"One essence, ten drops of blood" is a folk saying in mainland China, because many people believe that the production of semen is the need to gather the body's essence and blood. However, modern medical opinion holds that even though the activity of the couple and the excretion of sperm consume a part of the body's energy, this does not mean that it consumes blood.
At present, there is no scientific basis for such a statement, and if you blindly listen to this statement, long-term sperm production but not excretion, it may have a certain negative impact on the body.
What will happen to men who have been abstinent for a long time and whose sperm is only produced but not discharged?
In today's fast-paced era, many men may neglect their physiological needs due to work or life pressure, and experience a situation where they do not have ejaculation for a long time. However, this seemingly untenable problem may actually bring some potential negative effects to the body. Below, let's take a deep look at what are the dangers of long-term non-ejaculation?
Let's first clarify what "ejaculation" is. In fact, ejaculation is the natural process of semen excretion from the body by the male reproductive system, which not only helps to maintain the normal function of the reproductive system, but also promotes the release of stress, which is very important for maintaining men's physical and mental health. On the contrary, if you do not ejaculate for a long time, it may have adverse effects on men's health.
1. Changes in sperm quality
Although the production of sperm in the testicles is a continuous process, their lifespan in the body is relatively limited.
Long-term non-ejaculation means that the sperm will stay in the body for a long time, and slowly it will age, affecting its motility and fertilization ability. In addition, normal ejaculation activity can help maintain the pH and temperature stability in the reproductive tract, and non-ejaculation will affect the changes in these conditions, which will further affect the survival and activity of sperm.
2. Prostate effects
Prostatic fluid secreted by the prostate gland is one of the important components of semen, and prostatic fluid contains a variety of enzymes and metabolites, and prostatic fluid will lead to its retention in the gland, increasing the risk of bacterial growth, which may cause irritation and damage to prostate cells, and then cause prostate inflammation.
3. Psychological effects
Married life is one of the basic physiological needs of adults, and long-term suppression of this need may cause psychological problems such as anxiety and depression. Men may also have doubts about their abilities and fear that they will not be able to meet the needs of the woman, creating additional stress and anxiety.
It is important to note that although long-term non-ejaculation may have these adverse effects, most of these effects are reversible. Once the normal ejaculation frequency is restored, these negative effects will naturally disappear slowly.
At the same time, men are also reminded to pay attention to the color of semen in their daily lives, and if the following two colors appear, they should be vigilant in time, or the distress signal sent by the body.
If the "liquid" excreted by a man is these two colors, it means that the body is not very healthy
In life, most people may not have a very comprehensive understanding of physiological knowledge, especially for the more private parts, they are ashamed to speak, which causes many gynecological diseases and andrological diseases to be delayed, affecting the health of the body. Let's talk about what the color of male semen is under normal circumstances.
Under normal circumstances, the color of men's semen is mostly milky white or grayish-white, and sometimes it may have a slight yellowish tinge, which varies slightly with changes in diet, water intake, individual differences and other factors. However, if there are two of the following significant changes in semen suddenly, it is important to be alert to the emergence of potential problems.
Red, pink
The red or pink color of semen may be a sign of hematospermia, which is the presence of blood in semen.
This can be caused by inflammation of the prostate, inflammation of the urethra, damage to the genitourinary tract, etc. When such symptoms occur, it is necessary to go to the hospital for professional semen and blood tests to further understand and judge the specific cause, and follow the doctor's advice to actively cooperate with the treatment.
Yellow, green
Generally, semen of this color is a reminder of infections, especially those such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, which can be transmitted through married life. Therefore, once such a situation is discovered, it is necessary to pay attention to cutting off all possible transmission routes such as husband and wife activities, and it is also recommended that the two people have a professional examination together, maintain good living habits during the treatment period, and pay attention to regular medical examinations.
Although we have a general understanding of the adverse effects of long-term non-ejaculation and abnormal semen, many people still have a lot of doubts about "semen", such as many men wonder what is the normal amount of sperm at a time, and what is the life cycle of sperm?
How much serum does a man have to ejaculate at a time to be normal?What is the life cycle of sperm?
In fact, the amount of ejaculate in a single male ejaculate is affected by individual differences.
Generally speaking, those in the range of 1.5-5ml belong to the normal category, but there are slight differences due to the influence of age, health status, and the frequency of married life. However, the life cycle of sperm is roughly the same, and it is clinically divided into the following stages.
Generative period
The spermatogenesis process occurs mainly in the seminiferous tubules of the testicles, and the production cycle is about 64-74 days, which is the first stage of the sperm life cycle, which starts from puberty and continues throughout life.
Maturation period
The epididymis is the main site of sperm maturation, and when they complete the first stage, they are released from the seminiferous tubules and into the epididymis (a tube about 5 cm long), where they stay for about a few weeks. During this period, the sperm acquires the ability to move forward with useful whiplash, metabolic capacity, acrosome reaction preparation, etc., and the epididymis is not only an important place for sperm maturation, but also a site where sperm receives nutrients and protection.
Storage period
In the epididymis, sperm go through a significant period of storage, which usually ranges from a few weeks to a few months. During this time, sperm matures and gradually acquires the ability to swim in the female reproductive tract.
The epididymis provides an ideal environment for sperm to maintain their motility and fertilization capacity. The suitability of this environment is influenced by a variety of factors, including the individual's physiological state, environmental conditions, and health status.
Under suitable conditions, sperm can survive in the epididymis for a long time, providing a strong guarantee for male fertility. However, if the environmental conditions are not good or if there is a disease in the body, the survival time of sperm may be shortened, which can affect fertility.
In order to prolong the storage period of sperm and improve fertility, it is essential to maintain good reproductive health. This includes avoiding unhealthy lifestyle habits, maintaining proper exercise and diet, and treating potential reproductive diseases promptly. With these measures, men can create a better environment for sperm to grow, ensuring that they are adequately developed and stored in the epididymis.
Transit period
When ejaculation occurs, sperm is released into the urethra and mixes with fluid from the prostate gland and sperm glands to form semen.
Semen contains nutrients that help sperm survive and swim, as well as alkaline substances that neutralize the acidic environment of a woman's vagina. After ejaculation, sperm pass through the acidic environment of a woman's vagina and enter the cervix.
Fertilization maintenance period The time during which sperm can survive in a woman's reproductive tract for several days, the mucus secreted by the cervix becomes thinner during ovulation, helping sperm to pass through. Once it reaches the uterine cavity, the sperm begins to look for openings in the fallopian tubes. The fallopian tube is where the sperm and egg meet, and where fertilization takes place.
Fertilization period
After the sperm combines with the egg, a fertilized egg is formed. The fertilized egg then begins to divide and develop, eventually implanting in the lining of the uterus, where the pregnancy process begins.
Summary:
The quality and quantity of sperm will change with age, lifestyle, and environment, so men should pay attention to maintaining a healthy and good lifestyle in their daily life, and seek medical attention as soon as possible once uncomfortable symptoms appear.
Sources:
[1] "Excessive sperm volume in men is also a disease", Hu Yong; Zheng Xiufen; WANG Ruihua; TANG Hongfeng; Huang Ling, 2023-03-15
[2] "What's the matter with semen the color of tea?", Zhou Yihai, 2021-08-01
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