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Semen is an organic fluid, also known as seminal fluid, that usually contains spermatozoa. It is secreted by the gonads (sexual glands) and other sexual organs of male or hermaphroditic animals and can fertilize female ova. The process of discharge is called ejaculation.

Study explores the stability of monkeypox viral DNA in various body fluid samples

Researchers used laboratory diagnostic testing data of monkeypox cases and performed. They performed mathematical modeling to predict how long monkeypox viral deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) remains detectable in different body fluid samples.

24 Oct 2022

How does COVID-19 and its treatment affect testicular function?

Researchers summarized available information related to the reproductive effects of COVID-19 in men.

23 Oct 2022

Monkeypox virus infection and its persistence in the testes of infected crab-eating macaques

Researchers performed retrospective detection of the monkeypox virus in the testes of nonhuman primates.

22 Oct 2022

Scientists detect monkeypox virus in the testes of macaques during acute infection

For the first time, scientists have detected monkeypox virus in the testes of macaques during the acute phase of infection, according to research published online today in the journal Nature Microbiology.

17 Oct 2022

The role of wastewater surveillance for monitoring monkeypox

A new study reviews the advantages and current challenges associated with wastewater-based surveillance of MPXV.

10 Oct 2022

Fast Track to Fertility program can significantly speed up the time to treatment

When struggling to conceive, every second that ticks by feels precious. That makes it easy to get discouraged: 65 percent of those who seek fertility care eventually discontinue treatment, the majority due to stress.

7 Oct 2022

French study reports growing evidence of sexual activity-linked transmission of monkeypox

In a new study, researchers described patients with monkeypox virus (MPXV) infection.

3 Oct 2022

What is the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen parameters and sex hormones?

A new study aimed to systematically review studies investigating sex hormones and semen parameters in COVID-19 patients to provide a better understanding and treatment approach.

27 Sep 2022

No adverse affect on sperm quality 6 to 14 months post BNT162b2 COVID vaccine

A study published in the journal Gamete Biology demonstrates that the mRNA-based coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine developed by Pfizer/BioNTech is not detrimental to sperm health over a long period post-vaccination.

20 Sep 2022

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

In a recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Urology, researchers reviewed existing data on the effects of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male genitourinary (GU) tract.

7 Sep 2022

How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

In a recent review published in the journal Endocrines, researchers summarized existing literature findings on the impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male reproductive system and fertility.

7 Sep 2022

Techniques used for SARS-CoV-2 detection in body fluids

In a recent review published in the journal Trends in Analytical Chemistry, researchers provided a comprehensive overview of the current techniques used for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) detection in bodily fluids.

7 Sep 2022

DNA levels of monkeypox correlate with virus infectivity

Scientists test clinical samples of MPXV patients to determine the relationship between the MPXV DNA copies and infectious status.

6 Sep 2022

New case study provides comprehensive characterization and follow-up of monkeypox infection

In a recent monkeypox case in Sweden, scientists focused on clinical symptoms, viral kinetics, and microbial diagnostics.

31 Aug 2022

The most recent evidence about phylogenesis, pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment for monkeypox

A new review sheds light on the origins of this virus and recently acquired knowledge about its disease mechanism and the preventive and therapeutic measures appropriate in this situation.

31 Aug 2022

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Researchers explored the molecular and cellular mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

30 Aug 2022

Case report on the post-orgasmic illness treated with antihistamines

Scientists discuss a post-orgasmic illness syndrome patient’s experience of being treated with an antihistamine.

23 Aug 2022

Insights into the biology of the monkeypox virus

Researchers provided insights into monkeypox virus structural characteristics, epidemiology, transmission, zoonotic reservoirs, pathogenesis, and clinical management.

23 Aug 2022

Men exposed to industrial air pollution exhibit sperm mitochondrial DNA deletions

Researchers compare the length spectra of sperm mitochondrial DNA deletions in two seasons with varied air pollution levels.

14 Aug 2022

What is the impact of COVID-19 on male reproductive health?

In a recent study, researchers assessed male reproductive health three months after COVID-19 infection.

12 Aug 2022

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Study explores the stability of monkeypox viral DNA in various body fluid samples

How does COVID-19 and its treatment affect testicular function?

Monkeypox virus infection and its persistence in the testes of infected crab-eating macaques

Scientists detect monkeypox virus in the testes of macaques during acute infection

The role of wastewater surveillance for monitoring monkeypox

Fast Track to Fertility program can significantly speed up the time to treatment

French study reports growing evidence of sexual activity-linked transmission of monkeypox

What is the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen parameters and sex hormones?

No adverse affect on sperm quality 6 to 14 months post BNT162b2 COVID vaccine

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

Techniques used for SARS-CoV-2 detection in body fluids

DNA levels of monkeypox correlate with virus infectivity

New case study provides comprehensive characterization and follow-up of monkeypox infection

The most recent evidence about phylogenesis, pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment for monkeypox

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Case report on the post-orgasmic illness treated with antihistamines

Insights into the biology of the monkeypox virus

Men exposed to industrial air pollution exhibit sperm mitochondrial DNA deletions

What is the impact of COVID-19 on male reproductive health?

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