
Urology
Can Covid Affect Male Sexual Health?
Dr. Aman Gupta Jun 18, 2021

- Direct effect of virus on testicular tissue
- Cytokinins/inflammatory chemicals affecting the sperm counts, function and morphology
- Reduced libido/ erections due to psychological trauma or mental health issues
- Effect of steroid and antivirals used for treatment on sperm number/function
- Vascular effects. ED is a predictor of heart disease, therefore, the vascular system and reproductive system are connected. COVID-19 can cause hyper-inflammation throughout the body, especially in the heart and surrounding muscles. Blood supply to the penis can become blocked or narrowed as a result of a new or worsened vascular condition caused by the virus.
- Overall health deterioration. ED is typically a symptom of an underlying problem. Men with poor health are at greater risk for developing ED and also for having a severe reaction to COVID-19.
- Lower testosterone levels can contribute to erectile dysfunction, as well as decreased energy, libido and muscle mass. Lower testosterone levels also could exacerbate the body’s inflammatory response, causing heightened damage to the blood vessels.

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Dr. Aman Gupta
ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR UROLOGY | Fortis Vasant Kunj
- Urology | Urology | Uro-Oncology | Kidney Transplant | Robotic Surgery
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