Approximately 60% of those infected with leprosy report problems with libido and potency; Many also experience inflammation of the testicles and a decrease in their size. Arfenya Karamova, head of the dermatology department of the State Scientific Center for Dermatovenerology and Cosmetology of the Ministry of Health of Russia, told socialbites.ca on World Leprosy Day.
“According to current data, 60 percent of leprosy patients experience decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. Their development is associated with hormonal imbalance and inflammation of the testicles in patients with leprosy. Testicular inflammation can be severe. According to various sources, 51-76% of patients experience a decrease in testicular size,” Karamova explained to socialbites.ca.
The doctor noted that patients with leprosy also have increased levels of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone in the blood serum and decreased levels of testosterone. However, the libido of those infected may be affected by the presence of the disease.
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