Scientists say GLP-1s improved male testosterone levels and sperm count
GLP-1 medications improved testosterone levels, sperm count, and sperm morphology in men after 24 weeks, according to a study led by Dr. Pratibha Natesh. However, experts caution more research is needed before prescribing these drugs for male infertility, noting potential risks from sudden weight loss and metabolic changes.
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GLP-1stopicDr. Pratibha NateshpersonUniversity Hospitals Coventry and WarwickshireorganizationWarwick Medical SchoolorganizationYale MedicineorganizationDr. Lidia Mnguez AlarcnpersonBrigham and Women's HospitalorganizationHarvard Medical SchoolorganizationDr. Amin HeratipersonJohns Hopkins HospitalorganizationTestosterone replacement therapytopicBariatric surgerytopic
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