How does smoking affect fertility?
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Dr. Lauren Streicher answered:Women planning a future pregnancy should know that smokers have much higher rates of infertility, early aging of eggs and tubal pregnancies. Once pregnant, smokers have a higher risk of complications such as premature labor and placental problems.Women planning a future pregnancy should know that smokers have much higher rates of infertility, early aging of eggs and tubal pregnancies. Once pregnant, smokers have a higher risk of complications such as premature labor and placental problems. More -
Greenville Health System answered:Numerous studies have shown that smoking can have negative effects on fertility. In women, smoking decreases in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) pregnancy rates by about half. Smoking also increases miscarriage rates. In men, smoking decreases sperm function and impairs fertilization.
The effects of smoking stay in the body for several months, which is why the attitude of "I will stop when I get pregnant" may not work. The longer you have not smoked, the better your chances for pregnancy. Fertility doctors strongly recommend that both partners stop smoking at least two to three months before fertility treatments.The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nor does the contents of this website constitute the establishment of a physician patient or therapeutic relationship. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Numerous studies have shown that smoking can have negative effects on fertility. In women, smoking decreases in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) pregnancy rates by about half. Smoking also increases miscarriage rates. In... More
