Over the years I have met several men who
use anabolic steroids for increasing muscle
mass.
These men are often athletes competing at
a very high level of competition or weight
lifters, wrestlers or just general body builders.
Many of the men have never considered the
possibility that the use of these anabolic
steroids can have an effect on sperm production.
In fact, the effect is dramatic.
Men who use anabolic steroids in addition
to other health issues that can occur have
a significantly lower number of sperm.
They don't produce sperm for the simple reason
that testosterone, which is the main component
of anabolic steroids suppresses the brain's
stimulation of the testicle.
Giving high level of testosterone specifically
suppresses two hormones in the brain.
They are FSH and LH hormones, and these hormones
are responsible for the production of sperm.
Men who take testosterone will often have
zero sperm in their ejaculate and can recover
their sperm production by stopping the use
of these anabolic steroids.
If you are a man who uses anabolic steroids
and you are interested in the conception of
a child, it is imperative that you discontinue
the use of those steroids as soon as possible.
You should see a urologist to help you do
so and have a good evaluation of your semen.
