Management of Oligo-teratospermia with Vajikarana Chitkitsa resulting in healthy natural conception: A case report

TL;DR

A couple with male infertility due to poor sperm quality successfully conceived naturally after Ayurvedic treatment.

Contribution

Demonstrates successful Ayurvedic management of oligo-teratozoospermia leading to natural conception.

Findings

The patient's sperm morphology improved from oligo-teratozoospermia to normozoospermia within 3 months.

The couple's female partner conceived within two cycles after the male's treatment.

The pregnancy was safe and resulted in a healthy baby boy.

Abstract

Oligo-teratozoospermia is a condition affecting the normal sperm count and morphology leading to male factor infertility, majorly resulting due to improper lifestyle adaptations. In Ayurveda literature, the condition is well elaborated as Ksheenashukra having specified treatment modalities. This paper presents a case of infertile couple where in the male was diagnosed with Oligo-teratozoospermia, and was advised for ART due to teratogenecity. The patient approached Ayurveda fertility centre and was subjected to Ayurveda treatment with initial counseling, followed by Shodhana chikitsa and 2 courses of Vajikarana aushadhi prayoga. Within 3 months, the outcome resulted from Oligo-teratozoospermia to normozoospermia and the partner conceived within 2 cycles. The female experienced a safe and healthy antenatal phase and the couple was blessed with a baby boy.