International Journal of Chemical and Biochemical Sciences (ISSN 2226-9614)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
VOLUME 25(19) (2024)
Sars-Cov-2 Infection, Leukospermia occurrence and treatment efforts
Rahmawati Thamrin1*, Irfan Idris2, Firdaus Hamid3, Arif Santoso4
1Faculty of Medicine, Bosowa University, Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
2,3,4 Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Abstract
Limited knowledge regarding the association between SARS-CoV-2 and male fertility highlights the needs for research to look further into its potential effects. This study investigates the correlation between SARS-CoV-2 infection and leukospermia, focusing on potential implications for sperm quality. A cross-sectional study was conducted at Telkomedika Clinic, involving 20 men with history of SARS-CoV-2-positive. Data collection comprised primary sources via observations and closed interviews, supplemented by secondary data from patient record. Analysis revealed a significant association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and leukospermia (p < 0,05), suggesting a potential decline in sperm quality. Changes in sperm parameters, including concentration, motility, and morphology, were observed. Our study highlights the importance of monitoring sperm quality in COVID-19 patients and highlights the virus’s potential impact on male fertility. It emphasizes the necessity of integrating reproductive health considerations into COVID-19 management.
Keywords: COVID-19, Leukospermia, Male Fertility.
Full length article – PDF *Corresponding Author, e-mail: rahmawati.thamrin@gmail.com Doi # https://doi.org/10.62877/43-IJCBS-24-25-19-43