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Vol. 11 No. 1 (2021)

Published: June 30, 2021

Pages: 89-98

Research Article

Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction in Males Post COVID-19 Infection.

Abdullah Luay 1 Essraa M. Al-Essawe Ula Al-Kawaz
1High Institute of Infertility Diagnosis and Assisted Reproductive Technologies, Al Nahrain University, Baghdad, Iraq.
History
  • Received: May 10, 2021
  • Accepted: May 30, 2021
  • Available Online: June 6, 2021
DOI

https://doi.org/10.28969/IJEIR.v11.i1.r8.21

Abstract

Many men have reported erectile dysfunction as a consequence of COVID-19 infection. The underlying causes, whether related to hormonal changes or endothelial dysfunction, are not yet fully understood. This study aims to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on male sexual function and fertility, specifically focusing on erectile dysfunction. A cohort of 50 males who had no prior history of erectile dysfunction before contracting COVID-19 was assessed. The study analyzes the progression of these conditions over a 90-day period post-recovery from COVID-19, with a particular emphasis on age-related factors. All males were confirmed infected with COVID-19. Comprehensive medical histories were obtained from all participants, and physical examinations were conducted. The International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5) questionnaire was employed to assess erectile dysfunction. Assessments were performed at three separate intervals, 30, 60, and 90 days after their recovery from COVID-19. Participants consistently reported varying degrees of erectile dysfunction, which appeared to improve over time. Notably, the participants who reported erectile dysfunction tended to be older than those who did not, and this age-based distinction was highly significant (p = 0.004). In conclusion, this study highlights the impact of COVID-19 infection on male sexual function, with age and the time post-recovery emerging as significant factors contributing to these effects.

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