Impact of Ejaculation Frequency on Semen Quality
Effect of Male Ejaculation Frequency on Semen Parameters
This study looks at how different ejaculation frequencies affect semen quality in men aged 22 to 45 to better understand male fertility.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 22 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | The First Hospital of Jilin University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Changchun, Jilin) |
| Trial ID | NCT06172504 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate how the frequency of ejaculation affects semen parameters in men. Participants, aged 22 to 45, who have undergone semen examination at the andrology clinic of the Reproductive Center of the First Hospital of Jilin University, will provide demographic and health information. The study will analyze semen samples based on varying ejaculation frequencies and the duration of abstinence prior to the examination, focusing on parameters such as sperm count, motility, and morphology. The findings could provide insights into male fertility and reproductive health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men aged 22 to 45 with normal ejaculation function and no severe sperm abnormalities.
Not a fit: Patients with severe oligospermia or azoospermia, or those with factors adversely affecting semen parameters, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of male fertility and inform recommendations for optimizing semen quality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored similar relationships between ejaculation frequency and semen quality, suggesting potential for meaningful findings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Normal ejaculation function, normal sexual life, masturbation can ejaculate 2. Male age between 22 and 45 years old. 3. According to World Health Organization standards, the semen examination time is within 48h to 7 days of abstinence. Exclusion Criteria: 1. The man was diagnosed with extremely severe oligospermia (sperm concentration \<1 million/ml) and azoospermia. 2. Identify the factors affecting semen parameters, long-term exposure to high temperature, long-term exposure to chemicals, heavy metals, radiation and other toxic and harmful substances, orchitis/epididymitis, cryptorchidism, radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment, and taking drugs to improve sperm within three months
Where this trial is running
Changchun, Jilin
- the first hospital of Jilin University — Changchun, Jilin, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: yang yu — The First Hospital of Jilin University
- Study coordinator: yang yu, doctor
- Email: yuyang0351@jlu.edu.cn
- Phone: +86 13844000361
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.