Causes of Male Infertility – Understand the Root Problems

Most Common Causes of Male Infertility in KSA and How to Diagnose Them

Infertility isn’t just a women’s issue—over 50% of fertility struggles among Saudi couples involve male factors. Often, men are unaware of underlying issues like low sperm count, hormonal imbalance, or azoospermia until they begin trying to conceive.

At VIVILITY, we help men across Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Khobar, and across KSA uncover the exact cause behind their fertility challenges using advanced diagnostics and expert care. Knowing the reason behind infertility is the first step to finding a solution.

Book a fertility evaluation today at VIVILITY in Saudi Arabia.

What is Male Infertility and Why Does It Matter?

Male infertility refers to a man’s inability to achieve pregnancy despite regular, unprotected intercourse over 12 months. It can result from issues such as:

• Abnormal sperm count, shape, or motility
• Blockages or testicular dysfunction
• Hormonal imbalance or genetic factors
• Damage from lifestyle or environmental exposure

In Saudi Arabia, male infertility is more common than you think—and often reversible with the right treatment.

Top Medical Causes of Male Infertility in Saudi Arabia

Understanding what’s going wrong inside your reproductive system is critical for effective treatment. Here are the primary medical causes of male infertility:

1. Varicocele

This is a swelling of the veins in the scrotum, which increases heat in the testicles and can reduce sperm production.

2. Hormonal Imbalance

Low testosterone or problems with FSH and LH levels can reduce sperm production and sexual function.

3. Genetic Conditions

Conditions like Klinefelter syndrome or Y chromosome microdeletions can impair or prevent sperm production.

4. Ejaculatory Disorders

These include retrograde ejaculation (semen flows backward into the bladder) or anejaculation (no ejaculation at all).

5. Azoospermia (Obstructive or Non-Obstructive)

This refers to the complete absence of sperm in semen, which may require surgical sperm retrieval (TESE, Micro-TESE).

6. Infections

Infections such as orchitis, epididymitis, or STIs can inflame the reproductive tract and impair sperm quality.

7. Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Poor DNA integrity in sperm can lead to fertilization failure, miscarriage, or unsuccessful IVF.

Think your sperm quality might be affected? Schedule a sperm DNA fragmentation test today.

Lifestyle & Environmental Causes of Male Infertility

Your daily habits may quietly be affecting your sperm health. Some of the most common contributors to declining male fertility in Saudi Arabia include:

• Smoking and alcohol consumption
• Obesity and poor diet
• Chronic stress and lack of sleep
• Tight clothing and frequent heat exposure (laptops, saunas)
• Exposure to toxins, pesticides, or industrial chemicals
• Sedentary lifestyle with minimal physical activity

Making the right lifestyle changes can significantly improve your fertility.

How Age Affects Male Fertility 

While men remain fertile longer than women, sperm quality does decline with age:

• After 40, sperm motility and DNA integrity decrease
• There’s a higher risk of chromosomal abnormalities
• Delayed fatherhood can increase the time to conception
  

What If No Cause Is Found? Understanding Idiopathic Male Infertility

Sometimes, all test results come back normal, yet fertility remains an issue. This is known as idiopathic male infertility. Though the cause is unknown, it can still be treated through:

• Hormonal therapy
• Fertility supplements
• ART like IVF with ICSI

How We Diagnose the Root Cause at VIVILITY

Our male infertility diagnostics are precise, thorough, and available across our KSA branches. We offer:

• Semen analysis
  
• Hormone testing (FSH, LH, Testosterone)
  
• Scrotal ultrasound
  
• Genetic and chromosomal testing
  
• Sperm DNA fragmentation test
  
• Sperm mapping & testicular biopsy if needed
  

We serve patients from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and beyond, offering same-day diagnostics in most cases.

Identify the Root Cause & Start Your Fertility Journey with VIVILITY KSA

Don’t leave your fertility to guesswork. Our team at VIVILITY in Saudi Arabia is ready to provide the answers, support, and solutions you need. Whether you’re facing a diagnosed issue like varicocele or need a full evaluation for unexplained infertility, we’re here to guide your next step forward.

We serve men across Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Medina, Mecca, and all over Saudi Arabia.

Book your semen test or fertility consultation today and move one step closer to fatherhood.

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