• Sperm count, motility and morphology are all critical to conception. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • The morphology of a sperm cell refers to its size and shape. (healthline.com)
  • Abnormal morphology of sperm cells can make it difficult for pregnancy to take place. (healthline.com)
  • It noted that some studies - both in animal models and in humans - suggest that cannabis can cause abnormal morphology in sperm, which can in turn affect fertility. (healthline.com)
  • Dan, it turned out, had low sperm motility and count along with abnormal morphology (sperm size and shape)-factors that all affect a couple's ability to conceive. (wellandgood.com)
  • The semen analysis commonly looks at semen volume, sperm count or density, sperm motility and the shape of the sperm also known as the morphology. (sbivf.com)
  • To impregnate a woman, three important factors were considered: sperm concentration, sperm morphology, and motility. (bigthink.com)
  • Common reasons for male infertility are low sperm concentration (oligospermia), poor sperm motility (asthenospermia), and abnormal sperm morphology (teratospermia). (ndtv.com)
  • The samples were cross-checked for sperm concentration, total sperm count, progressive motility and normal morphology. (dailymail.co.uk)
  • Thankfully, the motility wasn't disastrously low and there weren't any issues with morphology-the size and shape of the sperm-or my sperm counts," says Waldman, whose book, Swimming Aimlessly: One Man's Journey through Infertility and What We Can All Learn from It , comes out in March. (todaysparent.com)
  • Sperm shape (morphology) is the number of sperm that have a normal shape. (medlineplus.gov)
  • It found that regular cannabis smoking - defined as more than once a week - was associated with 28 percent lower sperm concentration and a 29 percent lower total sperm count. (healthline.com)
  • Those who used cannabis more than once a week alongside other recreational substances had a 52 percent lower sperm concentration and 55 percent lower total sperm count. (healthline.com)
  • Looking at 662 penis-having folks who attended a fertility center, researchers found that people who had smoked cannabis in the past had a higher sperm concentration than those who had never smoked cannabis. (healthline.com)
  • In men, acupuncture can improve sperm motility, volume and concentration as well as increase libido. (healthy.net)
  • Routine tests for men include assessment of sperm concentration (quantity), motility (how well they are able to move toward the egg), and volume of semen (amount of fluid produced). (conceivingconcepts.com)
  • Lower sperm concentration and motility, contrasted with office workers, were seen in some equipment installation, maintenance, and repair occupations. (cdc.gov)
  • Lower sperm concentration was seen in participants who noted work exposure to lead that went on for 3 months or longer compared with those not exposed, This decrement in semen quality was increased further in those who also had lead exposure outside of work. (cdc.gov)
  • Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School found that while eating high amounts of saturated fats decreased the sperm count and concentration, eating omega-3 polyunsaturated fats actually improved the quality of semen. (ndtv.com)
  • Semen collected in the spring months of March, April and May had the greatest concentration of sperm. (dailymail.co.uk)
  • These dilated veins expose the testicles to a lot of heat and they can impair the sperm count, the concentration of the sperm, the movement of the sperm and the quality of the sperm," explains Premal Patel, a urologist with a focus on male fertility, based in Winnipeg. (todaysparent.com)
  • Sperm concentration measures how close together the sperm are in your semen. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Most of the time, male infertility is due to low sperm count , low sperm motility , or abnormal sperm. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • Male infertility and subfertility accounts for roughly half of the 10-15% prevalence of overall failure to conceive a child. (cdc.gov)
  • Reactive oxygen species contribute to male infertility by damaging sperm DNA and motility. (renalandurologynews.com)
  • If you're having trouble conceiving, it could be due to male infertility. (todaysparent.com)
  • When the male partner contributes to infertility, Keith Jarvi, a urologist and male infertility expert at Mount Sinai hospital in Toronto, says there's either "something that affects sperm production or something that blocks the sperm from coming out. (todaysparent.com)
  • Unfortunately, the use of a personal lubricant is often discouraged by fertility experts because leading lubricants like K-Y are known to adversely affect sperm. (businesswire.com)
  • However, a recently released study has shown that Pre-Seed® Fertility-Friendly personal lubricant is not only safe for use when trying to conceive, sperm actually performs significantly better with Pre-Seed than other lubricants on important fertility measures. (businesswire.com)
