Lifestyle factors associated with infertility in a rural area: A cross-sectional study
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Lifestyle factors are the modifiable habits and ways of life that can greatly influence overall health and well-being, including fertility. Objectives: (1) To describe the sociodemographic characteristics prevailing among infertile subjects of the study population, (2) to identify lifestyle factors associated with infertility. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at rural field practice area of Tertiary Hospital, Bengaluru. Complete enumeration of entire primary health center (PHC) area covering 26,190 population. In-depth interview using a pre-tested pre-structured questionnaire was conducted enumerating all couples with infertility in the entire PHC area and their lifestyle factors. Results: The significant lifestyle factors include frequency of intercourse, body mass index, alcohol, and tobacco consumption. Conclusion: Thus, lifestyle factors play a role in determining reproductive status and have a significant impact on fertility.
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Shilpa Acharya, Chethana Rame Gowda
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