Hyperspermia is a condition where a man produces more sperm than usual, affecting about 4% of the male population in India. Normally, semen volume ranges from 2 to 6 milliliters, but if it exceeds 6.3 milliliters, it may indicate hyperspermia.
People with hyperspermia might have a higher sex drive and experience discomfort during ejaculation due to the thick consistency of their semen. This can also lead to delayed ejaculation and off-white or yellowish sperm. After ejaculation, they might feel tired, dizzy, or even short of breath. Some may notice a stretching sensation in the penis or thin semen. Over time, hyperspermia can lead to erectile dysfunction or infertility.
The exact cause of long-term hyperspermia is unknown, though temporary increases can occur after periods of abstinence. Some suggest a link to lifestyle or diet, but this is largely unproven. Another theory is that a mild prostate infection might increase fluid production, but the precise cause remains unclear.
Hyperspermia’s impact on fertility depends on sperm concentration. If sperm count is high relative to seminal fluid, fertility might improve. However, if sperm is less concentrated, fertility could decrease. After long abstinence, semen might contain more damaged sperm, leading to infertility.
A study divided 333 hyperspermic ejaculates into three groups based on semen volume. Most samples showed normal sperm characteristics, with no significant differences in motility or morphology between groups. However, group B had a lower sperm count than group A. Another study in Australia found 5.42% of men had hyperspermia, with some having low sperm levels. In South Africa, 9% of patients had hyperspermia.
European studies found no hyperspermia cases, possibly due to geographic differences. The Australian study noted that 23.34% of men had low ejaculatory volume, while 7.88% had high volumes, with averages within normal ranges.
There is no cure for hyperspermia, but lifestyle changes can help manage it. Avoiding steroids, performance-enhancing drugs, and high-fiber or high-protein diets may prevent flare-ups. Those with persistent hyperspermia should consult a doctor. Treatments like intrauterine insemination or split ejaculate therapy might help those facing infertility due to hyperspermia.
