Sperm freezing is a wise choice for men who wish to delay or be better prepared for fatherhood. It is also advised for men whose fertility is affected by medical, genetic or lifestyle conditions that have an impact on their fertility.
In this video, Dr. Ashraf explains everything about sperm freezing, including its process, benefits, and whether it's right for you!.
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What is Sperm Freezing?
With male infertility on the rise, sperm freezing acts as a proactive measure to preserve your fertility for the future even with the risk of potential fertility challenges. Sperm freezing serves as a cutting-edge technique that helps men preserve their fertility by collecting, freezing, and storing their sperm for future use. Men tend to opt for sperm freezing for various reasons including social, medical, and lifestyle.
Process of Sperm Freezing
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Collection:
The semen sample is collected in a sterile container
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Processing:
The collected sample is processed to remove seminal fluid, leaving behind concentrated sperm
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Freezing:
The prepared sperm is carefully placed into a special freezing solution in small vials
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Storage:
The vials go into secure cryogenic facilities with storage freezers at a temperature of around -196 Celcius containing liquid nitrogen
- plan to delay parenthood, or plan to wait for the right partner
- have high-risk jobs that can affect their fertility have genetic conditions are undergoing medical treatments that may impact fertility
- are coping with cancer, undergoing treatments that may affect fertility
- have uncertain fertility status or potential fertility risks due to lifestyle and medical factors
- have certain medical conditions such as undescended testicles, chronic illnesses, autoimmune disorders, STIs or other infections that impact reproductive organs
- Antioxidant-rich foods in your diet
- Stay hydrated with 9 - 12 cups of water daily
- Limit alcohol consumption and quit smoking
- Maintain a healthy BMI (18.5 - 24.9)
- Practice stress reduction techniques like meditation or yoga
- Choose for breathable, loose-fitting underwear
- Avoid keeping your laptop on your lap or your phone in your front pockets
Tips to Keep Your Sperm in the
Best Shape and Quality Before Freezing:
- Nutritionist consultation
- Healthy diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and zinc
- Regular to moderate exercise
- Relaxation techniques like deep breathing
- Sufficient hydration - approx 8 glasses of water
- Quality sleep, aim for 7-8 hours per night
- Minimal exposure to environmental toxins or pollutants
- Stress-reducing practices such as meditation or yoga
- Limited or no tobacco & alcohol
- Cool environment for your genital area, avoiding tight-fitting underwear
- No prolonged exposure to excessive heat, including hot tubs and saunas
Why choose Milann
At Milann, we bring together a team of highly experienced fertility experts at our IVF hospital including embryologists, reproductive endocrinologists, ovarian biologists, etc. to deliver the latest techniques in fertility treatments.
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