Becoming parents is a dream come true for a lot of couples. But, unfortunately, the journey to parenthood can be difficult for some. There are several potential reasons for infertility, but stress is one that you shouldn't ignore.
It affects and postpones pregnancy, even if it does not directly cause infertility. Many studies have demonstrated that stress may negatively affect conception, even when it is achieved artificially through IVF. What, then, is the connection between stress and infertility? To find out more, continue reading to explore the impact of stress on women's fertility as shared by Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj, Gynecologist, Obstetrician, and IVF Expert, Nurture IVF Clinic, New Delhi.
The impact of stress and anxiety on fertility Stress is the body's reaction to both internal and external challenges. When faced with a demanding, dangerous, or overpowering environment, you experience this complicated physiological and psychological reaction. Stress affects your body profoundly, even if it's natural.
A series of physiological and psychological reactions are set off by stress, including heightened alertness, changes in behavior, and the production of stress hormones like cortisol. In addition, persistent stress may start to interfere with your ability to become pregnant. Hormonal balance can be upset by high cortisol levels, especially for important reproductive hormones like progesterone and estrogen.
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