Scientists at Russia’s Sechenov University said that one in six people in the world is considered to be infertile, noting that the problem affects 17.6% of the world’s populationenov University said that one in six people in the world is considered to be infertile, noting that the problem affects 17.6% of the world’s population.
Dmitry Korolev, a urologist, andrologist, and assistant professor at the Institute of Urology and Human Reproductive Health at Sechenov University in Russia, made this statement on the occasion of World Reproductive Health Day on February 12.
Korolev explained: "According to the latest data, 17.6% of the world's population is considered infertile, meaning that one in six people - men or women - is infertile. As for the contribution of men to the reproductive process, I would say that their percentage reaches 50%."
He added that male infertility is usually caused by genetic abnormalities, varicocele, obesity, and related diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes.
Dmitry Korolev said he advises men over the age of 40 to have their testosterone, glucose, and thyroid hormone levels checked in order to monitor their reproductive health.
He explained: “First, the level of testosterone, specifically total free testosterone, must be checked. As well as the level of glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin, which can directly affect the condition of the blood vessels of the penis and erection. Doctors also recommend checking thyroid hormones and tumor markers.”
The doctor pointed out that in addition to the above-mentioned examinations, men should undergo a digital (digital) rectal examination with a urologist, as this examination allows for the diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostate cancer with a high degree of accuracy.
