New type of male contraceptive? Key gene essential for sperm development discovered

Friday, May 25, 2012 - 16:30 in Health & Medicine

A new type of male contraceptive could be created thanks to the discovery of a key gene essential for sperm development. The finding could lead to alternatives to the conventional male contraceptives that rely on disrupting the production of hormones, such as testosterone. These treatments can cause side effects such as irritability, mood swings and acne.

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