Toxin Exposure Effects, Page 2

Some Fertility-Impacting Industries

The following are workplaces in which studies have indicated potential for concern where fertility is at stake:

  • rubber, plastics, or synthetics manufacturing or handling
  • textiles (use of chemical dyes, plastics, formaldehyde, etc.)
  • anesthesiology
  • agriculture (related to pesticide use)
  • microelectronics assembly
  • painting
  • dentistry
  • aircraft industry
  • firefighting
  • garment work
  • dry cleaning
  • metal working
  • welding
  • antibiotics handling/packing
  • occupations involving long-term exposure to cold temperatures (women) or heat (men)

The list above can seem overwhelming. How does one avoid all of these substances in today's world? You can't, not completely. However, it's important to be aware of the chemicals that surround your daily existence, and know that even the most seemingly harmless substances (for example, the acetone in your nail polish remover) may impact your efforts to conceive and maintain a successful pregnancy.

The risk for all of the above can only be accurately measured for each individual, based on their unique situation. If you are concerned that you may be having regular contact with any of the toxins listed, or if you work in any of the above industries, ask your fertility specialist about your own risk and what you can do to minimize potential negative effects.

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