Effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic waves (RF-EMW) from cellular phones on human ejaculated semen: an in vitro pilot study

Agarwal, Ashok; Desai, Nisarg; Makker, Kartikeya; Varghese, Alex C.; Mouradi, Rand; Sabanegh, Edmund; Sharma, Rakesh K.

doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.08.022

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“…Levels of TAC and DNA damage showed no significant differences between the exposed and unexposed group. These results reveal that RF-EMR emitted from cell phones may lead to oxidative stress in human semen [10]. Another study evaluated serum free testosterone (T), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH) and prolactin (PRL) in humans [11].…”

Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

confidence: 94%

“…A number of recent reports have suggested a possible link between cell phone use and male infertility [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12]. The concern has arisen that carrying a cellular phone near the reproductive organs such as the testes may cause dysfunction and particularly a decrease in sperm development and production, and thus decrease fertility in men.…”

Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…A pilot study in humans evaluated the effect of cellular phone RF-EMR during talk mode on unprocessed (neat) ejaculated human semen from normal healthy donors (n0 23) and infertile patients (n09) [10]. Each semen sample was divided into two: one part was exposed to cellular phone radiation (in talk mode) for 1 h, and the second unexposed part served as control.…”

Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Challenging cell phone impact on reproduction: A Review

Merhi

2012

J Assist Reprod Genet

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Purpose The radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) produced by cell phones can enhance the excitability of the brain and has recently been classified as carcinogenic. The suggested use of hands-free kits lowers the exposure to the brain, but it might theoretically increase exposure to the reproductive organs. This report summarizes the potential effects of RF-EMR on reproductive potentials in both males and females. Methods A critical review of the literature pertaining to the impact of cell phone RF-EMR on reproduction in male and female animals and humans was performed, with a focus on gonad metabolism, apoptosis of reproductive cells, fertility status, and serum reproductive hormones. Results While some animal and human studies revealed alterations in reproductive physiology in both males and females, others did not report any association. The in vitro and in vivo studies to date are highly diverse, very inconsistent in conduct and, in many cases, report different primary outcomes. Conclusion The increasing use of cell phone warrants welldesigned studies to ascertain the effect of their RF-EMR on reproduction.

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Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

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Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Studies In Malesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Challenging cell phone impact on reproduction: A Review

Merhi

2012

J Assist Reprod Genet

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“…Although the effects of cellphone EMR were investigated by many studies, some current results are controversial (5,38). Cellphone EMR waves induce oxidative stress and affect testicular structure and functions; (9) spermatogenesis is impacted (11,39) and it may lead to future infertility. ROS formed as a result of oxidative stress in spermatozoa affect directly sperm motility and morphology as well (40)(41)(42).…”

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Inhibition by Egb761 of the effect of cellphone radiation on the male reproductive system

Gevrek¹,

Aydın²,

Ozsoy³

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OBJECTIVES: To determine the effects of Egb761 on testicular tissues and semen parameters in rats exposed to cellphone waves. BACKGROUND: EGb761 has antioxidant properties as a free-radical scavenger. Cellphone electromagnetic radiation (EMR) induces oxidative stress in cells. METHODS: Twenty-one Wistar albino male adult rats were divided into three groups (control, experimental, treatment), including seven rats in each. The experimental and treatment groups were exposed to cellphone EMR (0.96 W/kg) for six weeks (4 hrs/day). Egb761 (100 mg/kg/day) was also added to the treatment. Testes, epididymal semen and blood plasma were used for analysis. RESULTS: Exposure to cellular phone radiation resulted in a signifi cant impairment in testicular morphometry and histological structure, reduction of total and motile sperm numbers and plasma testosterone level. Egb761 administration improved testicular damage and led to a marked increase in plasma testosterone levels and total and motile sperm numbers. CONCLUSION: Male reproductive system is susceptible to cellphone radiation. Cellphone waves induce toxic effects in testicular tissues, impair spermatogenesis and cause an imbalance in testosterone hormone levels. Egb761 ameliorated these toxic effects by reversing testicular tissue damage, restoring normal spermatogenesis and hormone levels. This suggests that Egb761 is a potential therapeutic agent against EMR-induced male reproductive toxicity (Tab. 3, Fig. 6, Ref. 45). Text in PDF www.elis.sk.

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“…usage might cause decrease in sperm count and other sperm parameters. 29,30 A study of Friedman et al revealed that cell phone radiation could lead to generation of ROS. 31 As societies increasingly introduce new chemical and potentially toxic substance into daily life, adverse effects may be amplified from one generation to the next.…”

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Epidemiologic aspects of male infertility

Velu

Prasad

2017

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol

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Background: Infertility affects 10-15% of couples worldwide with rates steadily increasing in the Industrialized world, in part due to the deterioration of male reproductive health.Methods: This study was performed in an attempt to clarify the associated factors that might play a role in group of Indian infertile men. This study was a cross – sectional descriptive study conducted in Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences. The information was obtained from the men who had attended the clinic from January 2016-January 2017. The factors that were studied in this research are the demographic characteristics, alcohol consumption, smoking, exposure to heavy metals, obesity, stress and history of surgery.Results: In 31.6% of couples, the cause of infertility was pure male factor and in 20.4% of them the problem was related to male and female factor both. The most important associated factors for male factor included history of varicocele operation (24%), alcohol consumption (18%) and cigarette smoking (16%).Conclusions: Male factors play a significant role in up to 50 percent of infertility cases, stressing the need for a logical, stepwise approach to the evaluation of the male partner.

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Effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic waves (RF-EMW) from cellular phones on human ejaculated semen: an in vitro pilot study

Cited by 361 publications

References 56 publications

Challenging cell phone impact on reproduction: A Review

Challenging cell phone impact on reproduction: A Review

Inhibition by Egb761 of the effect of cellphone radiation on the male reproductive system

Epidemiologic aspects of male infertility

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