Fertility in the Age of Pollution: Experts Share Critical Insights Ft. Dr Vaishali Chaudhary & Dr Sunita Tandulwadkar

In the video, Medical Dialogues team interviewed two expert gynaecologists, Dr Sunita Tendulwadkar and Dr Vaishali Chaudhary and discussed the growing concern of environmental pollution and its impact on fertility.

They dive into how pollutants in our air, water, and food can affect reproductive health, and share practical advice for couples trying to conceive in an increasingly toxic world.

From how environmental pollution affects both men and women’s reproductive health to practical lifestyle changes that could help improve fertility, this conversation aims to offer valuable insights for everyone. The team asked the following questions and myths:

QUESTIONS

1. Are environmental factors linked with fertility?
2. How does environmental pollution affect fertility?
3. Could you elaborate on how environmental pollution influences the male reproductive system?
4. How does common environmental pollution impact women’s reproductive health?
5. How early in life can environmental pollution begin affecting fertility, and what can be done to minimize risks during pregnancy?

MYTHS

1. Pollution’s Effects on Fertility Are Only Seen in the Long-Term  
2. Only Men’s Fertility Is Affected by Pollution  
3. If I Eat Organic, I Don't Have to Worry About Pollution  
4. If I Avoid Pollutants Now, It’s Too Late to Reverse Any Damage to My Fertility