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Yes, mumps can sometimes lead to infertility, particularly in males if they contract the illness after they've gone through puberty. As doctors at SCI Hospital, we explain that if a post-pubertal male gets mumps, the virus can infect the testicles, a condition known as mumps orchitis. This infection can cause pain and swelling and, in some cases, may damage the testicles, leading to reduced sperm production or even causing the testicles to shrink. This damage can result in infertility. It's less common for mumps to cause such issues in females. The best way to prevent this is through the mumps vaccination.
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