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Hyperspermiais a relatively rare condition. It is defined as a larger than average volume of semen. Semen is the fluid released duringmale ejaculation or orgasm. It contains sperm and some fluid from the prostate gland.In this article, you’ll learn about hyperspermia symptoms, causes, treatment, and coping.Hyperspermia PrevalenceOne 2013 study found fewer than 4% of men in one sample group met the criteria for hyperspermia.Hyperspermia is much less common than hypospermia. Hypospermia is when a man has a lower than average volume of semen released during ejaculation.FatCamera / Getty ImagesHyperspermia SymptomsThe defining feature of hyperspermia is producing a larger than average volume of semen during ejaculation. While the exact milliliter range of what’s average varies slightly, it is generally accepted among researchers that men with hyperspermia release anywhere from 5.0 to 6.5 milliliters of semen each ejaculation.This equates to 0.2 to 0.22 fluid ounces.Anaverage amount of semenis considered anything between 2 and 5 milliliters.Hyperspermia has also been associated with increased risk of fertility challenges, which can result in difficulty in getting a partner pregnant. However, having hyperspermia may not necessarily mean having low sperm counts or reduced fertility. For instance, one study found people with hyperspermia tested within average range for sperm counts.Keep in mind that there may be other reasons besides hyperspermia preventing you and your partner from conceiving. Talking to a healthcare provider or fertility specialist is a way to learn more about what’s causing fertility difficulties in your case.In one 2016 study, spermquality factors,including sperm DNA fragmentation (the separating or breaking of DNA strands into pieces), were linked to a slight increased risk of miscarriage.One meta-analysis from 2021 published in the journalMedicinesuggests semen volume is not a significant factor in miscarriage.In any case, it’s not always obvious why a miscarriage happens. In fact, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), fewer than half of all miscarriages in the United States have a known and identifiable cause.How Can You Tell if Your Sperm Is Healthy?CausesResearchers do not know the cause of hyperspermia. It is known, though, that temporary hyperspermia can occur after a prolonged period of not ejaculating, since semen can build up during an extended period of time.Some research also suggests an underlyinglow-grade bacterial infection of the prostatecould be a contributing factor in some cases.An infection could explain the increased volume of fluid, although this has not been confirmed as a cause of hyperspermia.Living With STIsDiagnosisIf you’re concerned about how much semen you are producing and releasing during ejaculation, or if you have a sudden increase in semen volume, consider consulting with a healthcare provider. If you have been trying to conceive for about a year and are concerned about fertility, consider consulting with a healthcare provider or fertility specialist.In these cases, a healthcare provider will recommend a physical exam and a semen analysis before determining the best course of action. Testosterone hormone testing can also determine an underlying cause of infertility, such as low testosterone levels.Treating fertility challenges begins with understanding your full health history, including current lifestyle habits and modifying what you can to increase the likelihood of pregnancy occurring. At-home fertility testing can be a place to start. You can then take these results to your healthcare provider.The 6 Best At-Home Sperm Tests for Reliable ResultsTreatmentHyperspermia does not need to be treated unless you’re uncomfortable with the amount of semen being released or if you have been trying to conceive with no success.People with low fertility and hyperspermia may be recommended the following fertility treatments:Medications to help with fertilityAssisted reproductive therapy (ART)Lifestyle modifications, including limiting substances known to lower sperm counts, such as nicotine, alcohol, and opioidsHow to Get Pregnant FastCopingLiving with a rare sexual and reproductive-health condition like hyperspermia is nothing to be embarrassed about. However, due to the sensitive nature of the topic and the potential implications this condition has on male fertility and eventual pregnancy, it’s understandable if a hyperspermia diagnosis causes distress and even frustration.Research suggests difficulties in achieving pregnancy can contribute to mental health conditions, includingdepressionandanxiety.If you’re feeling concerned, stressed, or are in need of nonjudgmental support, you may want to consider reaching out to a mental health professional.How Does Artificial Insemination Work?SummaryHyperspermia is when an individual produces and releases a greater volume of semen than is considered average. Symptoms may include the characteristic larger volume of semen but also fertility challenges can occur in some cases. There is still not enough research to determine the cause in all cases of hyperspermia, but some researchers suggest it may be associated with low-grade prostate infection.Treatment isn’t necessary unless hyperspermia is considered a contributing factor in fertility challenges. In such cases, options exist that include medications and assisted reproductive technologies, as well as healthy lifestyle modifications. Fertility challenges can have an impact on mental health. Seeking support from a mental health professional is one method of coping.
