Is it possible for men to become infertile after giving birth

Male infertility may still occur after giving birth, mainly due to damage to the reproductive system, abnormal hormone levels, chronic diseases, infectious factors, and psychological pressure. Fertility is influenced by multiple factors, and a history of childbirth cannot fully guarantee normal reproductive function in the future.

1. Reproductive system injury

Testicular trauma or surgery may directly damage the structure of the seminiferous tubules, leading to impaired sperm production. Diseases such as varicocele can cause local temperature rise and accumulation of metabolic waste. Long term untreated conditions may lead to irreversible decline in spermatogenic function. Prostate surgery may also damage the vas deferens pathway.

2. Abnormal hormone levels

Dysfunction of the hypothalamic pituitary gonadal axis can lead to insufficient testosterone secretion, affecting the process of spermatogenesis. hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism will interfere with the balance of sex hormones, and metabolic diseases such as diabetes may also damage testicular function through oxidative stress.

3. Chronic disease effects

Hypertension and cardiovascular disease may cause dysfunction of penile vascular endothelium. Chronic kidney disease can lead to the accumulation of uremic toxins and inhibit sperm motility. Autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus may produce anti sperm antibodies.

4. Infectious factors

Reproductive system infections such as epididymitis and prostatitis may cause scar stenosis of the vas deferens. If the mumps virus affects the testicles, it may cause orchitis and atrophy of the seminiferous epithelium. Untreated sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea can also affect fertility.

5. Psychological stress interference

Long term anxiety and depression can inhibit gonadal function through neuroendocrine pathways. Marital tension may lead to sexual dysfunction, and chronic fatigue syndrome caused by work pressure can also reduce sperm quality. Some patients may experience psychogenic erectile dysfunction.

It is recommended that men with fertility needs maintain a regular schedule, avoid high temperature environments and ionizing radiation, and control their weight within the normal range. Balanced intake of trace elements such as zinc and selenium, and moderate aerobic exercise. When experiencing fertility disorders, it is necessary to promptly go to a reproductive medicine center for semen analysis and hormone testing, and if necessary, consider assisted reproductive technology. Both spouses need to participate in the diagnosis and treatment process together to avoid excessive anxiety affecting the treatment effect.