Stress, anxiety and depression – Three biggest enemies of your fertility

Learn how your mental health impacts your fertility, from this blog penned by experts at Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF centre in Ghaziabad.

In todays time, stress and anxiety has become quite regular. In fact, it has become such a norm in our life, sometimes we forget how much negative impact it can have on our health. And this includes reproductive health too! Yes, you heard it right. Our fertility too is not immune to poor mental health.

“Infertility is complex in itself. Going through fertility treatments or assisted reproductive technology procedures can be overwhelming for people. While taking care of physical health becomes a priority at this time, people often tend to neglect their mental health. Which is why, stress, anxiety and depression become common, eventually harming fertility or even IVF outcomes,” says Dr. Gunjan Gupta, leading IVF specialist Ghaziabad, Founder & Medical Director of Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF center in Ghaziabad.

Stress and Anxiety Impact on Fertility

“Studies have shown that short-term stress doesn’t have notable effects on fertility. But long-term stress or chronic mental health conditions can have several adverse effects,” says Dr. Garima Sharma, renowned Gynae and Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF centre in Delhi. It is important for us to know how mental health affects fertility.

1. Hormonal imbalance: Constant stress can interfere with the endocrine system, and with how ovaries and testicles produce hormones
2. Ovulation: Stress and mental health cause irregularities in menstrual cycles, affecting ovulation
3. Sperm production: Poor mental health can lower the testosterone level, reducing sperm production in male bodies
4. Sexual function: Stress and anxiety is also likely to cause low libido and affect sexual function
5. Treatment adherence: “Consistent medication administration, attending appointments, and following medical advice are crucial for success of fertility treatments. For someone with mental health challenges, these constant efforts can become very challenging,” explains Dr. Shubhda Gupta, renowned Gynecologist in Noida, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF centre in Noida.

Stress Management Tips

There are several ways which can help an individual take care of their mental health, especially during their fertility treatments. Here are a few tips:

1. Talk to your partner: “Never forget that you and your partner are in this together. So, share your concerns, fears with them; discuss the next steps before going for it. Being on the same page with your partner can really help you through this journey,” says Dr. Anshu Dhar, Gynaecologist Ghaziabad, Consultant at the renowned IVF clinic in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World.
2. Spend quality time: Spend time with your family and friends; do not try to get through stress all by yourself.
3. Connect with others: Try connecting with people who are going through the same. This will give you more perspective and potential solutions.
4. Skip the scrolling: “Knowing about your condition is important, but mindless scrolling on the internet can provide more misinformation than information that can actually help you. So, do not believe everything you see on the internet. Try to get information from reliable sources and talk to your doctor openly,” says Dr. Aastha Raheja, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF center in Indirapuram.

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