Vaping may reduce men’s sperm count, according to a Danish study. A second study from University College London found chemicals in e-flavors could also negatively impact the health of sperm.
Kevin McEleny, a University of Newcastle male fertility specialist who helped to develop the BFS campaign, said: ‘We know e-cigarette flavorings can be toxic to sperm. There are real concerns about these devices’ effect on male fertility because they do not go through the same kinds of rigorous checks as drugs do. I certainly tell men going through IVF that they should not be vaping if possible, although cigarette smoking is likely to be worse.’
Dr Raj Mathur, of the British Fertility Society, said: ‘Although we do not yet have large-scale data on its effects on human fertility, it makes sense to avoid vaping from that point of view.’ The devices have previously been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, lung disorders and erectile dysfunction.
The new evidence is concerning as poorer sperm production is linked to higher risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. It comes as England looks set to be the first country in the world to supply e-cigarettes on prescription to help smokers quit.
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