Poor air quality not only affects the lungs, skin or brain but also directly affects fertility in both men and women. In the context of increasing pollution, especially in large cities, many people question whether using air purifiers can help protect reproductive health.
Air quality and fertility affect
According to Dr. Muskaan Chhabra (fertility expert - Birla Fertility & IVF, India), prolonged air pollution increases oxidative stress in the body, thereby affecting hormones, ovulation and egg quality in women; while reducing the quantity and mobility of sperm in men.
For men:
Reduce sperm count and quality.
Hormonal disorders, especially reduced testosterone due to the effects of environmental chemicals.
sperm DNA damage increases the risk of infertility or affecting pregnancy.
For men:
Hormonal disorders, affecting the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
Reduced ovarian reserve, poor egg quality in a prolonged polluted environment.
Increased risk of miscarriage according to many epidemiological studies.
Does an air purifier help protect reproductive health?
Air purifiers are not a treatment, but they help significantly reduce the amount of pollutants the body is exposed to in a closed environment.
HEPA filter has the ability to remove PM2.5 fine dust particles, a factor closely related to reduced fertility.
cleaner air helps stabilize hormones, improve sleep and reduce inflammation.
For pregnant women, air purifiers help reduce the risk of hypertension, gestational diabetes and premature birth, as long as the filter is cleaned regularly and does not use ozone.
How to protect reproductive health during the period of increased pollution
Monitor the AQI daily to adjust your outdoor hours.
Use an air purifier with HEPA filter, clean and replace the filter on time.
Limit going out when there is high pollution, especially in the morning and evening.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle: exercise indoors, eat a balanced diet, reduce exposure to chemicals.
Increase ventilation when AQI is better and limit indoor sources of pollution (heat, candle, spray).
Keep the living space clean of dust, you can plant more suitable ornamental plants.
