What is sperm dna fragmentation? And what are the possible cure for this..

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Dr. Audrey Cenera
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Hi! Sperm DNA fragmentation is a term used when the genetic constitution or material within a sperm is abnormal, which may lead to male infertility and IVF failure. Sperm DNA fragmentation is significantly higher in infertile men, but some men with normal sperm parameters could also have a high sperm DNA fragmentation. There are a number of sperm fragmentation tests that could give a reliable analysis on the integrity of sperm DNA. Kindly schedule a check up with a fertility specialist so you can start a work up and identify the cause of the sperm DNA fragmentation. The treatment will depend on the cause. If for example the cause was due to free radicals causing oxidative stress, then lifestyle modifications could help. Or antibiotics if with infection, varicocoele repair if present. Again, it would depend on the findings of the specialist.

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