Infertility From Retrograde Ejaculation in a Diabetic Patient: a Case Report in Delta State, Nigeria

Background: Retrograde ejaculation is an infrequent medical condition that is mostly seen in men who have undergone surgeries like transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), in people who have diabetes mellitus or caused by some medications used in the treatment of high blood pressure or depression.This could lead to issues like infertility and more indirectly a reduced sense of sexual pleasure. Case Presentation: Retrograde ejaculation is an uncommon cause of infertility, dry orgasm, and psychological distress. This is a case report of a 34-year-old diabetic man with a history of ejaculatory dysfunction (anejaculation) who was initially treated with Tablet Chlorpheniramine and subsequently a combination of Chlorpheniramine and Imipramine to which he achieved Anterograde Ejaculation. Conclusion: Retrograde ejaculation is a common presentation among men with diabetes mellitus and antegrade ejaculation can be achieved with Tablet Chlorpheniramine with enhanced effectiveness when combined with Tablet Imipramine.