Semen is a fluid and sperm mixture produced by the male reproductive system. Semen is a thick, viscous, whitish liquid. Certain medical conditions can alter the colour, smell, and consistency of the sperm, making it appear more watery. Watery sperm can be caused by temporary conditions in a healthy and fertile man, but if it is watery all the time, it indicates infertility, and you should see your sexologist as soon as possible.
Watery sperm is a condition in which there are few or no sperm. So, what exactly causes watery sperm or watery sperm?
Why is my sperm watery?
A condition known as ‘Oligozoospermia/Oligospermia’ occurs when there are fewer than 15 million sperm per millilitre of sperm. This is one of the most common causes of infertility in men. What is the cause of Oligozoospermia?
- Varicocele is a condition in which the veins in the scrotum swell. A condition that can be helped by a good sexologist. Infertility can be caused by varicocele.
- Infection – A few sexually transmitted infections, such as Gonorrhoea, can infect the male genitals, causing inflammation of the reproductive organs (Epididymitis) and insufficient sperm production.
- Tumours – Noncancerous or cancerous tumours in the testicles impair sperm production.
- Hormone imbalance – Hormones produced by the pituitary gland and hormones produced in the testicles are responsible for sperm production. Changes in hormone levels influence sperm production.
- Retrograde Ejaculation is a condition in which sperm is released into the bladder rather than ejaculating from the penis.
- Watery sperm can also be caused by damage to the sperm and sperm-carrying tubes.
A completely normal condition in sexually active teens and adults. The body takes some time (usually 3 days) to produce sperm. Watery sperm is common if you ejaculate more frequently (either by masturbation or by having sex). If you continue to have watery sperm after taking a break for ejaculation, you should consult a sex specialist.
Zinc, in particular. Zinc is essential for sperm production in a man’s body. While your normal food (nutritional diet) intake should be enough to provide your body with the necessary amount of zinc, your body may occasionally fall short of this important metal. Zinc supplements recommended by your sexologist should resolve your issue.
Many men would have noticed that a colourless, watery liquid oozes from the erect penis before ejaculation. This is completely normal. Most of the time, this liquid contains no sperm or contains very few sperm (enough to cause pregnancy), giving it a watery appearance. This is also a fairly common condition.
Regarding the colour of your sperm:
Semen is typically whitish or ivory. If you notice any other colour in your sperm, it could indicate a health problem that needs to be addressed. Pink or reddish brown colouration may indicate internal bleeding (of any reproductive organ) or seminal vesicles, which produce and transport sperm out of the body.
Yellow sperm can indicate either a small amount of urine or a high level of white blood cells. A prostate infection is indicated by yellowish-green sperm. All of these can be treated by a sexologist.
What should you do if your sperm is always water?
Make an appointment with a good sexologist near you as soon as possible. A sexologist’s intervention is required whether you are younger and unmarried or married and trying to become a parent. This could be an indication of a problem with infertility. The sexologist will then begin with sperm analysis to determine:
- The amount of sperm
- Liquefaction time – the amount of time required for the semen to transform from a thick fluid to a watery liquid.
- The pH of the sperm. The lower the value, the higher the acid content, which will prevent the sperm from surviving.
- Sperm Motility – The ease with which sperms can move/swim in the fluid.
- Sperm Morphology is the study of the shape of sperms. It may be difficult for them to become fathers if they are not well-formed.
In addition to these parameters, your doctor may examine your reproductive organs to detect any infections or damage to them.
Watery sperm treatment options are available:
Consistently watery sperm does not imply that the man is or will be infertile. This can indicate an underlying problem, which is usually treatable. Your doctor may prescribe medication, hormone therapy, or supplements depending on the problem (infection or low hormone levels, vitamin or mineral deficiency, etc.). Along with medication, he or she may recommend some lifestyle changes. If you smoke and drink alcohol regularly, you may need to cut back on both and start working out regularly to keep your weight in check.
In addition to a good hygiene routine and medications, you may be advised to leave a good gap between intercourses and observe the changes in the sperm. Your sperm levels should most likely return to normal.