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How air pollution impacts fertility

Mid-day online correspondent

Mid-Day
Lifestyle
By Mid-day online correspondent
Published Nov 15, 2023

For men, exposure to air pollutants like particulate matter (PM), heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons can lead to decreased sperm quality

In women, this can lead to irregular menstrual cycles, anovulation and even conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), making conception difficult

Pollutants like PM2.5 and PM10 can enter the bloodstream and potentially harm the developing foetus

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For women, air pollution may lead to a reduction in ovarian reserve, which represents the number of viable eggs in the ovaries

Both men and women exposed to high levels of air pollution may experience a delay in pregnancy

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