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Does using a sauna damage the male reproductive system?

Answer 1

Sauna bath may have harmful effect on sperm production in males.

The temperature of the human testicles, which are suspended in the scrotal sac outside the abdominal cavity, is two degrees Celsius lower than the body temperature, a temperature that is necessary for healthy spermatogenesis.

Regular sauna bathing reduces the number of sperm, as it exposes the testicles to temperatures above 60 to 70 degrees Celsius (they should be kept at 35 degrees Celsius).

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Answer 2

Grace Acocella

There is limited evidence suggesting that using a sauna may temporarily affect sperm production and quality in men. However, more research is needed to fully understand the long-term effects.

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