Men's fertility changes with age
According to Dr. Aruna Kalra, Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Birla CK Hospital, Gurugram (India), men can produce sperm for life, but their fertility does not last forever. After the age of 35, many silent changes begin to occur in the male body. Specifically:
sperm count and quality gradually decrease
sperm movement is less effective
The rate of deformed sperm increases
DNA in sperm is more vulnerable
These changes make conception more difficult and can affect the healthy development of the fetus.
Age and risks to children
Dr. Aruna Kalra says that the age of a father is also an important factor in reproductive health. As men age, the risk of their children developing problems such as developmental disorders, genetic diseases or birth defects tends to increase. The main cause is due to the sudden accumulation in sperm over time.
In addition, conceiving when the father is older can take more time, and the abortion rate can also be higher than that of young couples.
Ideal male reproductive age
Biologically, the age range from 20 to early 30 is considered the period when men have the best fertility. After this age, although it is still possible to have children, the risk related to sperm quality and children's health will increase gradually.
However, the right time to become a father depends on physical and mental readiness and living conditions, not entirely on biological factors.
How to Maintain Reproductive Health in Men
Men can completely proactively protect and maintain their fertility with healthy living habits:
Eat a nutritious diet, especially foods rich in antioxidants such as vitamins C, E, zinc, selenium
Exercise regularly, keep a reasonable weight
Get enough sleep, reduce stress
Avoid cigarettes, alcohol, stimulants
Limit exposure to high temperatures in closed areas or toxic agents
Control chronic diseases well if any
(The information in the article is for reference only, not a replacement for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should talk directly to your doctor for accurate advice that is suitable for your health condition.)
