Men who are under stress can have their sperm quality altered. The reason why stress causes sperm alterations is because cortisol levels increase. By increasing cortisol, other male sex hormones necessary for sperm production can be affected.
Apart from this, stress can also cause erectile dysfunction in the male, as well as reduced sexual appetite.
Read the full article on: Semen Quality : What Is Measured And What Can Be Done To Improve It? ( 67).
By Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist), Juan José Espinós Gómez M.D., Ph.D. (gynecologist), Laura Garrido B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Víctor Villalobos Paz M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Romina Packan (invitra staff).
Last Update: 10/16/2023
