Why do infertile men need a prostate exam?

Why do infertile men need a prostate exam?

The male\’s vas deferens must pass through the prostate. The prostate is adjacent to the seminal vesicles and epididymis, so prostate lesions such as inflammation and tumors can affect reproductive function to varying degrees. The lack of certain enzymes secreted by the prostate can affect the high viscosity of semen or the lack of liquefaction of semen. Therefore, prostate examination for infertile men has become one of the commonly used examination methods.

During the examination, the doctor inserts his fingers into the anus, feels the prostate, and massages the prostate to collect prostatic fluid for examination.

The inspection content includes:

①Microscopic examination to observe whether there are bacteria, trichomonas, blood cells, lecithin bodies, etc.;

②Cytological examination;

③Determination of biochemical components;

④Colony counting, etc.

Those undergoing the test must abstain from sex for 3 to 7 days. If there is acute inflammation or obvious tenderness, and the patient has been diagnosed with genital tuberculosis, massage is not suitable.


This article is provided by Baidu Reading and is excerpted from \”The Clear \”Conception\” Plan\” Author: Sun Jianqiu and Xie Yingbiao

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