Can retrograde ejaculation cause problems?

Retrograde ejaculation isn’t harmful, but it can cause male infertility. Treatment for retrograde ejaculation is generally only needed to restore fertility.

Can retro ejaculation be fixed?

Retrograde ejaculation is not always reversible. However, the infertility it can cause is treatable. Even when a man cannot ejaculate at all, a fertility specialist may be able to help. Men with retrograde ejaculation may have other symptoms due to an enlarged prostate, diabetes, or prostate surgery.

Is there any benefits to not ejaculating?

Based on a few smaller studies, abstaining from ejaculation may increase testosterone levels. In theory, increasing your T levels by not ejaculating might have benefits if your levels are low. Low testosterone can have a negative impact on your mood, energy levels, and sex drive.

Is retrograde ejaculation permanent after TURP?

Semen travels up into the bladder instead of out through the urethra. This is called retrograde ejaculation. It is not harmful but can interfere with your ability to get women pregnant. It can be permanent.

How do you treat retrograde ejaculation naturally?

To strengthen the muscles that help you ejaculate, you can try Kegel exercises. During these exercises, you squeeze and release the muscles you use to control urination. One small study showed an improvement in premature ejaculation following 12 weeks of pelvic floor muscle training, including Kegel exercises.

What should I do if I have retrograde ejaculation?

Drugs to treat retrograde ejaculation are drugs primarily used to treat other conditions, including:

1. Imipramine (Tofranil)
2. Midodrine.
3. Chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton, others) and brompheniramine (Veltane, others)
4. Ephedrine (Akovaz, others), pseudoephedrine (Sudafed, others) and phenylephrine (Vazculep, others)

How do I stop retrograde ejaculation?

How can you prevent retrograde ejaculation?

1. Maintaining better control of your blood sugar if you have diabetes.
2. Avoiding drugs that can trigger this problem.

How common is retrograde ejaculation after TURP?

Retrograde ejaculation is the most common long-term complication of TURP and can occur in as many as 65 to 75\% of men.