Hyperspermiais a relatively rare condition. It is defined as a larger than average volume of semen. Semen is the fluid released duringmale ejaculation or orgasm. It contains sperm and some fluid from the prostate gland.
In this article, you’ll learn about hyperspermia symptoms, causes, treatment, and coping.
Hyperspermia PrevalenceOne 2013 study found fewer than 4% of men in one sample group met the criteria for hyperspermia.Hyperspermia is much less common than hypospermia. Hypospermia is when a man has a lower than average volume of semen released during ejaculation.
Hyperspermia Prevalence
One 2013 study found fewer than 4% of men in one sample group met the criteria for hyperspermia.Hyperspermia is much less common than hypospermia. Hypospermia is when a man has a lower than average volume of semen released during ejaculation.
FatCamera / Getty Images
Hyperspermia Symptoms
The defining feature of hyperspermia is producing a larger than average volume of semen during ejaculation. While the exact milliliter range of what’s average varies slightly, it is generally accepted among researchers that men with hyperspermia release anywhere from 5.0 to 6.5 milliliters of semen each ejaculation.This equates to 0.2 to 0.22 fluid ounces.
Anaverage amount of semenis considered anything between 2 and 5 milliliters.
Hyperspermia has also been associated with increased risk of fertility challenges, which can result in difficulty in getting a partner pregnant. However, having hyperspermia may not necessarily mean having low sperm counts or reduced fertility. For instance, one study found people with hyperspermia tested within average range for sperm counts.
Keep in mind that there may be other reasons besides hyperspermia preventing you and your partner from conceiving. Talking to a healthcare provider or fertility specialist is a way to learn more about what’s causing fertility difficulties in your case.
In one 2016 study, spermquality factors,including sperm DNA fragmentation (the separating or breaking of DNA strands into pieces), were linked to a slight increased risk of miscarriage.
One meta-analysis from 2021 published in the journalMedicinesuggests semen volume is not a significant factor in miscarriage.In any case, it’s not always obvious why a miscarriage happens. In fact, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), fewer than half of all miscarriages in the United States have a known and identifiable cause.
How Can You Tell if Your Sperm Is Healthy?
Researchers do not know the cause of hyperspermia. It is known, though, that temporary hyperspermia can occur after a prolonged period of not ejaculating, since semen can build up during an extended period of time.
Some research also suggests an underlyinglow-grade bacterial infection of the prostatecould be a contributing factor in some cases.An infection could explain the increased volume of fluid, although this has not been confirmed as a cause of hyperspermia.
Living With STIs
If you’re concerned about how much semen you are producing and releasing during ejaculation, or if you have a sudden increase in semen volume, consider consulting with a healthcare provider. If you have been trying to conceive for about a year and are concerned about fertility, consider consulting with a healthcare provider or fertility specialist.
In these cases, a healthcare provider will recommend a physical exam and a semen analysis before determining the best course of action. Testosterone hormone testing can also determine an underlying cause of infertility, such as low testosterone levels.
Treating fertility challenges begins with understanding your full health history, including current lifestyle habits and modifying what you can to increase the likelihood of pregnancy occurring. At-home fertility testing can be a place to start. You can then take these results to your healthcare provider.
The 6 Best At-Home Sperm Tests for Reliable Results
Hyperspermia does not need to be treated unless you’re uncomfortable with the amount of semen being released or if you have been trying to conceive with no success.
People with low fertility and hyperspermia may be recommended the following fertility treatments:
How to Get Pregnant Fast
Living with a rare sexual and reproductive-health condition like hyperspermia is nothing to be embarrassed about. However, due to the sensitive nature of the topic and the potential implications this condition has on male fertility and eventual pregnancy, it’s understandable if a hyperspermia diagnosis causes distress and even frustration.
Research suggests difficulties in achieving pregnancy can contribute to mental health conditions, includingdepressionandanxiety.If you’re feeling concerned, stressed, or are in need of nonjudgmental support, you may want to consider reaching out to a mental health professional.
How Does Artificial Insemination Work?
