Assessment of sexual hormones in foundry workers exposed to heat stress and electromagnetic fields

Effect of Co-exposure to Heat and Psychological Stressors on Sperm DNA and Semen Parameters

“…The increased testicular temperature can cause the decreased spermatogenesis and normal sperm morphology. Usually, the temperature mechanism of the testes is capable of naturally maintaining the hypothermia of the scrotum, but in heat stress conditions, testes may be unable to effectively control scrotal temperatures which can lead to major changes in sperm characteristics [ 44 , 45 ]. Results from sperm DNA analysis shows co-exposure to heat and psychological stress has increased the percentage of DNA damage observed in the sperm of the rats.…”

The Influence of Vitamin E and Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Reproductive Health Indices Among Male Workers Exposed to Electromagnetic Fields

“…The inclusion criteria were age 20 to 50 years ( Zitzmann, 2013 ); having 2 or more years of employment ( Klonoff-Cohen, 2005 ); not using steroids, testosterone, prednisolone, antioxidants ( Ball et al, 2001 ) such as selenium, vitamin C, E or B supplements ( Yousef et al, 2003 ), and body-building supplements ( Sinclair, 2000 ); having no family history of infertility or organic disorders affecting fertility such as diabetes, kidney disorders, angina pectoris, heart disorders, arterial hypertension, pituitary disorders or a chronic pulmonary obstruction disorder; not suffering from testicular infections, orchitis, and varicocele ( Sabeti et al, 2016 ); and no having history of chemotherapy or radiotherapy ( Gandini et al, 2006 ). The background information was obtained from demographic questionnaires and by referring to the participants’ medical records ( Mohammadi et al, 2021 ).…”

“…Unlike other diseases such as cancer, problems in the reproductive organs only become apparent shortly before the onset of serious injury. The protection of workers against those occupational exposures that are influential on the reproductive system is of the utmost importance and can also prevent additional adverse health consequences ( Abdollahi et al, 2021 ; Mohammadi et al, 2021 ).…”

“…Technological advancements in the industry and the ever-increasing use of electrical devices emitting electromagnetic fields (EMFs) have caused concern among scientists and the general public regarding the biological effects of exposure to these fields. Studies have reported a potential link between exposure to low-frequency EMFs and hazardous effects on fertility as well as changes in the male reproductive system ( Mohammadi et al, 2021 ; Suri et al, 2020 ). The male reproductive organs are perhaps the most sensitive organ to electromagnetic radiation ( Y. Liu et al, 2015 ).…”

Changes in Oxidative Stress Parameters as Response to Supplementation With Vitamin E and Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Male Workers Exposed to High Level Noise

“…The present study was conducted on workers of an automobile parts manufacturing plant. After calculating sample size, considering entry criteria [17,18] and lling consent form, a number of consenting participants were enrolled into the clinical trial. As per the formula for calculating sample adequacy, a group sample size of 23 was determined, with the total number of participants being 92 (23×4).…”