Can a UTI cause infertility?
UTIs are generally more common in women than men. They are not commonly associated with infertility, but severe infections may be associated with infections in the epididymis (narrow, tightly-coiled tube in the testicles) and scrotum as well as severe inflammation in these parts can cause infertilit
Dear Doctor,
Is it true that a urinary tract infection (UTI) can cause infertility in men?,/b>
Julius
Dear Julius,
UTIs are generally more common in women than men. They are not commonly associated with infertility, but severe infections may be associated with infections in the epididymis (narrow, tightly-coiled tube in the testicles) and scrotum as well as severe inflammation in these parts can cause infertility.
Is it true that a urinary tract infection (UTI) can cause infertility in men?,/b>
Julius
Dear Julius,
UTIs are generally more common in women than men. They are not commonly associated with infertility, but severe infections may be associated with infections in the epididymis (narrow, tightly-coiled tube in the testicles) and scrotum as well as severe inflammation in these parts can cause infertility.