Summary
Hyperspermia is when an individual produces and releases a greater volume of semen than is considered average. Symptoms may include the characteristic larger volume of semen but also fertility challenges can occur in some cases. There is still not enough research to determine the cause in all cases of hyperspermia, but some researchers suggest it may be associated with low-grade prostate infection.
Treatment isn’t necessary unless hyperspermia is considered a contributing factor in fertility challenges. In such cases, options exist that include medications and assisted reproductive technologies, as well as healthy lifestyle modifications. Fertility challenges can have an impact on mental health. Seeking support from a mental health professional is one method of coping.
11 SourcesVerywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.Butt F.Semen analysis parameters: Experiences and insight into male infertility at a tertiary hospital in Punjab.The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association.2013;63(5).Nwofor CN, Uwaezuoke JC, Okoro CL, Ohalete CN, Ogbulie JN.Microbiology of semen from men with fertility problems in Imo state, Nigeria.Nigerian Journal of Microbiology.2017;31(1):3649-3652.Cooke S, Tyler JP, Driscoll GL.Hyperspermia: the forgotten condition?.Hum Reprod. 1995;10(2):367-368. doi:10.1093/oxfordjournals.humrep.a135944Zhang Yj, Zhong J, Zu Wj.Evaluation on sperm parameters of ejaculates with hyperspermia.Journal of Reproduction and Contraception.2015;26(3):131-134. doi:10.7669/j.issn.1001-7844.2015.03.0131Carlini T, Paoli D, Pelloni M, Lombardo F, Lenzi A, Gandini L.Sperm DNA fragmentation in Italian couples with recurrent pregnancy loss.Reproductive BioMedicine Online. 2017;34(1):58-65. doi:10.1016/j.rbmo.2016.09.014Li J, Luo L, Diao J, Li Y, Zhang S, Chen L, Yang T, Qin J.Male sperm quality and risk of recurrent spontaneous abortion in Chinese couples: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Medicine (Baltimore). 2021;100(10):e24828. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000024828Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.Evaluation and treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss: a committee opinion.Fertil Steril. 2012;98(5):1103-1111. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.06.048Shang Y, Liu C, Cui D, Han G, Yi S. The effect of chronic bacterial prostatitis on semen quality in adult men: a meta-analysis of case-control studies.Scientific reports. 2014;4(7233). doi:10.1038/srep07233Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Infertility: Frequently asked questions.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.ART success rates.Klemetti R, Raitanen J, Sihvo S, Saarni S, Koponen P.Infertility, mental disorders and well-being – a nationwide survey.Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2010;89(5):677-682. doi:10.3109/00016341003623746
11 Sources
Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.Butt F.Semen analysis parameters: Experiences and insight into male infertility at a tertiary hospital in Punjab.The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association.2013;63(5).Nwofor CN, Uwaezuoke JC, Okoro CL, Ohalete CN, Ogbulie JN.Microbiology of semen from men with fertility problems in Imo state, Nigeria.Nigerian Journal of Microbiology.2017;31(1):3649-3652.Cooke S, Tyler JP, Driscoll GL.Hyperspermia: the forgotten condition?.Hum Reprod. 1995;10(2):367-368. doi:10.1093/oxfordjournals.humrep.a135944Zhang Yj, Zhong J, Zu Wj.Evaluation on sperm parameters of ejaculates with hyperspermia.Journal of Reproduction and Contraception.2015;26(3):131-134. doi:10.7669/j.issn.1001-7844.2015.03.0131Carlini T, Paoli D, Pelloni M, Lombardo F, Lenzi A, Gandini L.Sperm DNA fragmentation in Italian couples with recurrent pregnancy loss.Reproductive BioMedicine Online. 2017;34(1):58-65. doi:10.1016/j.rbmo.2016.09.014Li J, Luo L, Diao J, Li Y, Zhang S, Chen L, Yang T, Qin J.Male sperm quality and risk of recurrent spontaneous abortion in Chinese couples: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Medicine (Baltimore). 2021;100(10):e24828. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000024828Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.Evaluation and treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss: a committee opinion.Fertil Steril. 2012;98(5):1103-1111. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.06.048Shang Y, Liu C, Cui D, Han G, Yi S. The effect of chronic bacterial prostatitis on semen quality in adult men: a meta-analysis of case-control studies.Scientific reports. 2014;4(7233). doi:10.1038/srep07233Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Infertility: Frequently asked questions.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.ART success rates.Klemetti R, Raitanen J, Sihvo S, Saarni S, Koponen P.Infertility, mental disorders and well-being – a nationwide survey.Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2010;89(5):677-682. doi:10.3109/00016341003623746
Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.
