43+ yrs
Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Vadodara, Surat, Bhuj, Bhavnagar, Anand, Varanasi
Dr. Himanshu Bavishi
MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility, IVF & Genetics
India's Trusted Fertility Experts · Since 1998
Male Infertility
Low Sperm Count (Oligospermia) Treatment
A low sperm count is one of the most common — and most treatable — causes of male infertility. With accurate diagnosis and the right plan, most couples can still conceive.
Andrology Specialists Advanced Semen Lab Since 1998 IUI · IVF · ICSI
What is Low Sperm Count
What is Oligospermia?
Oligospermia means a lower-than-normal number of sperm in the semen — generally fewer than 16 million sperm per millilitre. It is one of the commonest causes of male-factor infertility and is confirmed on a semen analysis.
A low count reduces, but rarely removes, the chance of natural conception. Depending on the cause and severity, treatment ranges from lifestyle and medical therapy to assisted reproduction such as IUI, IVF or ICSI — where even a few healthy sperm can fertilise an egg.
Medically Reviewed
Dr. Parth Bavishi, MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)Co-director & IVF Specialist · IVF & Andrology
Ahmedabad | Bavishi Fertility Institute
Last medically reviewed on . This page is educational and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice.
Indications
When to get evaluated
A semen analysis is the first step whenever male-factor infertility is suspected.
No pregnancy after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse.
A previous semen report showing a low sperm count.
A history of undescended testes, mumps, injury or testicular surgery.
A visible or suspected varicocele (enlarged scrotal veins).
Hormonal symptoms — low libido, reduced facial/body hair.
Exposure to heat, smoking, alcohol, steroids or certain medication.
Advantages
Why treat a low sperm count
Finding and correcting the cause restores the best possible chance of conceiving.
An accurate cause may be identified, not just the low number.
Reversible causes — infection, hormones, varicocele, lifestyle — can be corrected.
Many couples conceive naturally once the count improves.
When needed, IUI, IVF or ICSI overcome a persistently low count.
ICSI needs only a single healthy sperm per egg.
A clear, honest plan with realistic expectations.
Step by Step
How we evaluate & treat
A structured pathway from diagnosis to the right treatment for you.
01
Consultation & History
A detailed history, examination and review of any earlier reports.
02
Semen Analysis
An accurate count, motility and morphology assessment in our andrology lab.
03
Cause Work-up
Hormone tests, scrotal ultrasound and infection screening as required.
04
Targeted Treatment
Lifestyle, medical or surgical correction of the cause where possible.
05
Assisted Reproduction
IUI, IVF or ICSI when the count remains low despite treatment.
Sperm take about three months to mature, so improvements are reassessed after a full cycle.
Success & Safety
Real chances, honestly explained
Every fertility journey is unique. Low Sperm Count success rates depend on several medical and lifestyle factors.
Factors affecting success
- The cause and severity of the low count
- Sperm motility and morphology, not just number
- The female partner's age and fertility
- How well reversible factors are corrected
- The treatment chosen — natural, IUI, IVF or ICSI
At Bavishi Fertility Institute, we focus on personalised treatment plans rather than one-size-fits-all success claims.
Outcomes vary from case to case; your specialist will explain realistic expectations. No clinic can guarantee a pregnancy.
Cost & Assurance
Transparent, with no hidden costs
Know exactly what your Low Sperm Count treatment cost includes before you begin.
- Specialist consultation and evaluation
- Required diagnostic tests and monitoring
- The recommended treatment or procedure
- Medications as per your protocol
- Follow-up review and guidance
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Risks & Considerations
Risks & considerations
Cause may persist
Some causes of a low count are partly genetic and cannot be fully reversed.
How We Help: Where the count stays low, ICSI lets us fertilise eggs with very few sperm.
Time to improve
Sperm production takes about three months, so results are not immediate.
How We Help: We reassess after a full cycle rather than changing the plan too soon.
Assisted-reproduction risks
IUI, IVF and ICSI carry their own small, well-managed risks.
How We Help: Each step is explained and monitored so you can decide with full clarity.
Our Specialists
Our Low Sperm Count Specialists
Meet the Bavishi Fertility Institute specialists who treat patients with Low Sperm Count.
42+ yrs
Ahmedabad
Dr. Falguni Bavishi
MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility, IVF & Genetics
13+ yrs
Ahmedabad
13+ yrs
Ahmedabad
Dr. Janki Bavishi
MBBS, MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Obstetrics & Gynaecology
30+ yrs
Ahmedabad
10+ yrs
Ahmedabad
20+ yrs
Mumbai
20+ yrs
Mumbai
Dr. Nilesh Jain
MBBS, DGO, DNB (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility & IVF
20+ yrs
Mumbai
Dr. Priyanka Sinha
MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (USA) · Reproductive Medicine & IVF
12+ yrs
Surat
Dr. Deep Gajiwala
MBBS, DGO, DNB (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · IVF & Laparoscopic Surgery
22+ yrs
Vadodara
20+ yrs
Bhuj
22+ yrs
Anand
20+ yrs
Anand
12+ yrs
Bhavnagar
Dr. Deepali Pandya
MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FMAS, FRM — Gold Medalist · Reproductive Medicine & Laparoscopic Surgery
6+ yrs
Varanasi
Dr. Parnnika Agarwal
MBBS, MS, FMAS, FRM · Fertility, IVF & Gynaecological Laparoscopy
43+ yrs
Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Vadodara, Surat, Bhuj, Bhavnagar, Anand, Varanasi
Dr. Himanshu Bavishi
MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility, IVF & Genetics
42+ yrs
Ahmedabad
Dr. Falguni Bavishi
MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility, IVF & Genetics
13+ yrs
Ahmedabad
13+ yrs
Ahmedabad
Dr. Janki Bavishi
MBBS, MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Obstetrics & Gynaecology
30+ yrs
Ahmedabad
10+ yrs
Ahmedabad
20+ yrs
Mumbai
20+ yrs
Mumbai
Dr. Nilesh Jain
MBBS, DGO, DNB (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · Infertility & IVF
20+ yrs
Mumbai
Dr. Priyanka Sinha
MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (USA) · Reproductive Medicine & IVF
12+ yrs
Surat
Dr. Deep Gajiwala
MBBS, DGO, DNB (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · IVF & Laparoscopic Surgery
22+ yrs
Vadodara
20+ yrs
Bhuj
22+ yrs
Anand
20+ yrs
Anand
12+ yrs
Bhavnagar
Dr. Deepali Pandya
MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FMAS, FRM — Gold Medalist · Reproductive Medicine & Laparoscopic Surgery
6+ yrs
Varanasi
Dr. Parnnika Agarwal
MBBS, MS, FMAS, FRM · Fertility, IVF & Gynaecological Laparoscopy
FAQ
Low Sperm Count — your questions answered
Generally fewer than 16 million sperm per millilitre of semen, confirmed on a semen analysis. Counts can vary, so the test is often repeated.
Often yes. Many couples conceive naturally once the count improves, and assisted reproduction such as IUI, IVF or ICSI can help when it does not.
Common causes include varicocele, infection, hormonal problems, undescended testes, certain medication, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol, heat and stress.
Treating infection or a varicocele, balancing hormones and improving lifestyle can raise the count in many men. Results take about three months.
When the count or motility is very low, ICSI injects a single healthy sperm directly into each egg, so even a small number of sperm can achieve fertilisation.
This page is for educational purposes and is medically reviewed by Dr. Parth Bavishi, MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology). It is not a substitute for personal medical advice — please consult our doctors for guidance specific to you.
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