How to Increase Sperm Production After a Vasectomy Reversal

Vasectomy reversal is an operation that surgically rejoins the tubes that take sperm from the testicles to the semen. If the operation works, men who undergo vasectomy reversal may again be able to impregnate their partners. According to the Mayo Clinic, successful operations result in pregnancy in about 50 percent of couples within two years of the procedure. Since conception after a vasectomy reversal may take months, men seeking to increase their fertility odds can take a number of steps to increase sperm production.

Instructions

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  Consume a variety of vegetables and fruits. Plants are full of antioxidants that may strengthen sperm health.

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  Stay physically fit. A regular fitness regimen is essential for a healthy body and optimum sperm quality. Avoid overexertion, as this may diminish sperm health and alter hormone production.

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  Swallow a multivitamin daily. Taking a multivitamin better ensures your body is getting trace minerals like folic acid, selenium and zinc, key to quality sperm production.

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  Decrease anxiety and mental strain as much as possible. Men who experience high stress levels may experience a decline in their sexual function and alteration in hormones necessary for sperm production.

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  Maintain a healthy weight. An excess or shortage of body fat can interfere with reproductive hormone levels, as well as diminish sperm quantity and quality.

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  Eliminate tobacco and illegal drug use, and minimize alcohol consumption. Drugs and alcohol not only affect a man's sex drive, they are detrimental to healthy sperm production and, in some cases, may even impair the sperms' DNA.

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  Steer clear of environmental contaminants at work or home that may decrease sperm production, such as chemical toxins and exposure to certain heavy metals. Wear protective gear and clothing to minimize contact with these pollutants.