Does Male Obesity Affect Fertility? Also, Does It Affect the Success Rate of IVF in the USA?

2024-07-22 20:28:11，浏览量： 13次

 

During the process of preparing for pregnancy, many people think that it is mainly the responsibility of women, but in fact, having a healthy baby requires the joint efforts of both partners. Mr. Wang's case vividly reveals this point. Mr. Wang, 31 years old, is 170 cm tall and weighs over 240 pounds. After six years of marriage, he has not been able to have children. After examination, it was found that the problem was with Mr. Wang, specifically manifested as short reproductive organs and poor sperm quality, which were closely related to his obesity.

 

Obesity has many adverse effects on the human body, some of which also affect fertility. First, obesity affects heart function and the cardiovascular system. Obese people’s blood pressure circulation and metabolism are affected, blood stasis and poor vascular circulation lead to problems with vascular elasticity and hardness, increasing the heart’s burden and further affecting its normal function.

 

An increasing number of studies indicate that male obesity not only affects fertility, but also has adverse effects on offspring. Obesity can affect the genetic information in male sperm, transmitting dietary information to offspring. Obesity has a certain degree of heritability, and male obesity during preconception can increase the risk of cancer in offspring.

 

Specifically, regarding fertility, obese men often have insufficient androgen levels, leading to short penises, affecting sexual life, and thus affecting fertility. Excess fat accumulation around the scrotum can compress the spermatic blood vessels, causing testicular ischemia and affecting sperm production. Leptin secreted by adipose tissue also negatively affects sperm production. Additionally, the high-temperature environment in the scrotum is not conducive to sperm generation, leading to a decrease in sperm count and an increase in dead sperm.

 

Mr. Wang was troubled by infertility caused by obesity, and he began to consider achieving his fertility dream through IVF. However, studies have found that male obesity adversely affects the success rate of IVF. A study published in the British journal "Scientific Reports" under "Nature" Weekly showed that overweight or obese men affect the effectiveness of IVF treatment. The study found that a high body mass index (BMI) in men leads to shortened sperm telomere length, decreased mitochondrial activity, and increased sperm DNA fragmentation rate, ultimately affecting embryo quality and pregnancy rates.

 

To improve fertility success rates, male friends should pay attention to weight control and maintain a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy preparation. Controlling weight within a reasonable range not only helps with natural pregnancy but also improves the success rate of IVF. If you have any questions about egg freezing or IVF, please contact IVF USA. Currently, IVF USA provides services such as egg freezing in the USA, IVF in the USA, and third-party reproductive assistance for those in need. The business has expanded to IVF and egg freezing in Japan, IVF and egg freezing in Thailand, as well as regions like Mexico, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, working closely with top IVF doctors globally.

Regarding the advantages of giving birth in the USA, Dr. Nathan Zhang, the founder of IVF USA, particularly emphasizes the comprehensive fertility industry chain and protection measures in the USA, especially the protection of newborns and the improvement of the medical system. As a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the International Medical Travel Association, IVF USA provides every customer with high-quality medical services and personalized treatment plans to help you achieve your fertility dreams.