Semen Has a Microbiome Too, and It Might Affect Fertility

"Microbiomes: You've probably heard of these communities of largely helpful bacteria that colonize the gut or the skin.

But a man's semen has a microbiome of its own, and new research suggests it could play a role in fertility.

Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles examined the microbiomes and sperm health of 73 adult men. Some had been having issues with fertility while others had no fertility issues and had already become fathers."

 


For more details:

Semen Has a Microbiome Too, and It Might Affect Fertility

And a related MOOC:

Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome



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