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Fertility Glossary

Heat exposure and sperm

Sustained scrotal heat can temporarily lower sperm quality.

Male fertility

Frequent hot tubs, saunas, prolonged laptop use on the lap and some occupational heat exposure are associated with lower sperm counts. Effects are usually reversible over a sperm production cycle of around three months.

Also known as: hot tubs, saunas and sperm

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Sources

  • Canadian Urological Association

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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