Researchers from the University of Geneva explored how mobile phone usage might influence seminal parameters in young men. Their findings, reported in a peer reviewed journal, suggest that high-frequency cell phone use is linked to lower sperm concentration in semen samples. The study adds a piece to the ongoing conversation about lifestyle factors and male reproductive health. Source: University of Geneva.
The investigation involved 2,886 Swiss men aged 18 to 22. Participants provided details about how often they carried and used their phones, while researchers collected health and lifestyle information and obtained semen samples for analysis. This approach allowed for a broader view of daily habits and their possible impact on reproductive biology. Source: University of Geneva.
Results indicated that men who used smartphones more than once a week tended to have a reduced sperm concentration compared with those who limited phone use to once weekly. Interestingly, mobile phone usage did not appear to affect sperm motility, and the physical placement of the device, whether near the body or in a trouser pocket, showed no consistent relationship with changes in sperm quality. These nuances suggest that the relationship is specific to certain aspects of semen quality rather than a blanket decline across all measures. Source: University of Geneva.
Experts emphasized that the mechanisms driving these associations are still not fully understood. Additional research is needed to determine whether phone exposure might influence hormonal regulation or other biological pathways involved in sperm production. The study lays groundwork for future experiments that could clarify cause and effect and identify potential thresholds for risk. Source: University of Geneva.
Earlier investigations have raised questions about how everyday exposure to radiofrequency energy from devices could interact with reproductive health. While this current analysis highlights a potential link with sperm concentration, it stops short of proving causation. Researchers call for replication in diverse populations and examinations of long-term outcomes to better inform public guidance and personal choices. Source: University of Geneva.