Scientists from the University of Texas have reported that coronavirus infection can affect the testes of men. This was found out after experiments on hamsters.
A study by specialists says that some men with coronavirus complained of pain in the groin area, and also reported a decrease in testosterone levels.
Scientists found coronavirus in the testes of all infected hamsters, but later its concentration decreased. Experts believe that the same can be observed in patients with infection during the mild to moderate course of the disease.
“ Given the scale of the coronavirus pandemic, it is imperative to study how it can affect the testicles, to assess the impact on the severity of the disease and reproductive function, as well as the possibility of sexual transmission, '' said one of the study authors.
In 2020, scientists from Liverpool have found a new symptom of the coronavirus. According to their research, COVID-19 may be accompanied by signs of acute pancreatitis. Experts note that this mainly applies to young men who are obese. In addition to COVID-19, they were found to have high blood sugar and cholesterol levels. This indicates inflammation of the pancreas, that is, pancreatitis.
