Shukra Dushti (Male Reproductive Disorders)

Shukra Dushti in Ayurveda refers to vitiation or impairment of Shukra dhatu (semen), leading to various male reproductive?functional and fertility disorders. It encompasses conditions such as oligozoospermia (low sperm count), asthenozoospermia (reduced motility), teratozoospermia (abnormal morphology), and azoospermia (absent sperm), and is considered a key underlying cause of male?factor infertility.

Ayurvedic concept

Ayurvedic texts describe Shukra Dushti as a derangement of the reproductive tissue brought about by Vata?, Pitta?, or Kapha?dominant dosha imbalance, Shukravaha?srotodushti (damage to semen?carrying channels), improper diet, excessive sexual activity or suppression of urges, and chronic systemic diseases such as diabetes or persistent infections.

Treatment approach

Management includes Shodhana (purificatory therapies like Vamana, Virechana, basti) and Shamana (oral Ayurvedic formulations such as Phala Ghrita, Chandraprabha Vati, Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Musali, Kapikacchu), along with Vajikarana therapy to enhance semen quality, libido, and reproductive vitality.