Azoospermia Treatment In Mumbai

Azoospermia is a medical condition characterized by a complete absence of sperm in the semen. It can be caused by medical issues like an STI, retrograde ejaculation, hormonal imbalance, and tumorous growth. Furthermore, it is caused by overexposure to harmful environmental elements like industrial chemicals, radiation, and heavy metals. Smoking, illicit drug abuse, depression, and obesity are also linked with azoospermia. 

The cause of azoospermia, the extent of the issue, and the overall health of the patient impact the course of azoospermia treatment in Mumbai. Azoospermia is extremely common in men and is a leading cause of infertility around the world. So, if you are struggling with azoospermia-related infertility, then you should visit Bloom IVF immediately. Bloom IVF offers a wide spectrum of male infertility treatment in Mumbai, from sperm extraction, assisted reproductive technology, and hormone treatment to surgery.

Symptoms Of Azoospermia 

The symptoms of azoospermia differ from man to man. Usually, men don’t even realize they have azoospermia until they begin trying to conceive a child with their partner. However, some men will experience a wide range of symptoms accompanied by a low sperm count. This is mainly because of the overall health of the men and the type of azoospermia they are struggling with. Some of the common symptoms of azoospermia are- 

• Low sex drive. 
• Difficulty maintaining an erection. 
• Swelling, lump formation, or discomfort around testicles. 
• Decreased hair on face and body.
• Absence of sperm in the ejaculate. 
• Hormonal imbalance. 

Types Of Azoospermia 

Azoospermia can be categorized into two different forms- obstructive and non-obstructive azoospermia. Diagnosing the type of azoospermia helps general physicians and fertility doctors map out the best plan for azoospermia treatment in Mumbai. Azoospermia is diagnosed via a semen analysis. 

Apart from a semen analysis, doctors recommend blood tests for hormone testing, ultrasound screening for visible obstructions in the reproductive tract, and brain imaging to check the pituitary gland’s function. They’ll also ask questions about prior exposure to radiation, chemotherapy, surgeries or procedures around the reproductive tract, past illnesses, alcohol or drug abuse, and family history of fertility issues. 

These diagnostic techniques help IVF specialists at Bloom IVF understand the type of azoospermia their client has. Obstructive and non-obstructive azoospermia is divided into three types- 

• Pre-testicular azoospermia (non-obstructive)- 

In pre-testicular azoospermia, your testicles and reproductive organs are seemingly healthy and function normally, but they do not produce sperm. It is common amongst men who recently underwent radiation therapy or chemotherapy and men who struggle with hormonal imbalance.

• Testicular azoospermia (non-obstructive)- 

Testicular azoospermia is a non-obstructive type of azoospermia characterized by low or zero sperm production caused by damage, injury, or disorder of the testicles. 

• Post-testicular azoospermia (obstructive)- 

Post-testicular azoospermia is an obstructive form of azoospermia. It refers to a blockage in the reproductive tract which is stopping the produced sperm from exiting out of the penis. This is the most common form of azoospermia around the world. They are caused by rare genetic disorders, infections, inflammation, scrotal injury, or surgery on the vas deferens. 

Treatment Options For Azoospermia 

Azoospermia treatment in Mumbai depends on the cause and type of azoospermia. It is important to iterate that while some causes of azoospermia have a cure and can be reversed, there are some causes, like genetics, that are irreversible. Therefore, it is very important to have realistic expectations before starting treatment. 

You can prevent azoospermia by wearing protective genital gear while playing contact sports, limiting exposure to radiation and harmful environmental pollutants, and avoiding exposing your testicles to environments with high temperatures, like hot tubs, steam baths, and saunas. 

In most cases of azoospermia, men require a combination of treatments to deal with the cause of azoospermia and its impact. Azoospermia treatment in Mumbai, offered by Bloom IVF, is tailored to the individual patient. Bloom IVF approaches azoospermia treatment by offering the following options-

• Surgery- 

The most common obstructive azoospermia treatment in Mumbai is surgery, specifically endoscopic or microsurgery. These surgeries help remove the obstructions in the reproductive tract and restore the flow of semen. An endoscopic surgery to cure obstructive azoospermia involves inserting an endoscope through the urethra whereas in a microscopic surgery, an incision is made on the scrotum to fix the blockage. 

• Varicocelectomy- 

When sperm production is disrupted due to azoospermia caused by an enlarged varicocele, then a varicocelectomy is required. Varicocelectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the swollen veins inside the scrotum. Apart from surgery, there are no other medical alternatives to treat the swollen varicocele veins. 

• Hormone treatments-

Non-obstructive azoospermia treatment in Mumbai for azoospermia caused by hormonal imbalance requires hormone therapy treatment. Bloom IVF specializes in providing personalized hormone treatment to restore fertility by either lowering or increasing the hormones creating an imbalance. 

• Sperm Extraction- 

In most cases of azoospermia, men still produce sperm, but the sperm is unable to exit from the penis. In such a case, sperm extraction or sperm retrieval procedure is recommended to retrieve healthy sperm from the testicles. Sperm can be retrieved from the testicles via testicular sperm aspiration, percutaneous epididymal sperm aspiration, micro epididymal sperm aspiration, or with testicular sperm extraction. Sperm retrieval is an option provided by Bloom IVF to men who wish to opt out of azoospermia surgery or medicinal treatment. 

• Vasectomy Reversal- 

Vasectomy is a popular form of reversible male birth control that leads to purposeful azoospermia. With a vasectomy reversal surgery, the flow of sperm can be restored, leading to fertility.

Why Bloom IVF? 

If you are struggling with infertility caused by azoospermia, then Bloom IVF is your best chance at starting a family. Bloom IVF is the premiere IVF centre in Mumbai in the greater Mumbai region because we offer comprehensive, individualized, and expert fertility treatments to hopeful parents struggling with infertility. We offer a wide range of treatment options to resolve the issue of both male and female infertility issues. 

Under the guidance of esteemed, nation-renowned IVF specialists Dr. Nandita Palshetkar and Dr. Rohan Palshetkar, our team works tirelessly to offer personalized reproductive care along with unwavering emotional support to aspiring couples. Our remarkable success rate of over 80% satisfied customers proves our commitment to providing our patients with the best fertility treatments for the best outcome.