The effect of L-Arginine of treatment for infertile men on semen parameters
The aim of the study is to determine the effect of oral supplement of L-Arginine on semen parameters as a treatment for infertile men. Patients and methods: The study conducted on 15 infertile men at infertility clinic in SalahadDin general hospital and private clinics and laboratories in Tikrit ci...
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| Language: | English |
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Tikrit University
2019-09-01
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| Series: | Tikrit Journal of Pure Science |
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| Online Access: | https://tjpsj.org/index.php/tjps/article/view/408 |
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| Summary: | The aim of the study is to determine the effect of oral supplement of L-Arginine on semen parameters as a treatment for infertile men. Patients and methods: The study conducted on 15 infertile men at infertility clinic in SalahadDin general hospital and private clinics and laboratories in Tikrit city from beginning of March to the end of July 2018. Infertility is a common clinical problem affecting 13-15% of couples worldwide. The prevalence varies throughout developed and undeveloped countries, being higher in the latter in which limited resources for diagnosis and treatment exist. L-arginine was given daily and orally at a dose 1000 mg one capsule per day morning after breakfast.
Results: There was a significant increase in total sperm count after treatment with L- Arginine as compare with that before treatment. Also there was significant elevation active motility and Ejaculate volume after treatment with L- Arginine, as compare with that before treatment. However, there are significant reductions in Sluggish motility, abnormal sperm shape and non-motile sperms after treatment with L-Arginine as compare with that before treatment.
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| ISSN: | 1813-1662 2415-1726 |