Human papillomavirus infection and male reproductive health.
- Author:
Yu-Yan LI
1
Author Information
1. Key Laboratory of Contraceptive Drugs and Devices of the National Population and Family Planning Committee / Shanghai Institute of Planned Parenthood Research, Research Institute of Reproduction and Development, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
human papillomavirus infection;
male infertility;
male reproductive health;
sexually transmitted disease;
tumor of reproductive organs
- MeSH:
Adult;
Asymptomatic Infections;
Carrier State;
virology;
Circumcision, Male;
Female;
Humans;
Infertility, Male;
virology;
Male;
Papillomaviridae;
Papillomavirus Infections;
complications;
prevention & control;
transmission;
Reproductive Health;
Risk Factors;
Sexual Partners;
Sexually Transmitted Diseases;
virology
- From:
National Journal of Andrology
2017;23(4):376-380
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is one of the worldwide sexually transmitted diseases (STD), and the DNA of HPV can exist in the normal epithelium of reproductive organs of both men and women. Because the majority of HPV infections are asymptomatic, healthy HPV-carriers become the main source of the infection. Studies show that HPV infection in men is correlated with STD, infertility, tumor of reproductive organs, and infection in the sexual partners. Therefore, measures should be taken to reduce male HPV infection, including circumcision, fewer sexual partners, and condom use.
