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Alcoholism and Infertility

by: EdPhilips
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Many people are aware of the problems that arise as a result of alcohol but a little known consequence affecting alcoholic women is that of infertility. Studies have proven that a woman who has battled alcohol in any amount during any point of their lives can face potential infertility issues. Some women have found it difficult to even conceive while others have had pregnancies ending in miscarriage without ever being able to successfully carry a baby. Those women who do carry a baby to term many times experience complications during and after childbirth for both themselves and their baby.

Women need to be aware about all of the risks of infertility involved from alcoholism or just being "moderate" drinkers. Too much intake of alcohol in women can result in problems with ovulation, which is what would cause her not to have the ability to become pregnant. Another problem that can occur from women drinking too much alcohol is increased levels of progesterone and estrogen.

Alcoholism affects fertility in not just women but men also. Men who would one day like to have children face their own set of risks from their addiction. Alcohol can lead men to having sperm that is abnormally shaped and cannot fertilize a woman's egg and can even lead to impotency. This can have profound effects on a man's mental health in addition to his physical health. A man can feel inadequate, unworthy and even less of a man as a result of infertility.

Men need to be aware that alcohol can not only destroy sperm but the cells that produce the sperm drastically effecting hormone levels. Men wanting to start a family at some point need to slow down their drinking if not stop drinking altogether. By overcoming alcohol now, you will greatly increase your chance of being able to procreate later.

If you or a loved one are battling alcohol, realizing all of the health risks and damage that drinking can bring about might help lead you to stop. From liver problems to infertility, the consequences to your health can be devastating. Research alcoholism on the internet or talk to those who have been in the same situation themselves for support and comfort.

The most important step is to start today. There are numerous treatment options, support groups and even medications available to help you on the road to an alcohol free future, but you first have to admit there is a problem. Once you are past this difficult step, with one foot in front of the other you can keep moving forward to your goal of sobriety and good health.

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Discover how to quit Drinking Alcohol by Ed Philips and Quit Alcohol Now.  

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