How Do You Spell AZOOSPERMIA?

Pronunciation: [azˈuːspəmˌi͡ə] (IPA)

Azoospermia is a medical condition where a male's semen contains no sperm. The word 'Azoospermia' is spelled with the phonetic transcription /eɪzəʊˈspəːmiə/. The 'a' in 'azoospermia' is pronounced as the vowel sound in 'hay' and the double 'oo' is pronounced as the vowel sound in 'boot'. The 'i' is pronounced as the vowel sound in 'see' and the stress is on the third syllable, 'spur'. The word is derived from two Greek words, 'a-' meaning 'lack of' and 'zoospermia' meaning 'sperm'.

AZOOSPERMIA Meaning and Definition

1. Azoospermia is a medical condition that refers to the absence or complete lack of sperm in a man's ejaculate. It is a form of male infertility characterized by the inability to conceive a child naturally. The term "azoospermia" originates from the Greek words "a," meaning "without," and "zoosperma," meaning "sperm."

   There are two main types of azoospermia: obstructive and non-obstructive. Obstructive azoospermia occurs when there is a blockage in the reproductive tract, preventing sperm from reaching the ejaculate. This can be caused by various factors such as congenital abnormalities, previous surgeries, or infections. Non-obstructive azoospermia, on the other hand, occurs due to problems with sperm production in the testes. This can be due to hormonal imbalances, genetic defects, or certain medical conditions.

   Azoospermia can be a challenging condition to diagnose and treat. A thorough evaluation, including physical examinations, hormonal tests, genetic testing, and semen analysis, is typically conducted to determine the underlying cause. Treatment options may vary depending on the specific cause and the individual's circumstances. In cases of obstructive azoospermia, surgery may be performed to remove the blockage. Non-obstructive azoospermia is usually more challenging to treat, and assisted reproductive techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) may be recommended.

   It is essential for individuals diagnosed with azoospermia to seek medical advice and consultation with a reproductive specialist to explore their options for fertility and possible solutions.

2. Absence of spermatozoa in the semen.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for AZOOSPERMIA

• zzoospermia
• szoospermia
• wzoospermia
• qzoospermia
• axoospermia
• asoospermia
• aaoospermia
• aziospermia
• azkospermia
• azlospermia
• azpospermia
• az0ospermia
• az9ospermia
• azoispermia
• azokspermia
• azolspermia
• azopspermia
• azo0spermia
• azo9spermia
• azooapermia

Etymology of AZOOSPERMIA

The word azoospermia is derived from the Greek roots a- meaning without, zoos meaning living, and sperma meaning seed or sperm. Therefore, azoospermia as a whole means without living seed or absence of sperm in semen.

Plural form of AZOOSPERMIA is AZOOSPERMIAS