  • Of the nine different commercial lubricants tested, Pre-Seed Fertility-Friendly personal lubricant had significantly better results for measures like progressive sperm motility and sperm vitality. (businesswire.com)
  • Vitality was also measured to determine whether lubricant exposure is toxic to sperm cells. (businesswire.com)
  • Her research led her to invent Pre-Seed's patented "fertility-friendly" lubricant formula that is clinically shown to be safe for couples trying to conceive. (businesswire.com)
  • Pre Conceive Plus is a scientifically-advanced lubricant that is formulated to increase sperm survival and encourage successful fertilization. (pharmacytimes.com)
  • BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, January 23, 2014 /24-7PressRelease/ -- DI Beauty & Care selected Conceive Plus Fertility Lubricant for national ranging in all of there stores across the country. (conceiveplus.com)
  • SASMAR'S Conceive Plus fertility friendly personal lubricant product has been clinically proven to maintain sperm viability, sperm motility and was recently cleared by the USA FDA as gamete, fertilization and embryo compatible, for use by couples trying to conceive. (conceiveplus.com)
  • Conceive Plus is a Fertility-friendly personal lubricant that is FDA cleared safe for use when you are trying to conceive! (conceiveplus.eu)
  • Use Conceive Plus like you would a regular lubricant, available in a multi-use flip-top tube and in pre-filled applicators that are really easy, and convenient to use. (conceiveplus.eu)
  • Conceive Plus® is a personal lubricant, for penile and/or vaginal application, intended to moisturize and lubricate, to enhance the ease and comfort of intimate sexual activity and supplement the body's natural lubrication. (conceiveplus.eu)
  • For generations (and likely much longer), the blame for an inability to conceive fell on a woman's shoulders. (bigthink.com)
  • Overview of Infertility Infertility is usually defined as the inability to conceive after 1 year of regular, unprotected sexual intercourse. (msdmanuals.com)
  • It is defined as the inability to conceive after 1 year of properly timed, unprotected intercourse. (medscape.com)
  • Problems such as a low sperm count or sperm that don't move properly can cause infertility , which is the inability to conceive a baby after a year of trying. (medlineplus.gov)
  • In assessing male factor infertility, there are three main issues to consider and all of them have to do with sperm. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • IVF treatment is given where a totally fertile woman cannot conceive because of her male partner's infertility. (mumsnet.com)
  • Test Tube Baby (IVF ) is an assisted reproductive technique done in the treatment for infertility where the eggs and sperms from the intended couple are allowed to fertilize outside the body in the laboratory and placed in the uterus of the intended mother. (pearltrees.com)
  • But given that it takes a sperm and an egg to create a child, why are we collectively overlooking male contributions to infertility? (wellandgood.com)
  • up to 15 percent of men with infertility don't produce sperm at all . (wellandgood.com)
  • Varicocele, swollen veins in the scrotum that can cause low sperm count , affects an estimated 40 percent of men with infertility. (wellandgood.com)
  • Men with Cushing's syndrome have low sperm motility, erectile dysfunction, low libido and other infertility issues. (novaivffertility.com)
  • A semen analysis can help figure out if a problem with semen or sperm is likely to be causing infertility. (medlineplus.gov)
  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--( BUSINESS WIRE )--For couples trying to conceive, the pressure of planning intercourse around ovulation can be incredibly stressful. (businesswire.com)
  • Dr. Ellington realized that many couples were using lubricants that killed sperm. (businesswire.com)
  • It's one of several techniques that can help couples who are struggling to conceive naturally. (netmums.com)
  • When this normal process of fertilization does not take place in couples who plan to have baby advanced techniques of Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART) are done to increase the chances of conceiving a healthy baby. (pearltrees.com)
  • The significant DI presences in Belgium cities provides trying to conceive couples a convenient destination to purchase both the Conceive Plus pre-filled applicators and Conceive Plus multi-use tube. (conceiveplus.com)
  • We are very happy to have both versions of the Conceive Plus product available for trying to conceive couples in DI stores. (conceiveplus.com)
  • Our mission at Conceive Plus is to try and help as many couples read two stripes on their pregnancy tests as possible. (conceiveplus.eu)
  • Conceive Plus® is compatible with sperm, oocytes, and embryos and can be used by couples trying to conceive. (conceiveplus.eu)
  • HIV & IVF: Can Fertility Treatment Help Discordant Couples Conceive? (reuniterx.com)
