Lifestyle changes may improve sperm quality. Stopping smoking as well as a diet rich in antioxidants (fruits, vegetables, green tea) contribute to reducing sperm fragmentation. Also antioxidant supplements (Vit C/E, Co-enzyme Q10, carnitine), treatment of any infections and surgical repair of varicocele may improve sperm integrity.

In patients with oligospermia medical therapy for up to three months may help. Another approach is through intrauterine insemination which could be an effective solution.

In patients with severe oligospermia unresponsive to medical therapy, IVF can play an important role.

Generally speaking, recent advances in assisted reproduction (ICSI, MESA-TESE) have made treatment of most cases of male infertility, possible.