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Will Thyroid Affect Sperm Motility?

hello good afternoon.

I am suffering from hypo thairoide since 2.5 years and taking 150 mg thairoxine, as prescribed by dosctor. Recently, i had got my semen checked and found sprems motility very low. My question is do tharoide and 150 mg thairoxine carry adverse effect on sprems motility?
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
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Endocrinologist 's  Response
Hi,

No

Thyroxine or hypothyroidism is not having any effect on sperm motility or fertility issues in males. Severe hypothyroidism can cause loss of interest in sex.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.


Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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Will Thyroid Affect Sperm Motility?

Hi, No Thyroxine or hypothyroidism is not having any effect on sperm motility or fertility issues in males. Severe hypothyroidism can cause loss of interest in sex. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. Regards Dr Ajish TP Consultant Endocrinologist