  • This option is excellent for discordant lesbian couples who plan to get pregnant using donor sperm. (reuniterx.com)
  • For discordant couples, the main benefit of IVF is that sustained viral load only has to be achieved for a short period of time when the sperm sample is collected and egg retrieval is performed. (reuniterx.com)
  • In at least 40 percent of couples, sperm (or lack of) is the problem. (bigthink.com)
  • Couples with high cholesterol levels take longer to conceive. (ndtv.com)
  • A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism concluded that couples or either of the partner with high cholesterol found it difficult to conceive as compared to other couples. (ndtv.com)
  • For couples trying to conceive a baby this wouldn't be the strangest routine imaginable, and Taiwanese start-up Aidmics is hoping to make this a reality with a gadget that lets you analyse sperm from the comfort of your own home. (alphr.com)
  • The technology could be a useful piece of kit for couples having trouble conceiving. (alphr.com)
  • One in six couples in Canada is infertile-defined as being unable to conceive a baby naturally after a year of trying-and difficulties with the male's ability to produce healthy sperm, or the sperm's inability to get where it needs to go, play a role somewhere between 30 and 50 percent of the time. (todaysparent.com)
  • Sperm treated with Pre-Seed showed significantly higher progressive motility than all the other lubricants. (businesswire.com)
  • For fertilization to actually take place, sperm needs to be able to move to the egg, which is why motility is important. (healthline.com)
  • Motility is the most important predictor of sperm transport and subsequent fertilization. (businesswire.com)
  • The product contains ingredients shown to enhance sperm survival and motility, promote binding of sperm to eggs, and facilitate the process of fertilization. (pharmacytimes.com)
  • Both of these measures impact the ability of sperm to perform egg fertilization. (conceivingconcepts.com)
  • Test Tube baby is a non-medical term for babies that are conceived using the artificial reproductive technique of in-vitro fertilization (IVF). (pearltrees.com)
  • Here the eggs are fertilized outside the human body and implanted in the uterus A pregnancy starts with fertilization when a woman's egg joins with a man's sperm. (pearltrees.com)
  • Fertilization is the fusion between an ovum and a sperm cell. (bigthink.com)
  • That's because in vitro fertilization (IVF), the process of joining a sperm and an egg outside of the body and then implanting it in the uterus, has a high success rate and can be accomplished even when there are issues with the sperm. (todaysparent.com)
  • The tube, which connects the peritoneal space to the endometrial cavity, captures the egg after ovulation and transports the sperm from the uterus to the fertilization site in the ampulla (the middle portion of the tube). (medscape.com)
  • If there is anything abnormal about any of these factors, the chances of conceiving diminish considerably - almost to zero in some cases. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Understanding your menstrual cycle can help increase your chances of conceiving, if you desire to become pregnant. (rxlist.com)
  • In this comprehensive guide, we will explore a wide range of tips and strategies to help you increase your chances of conceiving quickly and efficiently. (bloggeron.net)
  • Formulated by leading fertility expert, Dr. Amos Grunebaum, patented FertilAid for Men contains a proprietary blend of key antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, and minerals that have been demonstrated to improve male reproductive health, and increase a couple's chances of conceiving. (exit15.com)
  • To increase chances of procreation, there needs to be a lot of swimmers, successful sperm have to have the right shape and size, and they have to know how to swim. (bigthink.com)
  • However, she added that the findings could also be used to boost the chances of conceiving through fertility treatments. (dailymail.co.uk)
  • Available in a 1.75-oz bottle and single-use applicators, which will be available in boxes of 4, Pre Conceive Plus retails for $16.99 each. (pharmacytimes.com)
  • Conceive Plus Fertility Pre-Filled Applicators were created in 2008 by leading Harvard doctors that specialise in fertility and the human reproductive system. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Conceive Plus 3x Pre-Filled Applicators: Remove applicator from box, do not use if tamper evident tab is broken. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Conceive Plus® Multi-use Tube may be used in conjunction with Conceive Plus® Pre-filled Applicators for intra-vaginal application. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Experience the synergy of Conceive Plus Women's Support and Fertility Applicators. (conceiveplus.co.uk)
  • Though duration and type of exercise were not determined, one thing is clear: men who exercised more exhibit better sperm. (bigthink.com)
