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What makes sperm thick?

Thick semen usually results from a higher than normal concentration of sperm in a typical volume of semen, or from having a high number of sperm with an irregular shape (morphology). High sperm concentration often indicates that you're more likely to impregnate a female partner.

healthline.com - Thick Semen: Ejaculation and Other Causes, Effects on Fertility,

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Is this cause for concern? There’s no reason to be concerned if your semen suddenly appears thick. Many people have naturally thick semen. You should only keep an eye on it or consider seeing your doctor if you experience other symptoms. Here’s what to watch for, what could be behind the texture change, and when to see your doctor. How does ejaculation affect semen texture? Ejaculation changes texture as soon as it leaves the penis. It often starts off thick and warm, but becomes watery and cool after being exposed to the air for a few minutes. Frequent ejaculation can lower your semen volume and the amount of sperm that leaves your body during a single ejaculation. Both factors can affect the consistency of your semen. Does semen texture affect fertility? Thick semen usually results from a higher than normal concentration of sperm in a typical volume of semen, or from having a high number of sperm with an irregular shape (morphology). High sperm concentration often indicates that you’re more likely to impregnate a female partner. Thick semen is also less likely to drip out of the vagina. This increases you and your partner’s chance of conception. When is semen considered healthy? Healthy semen typically has the following characteristics: whitish, grayish, or yellowish color

a mild alkaline smell (like chlorine or bleach)

viscous, jelly-like texture that turns watery after 30 minutes

slightly sweet taste Keep in mind that what’s considered healthy can vary from person to person. If you meet most of these baselines, there’s no need to worry about how thick your semen is. What else could cause a sudden change in texture? If your semen isn’t normally thick and clumpy, this texture might be caused by: Dehydration Semen is composed primarily of water. Not getting enough fluids can reduce the amount of liquid available to give semen its typically viscous texture. Drinking enough water throughout the day helps regulate your body’s pH level. This is your body’s relative balance of acidic and alkaline substances. Your body typically maintains a pH level of 7.4. When you’re dehydrated, your pH levels can become irregular. This can make your semen thick and affect many other organs in your body, too. Other signs and symptoms of dehydration include: extreme thirst

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dizziness

confusion

infrequent urination

dark urine

dark or bloody stool Hormonal imbalance Semen contains many hormones. This includes many androgens like testosterone and some other steroid hormones intended to protect sperm as they travel through the acidic environment of the vagina. Your age, diet , and level of physical activity can all impact your hormone levels. Hormonal imbalance can result in thickened semen, as well as irregularly shaped sperm. Irregular sperm shape can also contribute to your semen’s texture. Other symptoms of hormone imbalance include: reduced sexual desire

difficulty getting or keeping an erection

loss of body or facial hair

exhaustion

loss of muscle mass

abnormal weight loss

increase in body fat Infection Genital tract infections, especially bacterial infections, can make your semen thick. This is because they increase the number of white blood cells to the area. This can decrease how much semen you produce. It can also reduce sperm concentration in your semen and affect sperm shape. A 2003 study even suggests that the presence of infectious bacteria in your genital tract can cause white blood cells to attack sperm. This can influence the thickness of your semen. A 2009 study also indicates that infectious bacteria can cause sperm to stick together. This also contributes to how thick your semen is. Other signs and symptoms of infection include: difficulty urinating

pain or burning during urination

bloody urine

abnormal clear or cloudy discharge

swollen testicles

healthline.com - Thick Semen: Ejaculation and Other Causes, Effects on Fertility,

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