Concerns as the Number of Men with Erectile Dysfunction Grows

Health experts have raised concerns over the rising number of infertile or impotent men. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in six men lacks male potency.

To address this issue, a group of 25 scientists emphasized the importance of early screening for men, followed by embracing treatments, to avoid ending up impotent.

These experts stress that due to the lack of awareness regarding early signs of male impotence, many men find themselves infertile without knowing. Additionally, more efforts have been directed towards treating infertility in women rather than men.

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“The increase in men who cannot produce cannot be solely attributed to genes but is also a result of environmental factors. Among these factors are exposure to various harmful chemicals that disrupt hormones,” said Sarah Kemmins, a scientist from the CRCHUM Research Center in Montreal, Canada.

“Obesity, poor eating habits, smoking, marijuana use, and excessive alcohol consumption also contribute to male impotence. What’s disheartening is that many men are unaware of this,” she added.

The researchers now recommend that men undergo evaluations of their condition, with early treatment suggested to address this issue.

Many men who lack male sperm become distressed, with some experiencing depression due to societal ridicule.

Furthermore, these researchers propose training for healthcare providers in male fertility and regular awareness campaigns to educate about infertility treatments.