Can COVID-19 Vaccines Cause Male Fertility Problems?
COVID-19Common questionCan COVID-19 vaccines cause male fertility problems?Currently no evidence shows that any vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, cause male fertility problems. A recent small study of 45 healthy men who received an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (i.e., Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) looked at sperm characteristics, like quantity and movement, before and after vaccination.
Are long term side effects possible with the COVID-19 vaccine?
Benefits of Vaccination Outweigh the Risks Serious side effects that could cause a long-term health problem are extremely unusual following any vaccination, including COVID-19 vaccination.
Safety of COVID-19 Vaccines
Can COVID-19 vaccine affect fertility?
Professional medical organizations serving people of reproductive age, including adolescents, emphasize that there is no evidence that COVID-19 vaccination causes a loss of fertility. These organizations also recommend COVID-19 vaccination for people who may consider getting pregnant in the future.
COVID-19 Vaccines for People Who Would Like to Have a Baby
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine if I am planning to get pregnant?
COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to get pregnant now, or might become pregnant in the future. Pregnant people may receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot.
COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Will a COVID-19 vaccine alter my DNA?
No. COVID-19 mRNA vaccines do not change or interact with your DNA in any way.
Myths and Facts about COVID-19 Vaccines