Chinese Journal of Reproduction and Contraception 2020;40(3):177-181

doi:10.3760/cma.j.cn101441-20200228-00094

Emerging questions and challenges of COVID-19 on reproductive health

Rong LI 1 ; Jing YANG ; Honggang LI ; Yuanyuan WANG ; Dan CHENG ; Peng DUAN ; Gengxiang WU ; Tailang YIN ; Chengliang XIONG ; Jie QIAO

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Keywords

COVID-19; Infectious disease; Reproductive health

Country

China

Language

Chinese

Abstract

During the outbreak of COVID-19, this paper aimed to discuss its potential risks on reproductive health, which was underpinned by the virus, drugs, disinfectants and psychological problems. The literatures review on previous and latest studies showed that COVID-19 may have potential effects on both men’s and women’s reproductive systems; that contraception should be recommended during antiviral treatment and for at least eight months after the end of antiviral treatment, but there is no evidence to support the termination of pregnancy without medical indicators during early pregnancy; and that chlorine disinfectants are not recommended for assisted reproduction laboratories. Medical professionals should make a comprehensive assessment according to the patient’s fertility needs, disease status and psychological level, in order to provide reasonable fertility guidance and counselling.