TLDR Some common medications may harm male fertility by affecting hormones, sperm production, and sexual function.
The review discusses the potential negative effects of commonly prescribed medications on male fertility. It notes that many young men take medications for chronic conditions like high blood pressure, psychiatric illness, and pain management, and usage increases with age. These medications can affect fertility by changing hormone secretion, impairing testosterone secretion, sperm production, and ejaculation. Some drugs can also increase erectile dysfunction and decrease libido. The review calls for more research in this area and suggests that doctors should consider these potential effects when prescribing medications.
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