Male infertility and ED from COVID

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https://health.clevelandclinic.org/yes-covid-19-can-cause-erectile-dysfunction/

Researchers are piecing together that surviving COVID-19 may be associated with erectile dysfunction (ED). The research points to three factors that can lead to the potential onset of ED in men who have had the virus:

Vascular effects. Erectile function is a predictor of heart disease, so we know that the vascular system and reproductive system are connected. We also know that COVID-19 can cause hyperinflammation 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.
Psychological impact. Sexual activity is closely associated with mental health. The stress, anxiety and depression caused by the virus and pandemic can be linked to sexual dysfunction and poor mood.
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. Since the virus can cause a plethora of health issues, general poor health is cause for concern both for ED and other complications.


Another cause for concern regarding the research is the potential testicular damage that can occur following an infection with COVID-19. It’s too early to tell if the damage is permanent, temporary or if it can affect fertility. Age is also an important aspect to consider, as it’s a risk factor for developing both ED and a severe case of COVID-19.

Darwin strikes again.

[RockRaven]

1. All I have to say about this is:

it is unfortunate that so many people who attempted to do everything possible to safeguard themselves and others against infection nevertheless were amongst those who ended up infected at some point anyway.

Other than that... I got some :crickets:

[brewens]

2. I lost a lot of weight and with the improved diet and exercise, I no longer need

ED drugs. Not only that, I'm in better shape for sex than I have been in decades.

I'm already pissed that finally when I thought I could get back out and meet someone to take advantage of me, it's back to hiding out. I'll really be pissed if I get COVID and it screws me up now!

[leftyladyfrommo]

5. Meeting people right now is impossible.

I was just starting to enjoy the company of friends again and now back we go.

[PortTack]

4. One would think if anything would convince a man..it would be this!

They think they’re angry now, wait until covid takes away....

[Demsrule86]

6. Um...not to be indelicate, but I am married to a man that got the vaccine and he is just fine...

no ED at all. As for having babies, due to a genetic matter (which we don't carry) that could have affected my son and his wife having another baby, we were both tested. And my husband in his 50's has plenty of 'swimmers'. This is just more scare tactics.

[CottonBear]

7. The article is about men who've been infected w/ COVID19.

The vaccines help to prevent infection and do not lead to ED or infertility in men.

Getting a COVID19 may cause ED and infertility according to the initial research.