Infertility is typically defined as the inability to conceive after at least one year of regular, unprotected sex. This affects 15–20% of couples. A male factor is estimated to be present in about 50% of cases. Male infertility is associated with significant psychosocial and marital stress. In Sharir Sthana 'Mahatigarbhavktanti 'Adhyay Charaka mentioned about male infertility (Vandhyatva) and female infertility (Vandhyaatva). Vrushana and Shepha are Moola of Shukravaha Strotas. Testis and

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... na, penis and Shepha can be correlate, so that the spermato- genesis and carrying of semen takes place. Shukra can be classified as Sukshma (invisible form of Shukra) and Sthula Shukra (semen). Vrushana and Shepha can considered as Moola Sthana with respect to Sthula Shukra. There are wide range of conditions causing male infertility. Out of which some causes anatomical change in Shukravaha Strotas which affects Parinaman (production) and Abhivahan (transportation) of Sthula Shukra. Keywords: Shukravaha strotas, Strotomoola, Shukra, Vandhyatva, Male infertility