Air pollution, a significant public health concern in many Indian cities, is an area of ongoing research regarding its possible effects on fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and general reproductive health. Current evidence suggests associations between high pollution exposure and some reproductive health measures, but it is one of many factors and should not be seen as the sole or main explanation for a fertility difficulty. While individuals cannot control ambient air quality, general measures such as reducing exposure on high-pollution days where practical and maintaining overall health can be discussed with your doctor. This is a developing area of research rather than a source of established treatment advice.
Also known as: pollution and fertility, environmental fertility risk
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Sources
- Indian Council of Medical Research (icmr.gov.in)
- World Health Organization (who.int)
Last reviewed: 9 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.