10.03.2025.

Research suggests that semen quality may serve as a reflection of a man’s overall health. A recent study indicates that men with higher sperm quality tend to have longer lifespans.

Scientists analyzed data from approximately 80,000 Danish men over a follow-up period of up to 50 years. These individuals underwent laboratory evaluations of their semen due to issues with couple infertility.

The study examined several factors, including semen volume, sperm concentration, and the percentage of motile sperm—those that move effectively and exhibit a normal shape.

Findings published in Human Reproduction revealed that men with a higher count of motile sperm experienced a life expectancy two to three years longer than those with the lowest counts.

Specifically, men with a total motile sperm count exceeding 120 million lived on average 2.7 years longer than those with counts ranging from zero to five million.

Moreover, the association between lower semen quality and reduced life expectancy remained significant even after accounting for pre-existing health conditions and educational background.

One possible explanation is that semen quality could indicate a man’s overall health.

Supporting this hypothesis, earlier research found that men with lower sperm concentration were hospitalized, on average, seven years earlier, suggesting that impaired semen quality may not only lead to a shorter life but also fewer healthy years.

Ongoing investigations are exploring the link between infertility and increased health risks in men.