Are Stress and Infertility Linked?
Are Stress and Infertility Linked?I’ve heard that there’s a link between stress and infertility. Is this true?Answer: While there are many myths surrounding the causes of infertility, the idea that stress is a factor is true. Recent studies have confirmed a link between stress and infertility, both as a cause and as an effect. First, the cause: stress affects your body in many ways, and one of them is by altering your neurochemical make-up. These chemical changes can affect the maturation and release of the egg, according to some sources. Stress can also cause spasms in the fallopian tubes and uterus, affecting implantation. In men, stress can affect sperm count and motility. Stress can also lead to erectile dysfunction. All of this, of course, can factor into infertility. (Read this article for more information on exactly how str
