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  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Environmental Health
  • Lifestyle Medicine

Background:

  • Infertility affects couples globally, necessitating a holistic approach to management.
  • Current assisted reproduction treatments often overlook environmental and lifestyle influences on fertility.
  • The concept of

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the impact of professional environment and quality of life on fertility.
  • To advocate for the integration of lifestyle modifications with assisted reproduction.
  • To introduce and promote the concept of "ecofertility" in reproductive practices.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on factors affecting couple fertility.
  • Analysis of the interplay between lifestyle, environment, and assisted reproduction outcomes.
  • Emphasis on preventative strategies and early education for fertility preservation.

Main Results:

  • Professional environment and quality of life significantly impact fertility.
  • Stress, smoking, alcohol, weight, diet, and electronic device use are key negative factors.
  • Reducing negative factors and enhancing quality of life are vital for successful fertility management.

Conclusions:

  • Holistic management of infertile couples requires addressing lifestyle and environmental factors.
  • The concept of "ecofertility" should be integrated into reproductive healthcare.
  • Early education and preventative measures are essential for preserving fertility.