  • As always the group on the healthy or "Prudent" diet had better sperm motility. (ndtv.com)
  • There is increasing evidence that higher intake of fruits and vegetables may help ensure better sperm quality, researchers say. (renalandurologynews.com)
  • Dr. Joanna Ellington, an internationally recognized scientist in the area of Sperm Physiology, developed Pre-Seed during her National Institute of Health-funded research into what makes healthy sperm. (businesswire.com)
  • Studies have found a relationship between healthy vitamin D and healthy sperm motility, or how well sperm can move. (berkleycenter.com)
  • Maintaining a healthy vitamin D level is not only important for women trying to conceive. (berkleycenter.com)
  • The goal was to create a product that helps men and women trying to conceive (TTC) across the world. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Being older can also make it harder for you to conceive, but the drop in fertility isn't as quick and sudden in men as it is in women. (todaysparent.com)
  • Since the testicles make the sperm, a special focus is placed there when evaluating male fertility. (sbivf.com)
  • Exposure of the testicles to heat for longer periods of time can cause problems with your sperm. (babymed.com)
  • Women whose body mass index (BMI) was above normal took twice as long to conceive as those with a normal BMI in one study. (rxlist.com)
  • The study results indicated that women, who consumed slowly digesting carbs (not sugar), good fats and a few not-so-good fats, and plant-based proteins, were more likely to conceive than those who fed themselves junk food and fast food. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Knowing when you are due to ovulate can therefore help you plan sex with your partner for the times when you are most likely to conceive. (rxlist.com)
  • After the age of 30, the ability to conceive lessens yet again. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • The ability to conceive varies with each cycle, environmental circumstances, and treatment options. (pearltrees.com)
  • Motile sperm are able to fertilize female eggs, whereas immotile but viable sperm are not. (businesswire.com)
  • The percentage signifies the number of sperm that are motile, or able to move in a forward direction. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • FertilAid for Men is the best-selling male fertility supplement in the United States, clinically proven in a double-blind, placebo controlled study to increase the total number of motile sperm a man produces. (exit15.com)
  • The study, titled "The effects of vaginal lubricants on sperm function: an in vitro analysis," examined sperm motility and vitality, the major semen parameters characterized when assessing male fertility. (businesswire.com)
  • With IUI , the sperm is cleaned and concentrated and placed directly into the uterus near the time of ovulation. (reuniterx.com)
  • Gently insert the narrow end of the applicator deep into the vagina and squeeze the bulb end 2-3 times to deposit Conceive Plus® into the vaginal cavity. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Many of the other lubricants in the study either impaired sperm motility or damaged sperm vitality, which could decrease the chance of successful conception. (businesswire.com)
  • Some lubricants, with varying compositions, have previously been marketed globally as "sperm friendly. (businesswire.com)
  • Sperm treated with Pre-Seed had a significantly higher percentage of live cells compared with other lubricants. (businesswire.com)
  • Some lubricants may hinder sperm motility, so opt for fertility-friendly lubricants or try to conceive without them. (sane-sart.com)
  • Lubricants designed to be sperm-friendly. (undercovercondoms.com)
  • Studies show that lubricants like KY, Astroglide and FemGlide affect both sperm quality and motility, meaning they slow them down and damage their DNA. (hybridrastamama.com)
  • Don't use lubricants or saliva because they could harm your sperm. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Although more research on cannabis and sperm health is needed, it seems that using cannabis frequently can decrease the health of your sperm, making you less fertile. (healthline.com)
  • The "tadpole" shape of sperm, which includes a round head and a tail, enables it to travel to the egg and dissolve on the egg to fertilize it. (healthline.com)
  • This ability to move forward is meant to propel them through a woman's reproductive tract toward her fallopian tubes where the sperm can fertilize the waiting egg. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • The Swiss researchers also discovered that sperm is the healthiest size and shape to fertilize an egg during March, April and May. (dailymail.co.uk)
  • Sperm must be able to move forward to fertilize an egg. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Sperm with abnormal shapes may not be able to fertilize an egg. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Although it's a complex process, it works by collecting a woman's eggs and manually fertilising them with sperm in a laboratory - so outside the body. (netmums.com)
