the morning when testosterone levels are usually at their highest. They are just as bad for you as testosterone injections. Low testosterone may also be caused by testicular cancer, early or late delayed puberty and kidney disease. Nonetheless, many men who have a low sperm count are still able to father a child. With all of this information, Dr. In many cases, the infertility caused by testosterone treatment can be reversed. Sara SDx June 5, at 1: