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Can polyester be a risk to male fertility?

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17.04.2025

New Delhi: When it comes to reproductive health, we’ve grown used to talking about diet, stress, and age. These are the usual suspects, and rightly so. But what if something as ordinary as your daily wardrobe could be quietly making a difference, too? For many men, especially those trying to conceive, this is a conversation worth having. Polyester, one of the most common fabrics found in everything from office trousers to gym wear, is lightweight, wrinkle-resistant, and easy on the wallet. But its comfort and convenience come at a secret worry. Polyester, specifically when used to make briefs or tight pants, could be damaging to sperm quality.

Dr Ankur Pandey, Fertility Specialist at Birla Fertility & IVF, Allahabad, explained the association between clothing and infertility in men.

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