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80% of Men Have Microplastics in their Penile Tissue, New Study Reveals
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July 02, 2024
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80% of Men Have Microplastics in their Penile Tissue, New Study Reveals 🍆
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80% of Men Have Microplastics in their Penile Tissue, New Study Reveals 🍆
It’s about time we reduce the usage of plastics in our day-to-day lives.
New research published in IJIR: Your Sexual Medicine Trusted Source has revealed that four out of five penis tissue samples from five men contained seven different types of microplastics.
Key Points ✨
This is not the first time microplastics have been linked to the reproductive system. Previous research found microplastics in the testicles of dogs, with higher levels linked to lower sperm counts.
“The study found that microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size, were present in the penile tissue of men who underwent surgery for erectile dysfunction. These microplastics were detected in 80% of the samples, with the most common types being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polypropylene (PP).”
Microplastics are found in single-use water bottles and various food items, including to-go containers, cans, and storage wraps.
Experts believe these tiny particles can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact, spreading through the bloodstream to various tissues, including the penis.
But do microplastics affect fertility?