Butt F.Semen analysis parameters: Experiences and insight into male infertility at a tertiary hospital in Punjab.The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association.2013;63(5).Nwofor CN, Uwaezuoke JC, Okoro CL, Ohalete CN, Ogbulie JN.Microbiology of semen from men with fertility problems in Imo state, Nigeria.Nigerian Journal of Microbiology.2017;31(1):3649-3652.Cooke S, Tyler JP, Driscoll GL.Hyperspermia: the forgotten condition?.Hum Reprod. 1995;10(2):367-368. doi:10.1093/oxfordjournals.humrep.a135944Zhang Yj, Zhong J, Zu Wj.Evaluation on sperm parameters of ejaculates with hyperspermia.Journal of Reproduction and Contraception.2015;26(3):131-134. doi:10.7669/j.issn.1001-7844.2015.03.0131Carlini T, Paoli D, Pelloni M, Lombardo F, Lenzi A, Gandini L.Sperm DNA fragmentation in Italian couples with recurrent pregnancy loss.Reproductive BioMedicine Online. 2017;34(1):58-65. doi:10.1016/j.rbmo.2016.09.014Li J, Luo L, Diao J, Li Y, Zhang S, Chen L, Yang T, Qin J.Male sperm quality and risk of recurrent spontaneous abortion in Chinese couples: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Medicine (Baltimore). 2021;100(10):e24828. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000024828Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.Evaluation and treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss: a committee opinion.Fertil Steril. 2012;98(5):1103-1111. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.06.048Shang Y, Liu C, Cui D, Han G, Yi S. The effect of chronic bacterial prostatitis on semen quality in adult men: a meta-analysis of case-control studies.Scientific reports. 2014;4(7233). doi:10.1038/srep07233Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Infertility: Frequently asked questions.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.ART success rates.Klemetti R, Raitanen J, Sihvo S, Saarni S, Koponen P.Infertility, mental disorders and well-being – a nationwide survey.Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2010;89(5):677-682. doi:10.3109/00016341003623746
Butt F.Semen analysis parameters: Experiences and insight into male infertility at a tertiary hospital in Punjab.The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association.2013;63(5).
Nwofor CN, Uwaezuoke JC, Okoro CL, Ohalete CN, Ogbulie JN.Microbiology of semen from men with fertility problems in Imo state, Nigeria.Nigerian Journal of Microbiology.2017;31(1):3649-3652.
Cooke S, Tyler JP, Driscoll GL.Hyperspermia: the forgotten condition?.Hum Reprod. 1995;10(2):367-368. doi:10.1093/oxfordjournals.humrep.a135944
Zhang Yj, Zhong J, Zu Wj.Evaluation on sperm parameters of ejaculates with hyperspermia.Journal of Reproduction and Contraception.2015;26(3):131-134. doi:10.7669/j.issn.1001-7844.2015.03.0131
Carlini T, Paoli D, Pelloni M, Lombardo F, Lenzi A, Gandini L.Sperm DNA fragmentation in Italian couples with recurrent pregnancy loss.Reproductive BioMedicine Online. 2017;34(1):58-65. doi:10.1016/j.rbmo.2016.09.014
Li J, Luo L, Diao J, Li Y, Zhang S, Chen L, Yang T, Qin J.Male sperm quality and risk of recurrent spontaneous abortion in Chinese couples: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Medicine (Baltimore). 2021;100(10):e24828. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000024828
Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.Evaluation and treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss: a committee opinion.Fertil Steril. 2012;98(5):1103-1111. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.06.048
Shang Y, Liu C, Cui D, Han G, Yi S. The effect of chronic bacterial prostatitis on semen quality in adult men: a meta-analysis of case-control studies.Scientific reports. 2014;4(7233). doi:10.1038/srep07233
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Infertility: Frequently asked questions.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.ART success rates.
Klemetti R, Raitanen J, Sihvo S, Saarni S, Koponen P.Infertility, mental disorders and well-being – a nationwide survey.Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2010;89(5):677-682. doi:10.3109/00016341003623746
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