High-risk HPV infections in men may be associated with slightly higher levels of dead sperm cells, new study suggests

Scientists have conducted a study to investigate the potential impact of high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infections on sperm health and fertility in men. The study found that high-risk HPV infections may be associated with increased levels of sperm death. The researchers analyzed semen samples from 205 men and found that those with high-risk HPV infections had higher levels of dead sperm compared to those with low-risk infections. The study suggests that testing men for HPV could be beneficial. However, experts point out that the findings should not cause alarm and that the impact on fertility is still unclear. The study emphasizes the importance of HPV vaccination and other preventive measures to reduce the risk of infection.