  • There can also be issues with the shape or movement of sperm, as in Dan's case. (wellandgood.com)
  • Complex coordinated contractions of the musculature are thought to be important for movement of the ovum from the distal end to the proximal end of the tube, while at the same time aiding in the movement of sperm from the proximal end to the distal end of the oviduct. (medscape.com)
  • Eggs can live about 12 to 24 hours after release, and sperm can live for 3 to 5 days. (rxlist.com)
  • The eggs are then extracted and combined with sperm in the lab to create embryos. (reuniterx.com)
  • Survival comes down to strong sperm and healthy eggs. (bigthink.com)
  • Yet another reason you might be experiencing problems conceiving is that you've neglected the importance of you partner's role in your becoming pregnant. (selfgrowth.com)
  • 13 So, if you are trying to get pregnant with a partner who has sperm, you should know that a partner's exposures can also affect your likelihood of conceiving. (ourbodiesourselves.org)
  • Ovulation in women is affected and, if they do conceive, they can miscarry as a result of the effects of alcohol and drugs. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Oxidative stress has numerous effects, including increased apoptosis, reduced motion parameters, and reduced sperm integrity. (mdpi.com)
  • Dr. Lewis and her colleagues recruited 48 men with abnormal semen parameters whose partners had been trying to conceive for more than 12 months. (renalandurologynews.com)
  • I don't really see what difference it makes if the partner cannot produce sperm because they're an infertile man or a woman. (mumsnet.com)
  • Smoking is known to lower sperm motility as is exposure to heavy metals. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • Limit exposure to toxins: Minimize exposure to environmental toxins, pesticides, and radiation, which can harm sperm quality. (bloggeron.net)
  • A higher prevalence of exposure to lead, and, to a lesser extent, to pesticides / herbicides and to solvents was seen in occupations with lower mean sperm concentrations. (cdc.gov)
  • The partner can also take pre-exposure prophylaxis ( PrEP ) without HIV to reduce the risk of sexual acquisition of the virus when trying to conceive. (reuniterx.com)
  • You may have problems conceiving because you're only focusing on the physical aspect of becoming pregnant. (selfgrowth.com)
  • Jonathan Waldman, then 29, and his wife, then 26, had been trying to conceive a baby for nine months before they finally got pregnant. (todaysparent.com)
  • Let's say there are some issues with the sperm, such that it's not impossible to get pregnant, but it's not optimal," explains Jason Hitkari, a reproductive endocrinologist, founder of Olive Fertility Centre in Vancouver, and president of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society. (todaysparent.com)
  • If you and your partner haven't been able to get pregnant, a problem with semen or sperm may be one of the reasons. (medlineplus.gov)
  • But it does show that your sperm may be part of the problem you and your partner are having getting pregnant. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Duration of testicular torsion and the severity of cord twisting are two key prognostic factors for sperm survival and activity. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Heat radiation to the testes from outside sources is another potential contributor to abnormalities in sperm production. (sbivf.com)
  • If testicular temperature is maintained above a desirable level, for a prolonged period, it can impair sperm production - not just the quantity, but also the quality. (sbivf.com)
  • Studies have shown that high stress levels decrease the likelihood of conceiving. (healthy.net)
  • Conceive Plus does not harm sperm or interfere with sperm function. (conceiveplus.hk)
  • Semen contains sperm, the cells made in the male reproductive system that include the genetic material needed to make a baby. (medlineplus.gov)
  • But, when you're trying to conceive, they can really negatively affect both of you. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Can Cannabis Affect the Overall Health of Your Sperm? (healthline.com)
  • In short, yes - cannabis use does seem to affect the overall health of sperm. (healthline.com)
  • Cannabis might affect the genetic makeup of sperm, although there aren't enough studies to verify this. (healthline.com)
  • Even just having a lengthy session of sex may affect sperm motility. (gettingpregnant.co.uk)
  • Abnormal acidity can kill sperm or affect their ability to move. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Globally, sperm counts have gone down by over 50 percent over the last half-century. (bigthink.com)
  • Total sperm counts were decreased in men whose mothers were probably exposed at work contrasted with those born of unexposed mothers, while probable paternal work with EDCs did not lead to a similar reduction. (cdc.gov)