Vitamins and male infertility

The deterioration of male fertility may be due to a deficiency in substances such as vitamins (E, B6, B12, D, folic acid), zinc, coenzyme Q10, and omega-3 fatty acids in the body. In addition to the main therapy, specialists may prescribe vitamins for male infertility. These preparations are chosen individually, taking into account the patient's overall health, age, hormonal levels, the presence of chronic diseases, and identified disorders of sexual function.

Important Vitamins for Male Fertility

Vitamins are important not only for overall health, but they also have a significant impact on the secretion of sex hormones and the process of spermatogenesis - the production of sperm. A vitamin deficiency can lead to infertility and can be compensated by taking specialized medications selected by a specialist doctor, urologist, or andrologist.

Most Recommended Vitamins

• Vitamin E: a deficiency in vitamin E can damage the epithelium of the seminiferous tubules and lead to a varicocele, one of the causes of infertility in men.
• Zinc: Zinc is an important trace element that plays a role in hormone secretion and sperm production. Its deficiency is often observed in men suffering from infertility.
• Vitamin B6: In the case of a deficiency in vitamin B6, sperm may lose their motility, significantly reducing the chances of conception.
• Folic Acid: this vitamin is generally included in the complex of medications prescribed in cases of infertility. It helps reduce the number of sperm with an abnormal number of chromosomes.
• Vitamin D: A deficiency in vitamin D is associated with decreased sperm motility and an increase in the number of morphologically abnormal cells. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to hypogonadism and other reproductive disorders.
• Vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 is essential for the production of male germ cells in adequate quantities and with normal motility.
• Coenzyme Q10: This coenzyme, like vitamin C, helps reduce oxidative stress in sperm and protects their DNA from damage by free radicals.
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 fatty acids are part of a complex of important substances in fertility. They help improve the quality, motility, and morphology of sperm.

Consultation with a Specialist

If you would like to know how a vitamin deficiency affects fertility, you can make an appointment with a reproductive specialist at our clinic. The doctor will examine you, refer you for laboratory tests, and prescribe medications to improve male fertility.

Alternative Treatment Methods

If treatment fails but you wish to become a father, consider in vitro fertilization (IVF) or using donor sperm.