Introduction

A low sperm count, also called oligozoospermia, is where a man has fewer than 15 million sperm per millilitre of semen.

Having a low sperm count can make it more difficult to conceive naturally, although successful pregnancies can still occur.

Problems with sperm, including a low sperm count and problems with sperm quality, are quite common. They're a factor in around one in three couples who are struggling to get pregnant.

There are treatments available on the NHS or privately that can help you become a dad if you have a low sperm count.

This page covers:

Getting tested

Home-testing kits

Causes

Treatments

Content supplied by the NHS Website

Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 4 Jan 2017