There are several ways in which drug, alcohol, and smoke misuse can impact a woman's fertility. Drug and alcohol use can affect a woman's menstrual cycle and cause amenorrhea, which is defined as the lack of a monthly period, however, research on the effects of these behaviors on women compared to men is sparse. There are several ways in which drug, alcohol, and smoke misuse can impact a woman's fertility.
Drug and alcohol use can affect a woman's menstrual cycle and cause amenorrhea, which is defined as the lack of a monthly period, however, research on the effects of these behaviors on women compared to men is sparse. In addition, smoking negatively impacts several facets of reproduction. Reproductive delays and primary and secondary infertility are among the additional risks that women who smoke face while trying to conceive.
Studies have further demonstrated that pregnant women who smoke run the risk of difficulties, early delivery, low birth weight (LBW) babies, stillbirth, and infant death. Drug misuse may have a significant impact on a woman's reproductive system, whether it comes from consuming illegal drugs or abusing prescribed ones. The female reproductive system is a sensitive and well-balanced process, and smoking, drinking, or abusing drugs throws off this delicate equilibrium, resulting in a variety of problems relating to conception.
Dr.Archana Dhawan Bajaj, Gynecologist, Obstetrician and IVF Expert, Nurture IVF Clinic, New Delhi shares the effects of alcohol,.