Reason for your Infertility? Obesity?

Hello, everyone! I'm Dr. Mohit Bhandari, a bariatric surgeon specializing in weight loss surgeries. Today, we're diving into a crucial topic: the impact of obesity on both male and female fertility.
Obesity doesn't just affect your overall health; it can have a profound impact on your sex life and fertility. In this discussion, I'll shed light on how obesity influences male and female fertility and present solutions to help you on your journey.
Let's start by exploring the connection between obesity and male fertility. One of the primary concerns for obese individuals is insulin resistance. The excess fat in the body interferes with the proper functioning of insulin, a critical hormone. This resistance can lead to various serious health issues, including fertility problems in men.
In men, obesity often results in a lower sperm count and compromised sperm motility. When we assess the sperm of reproductive-age obese individuals, we frequently observe low sperm counts or issues with sperm movement. Additionally, obesity can impact the vascular system, contributing to conditions like erectile dysfunction, whether due to hormonal or vascular factors. These factors collectively contribute to high rates of male fertility issues among those dealing with obesity.
Now, let's shift our focus to females. Obesity primarily affects females at the hormonal level. Obese women often experience insulin resistance, leading to increased androgen production-a type of male hormone. This can manifest as unwanted hair growth, known as hirsutism, and darkening of the skin on the back or forehead, referred to as acanthosis-a significant sign of metabolic syndrome. Furthermore, obesity disrupts the balance between estrogen and progesterone, two vital hormones responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle.
In women, these hormonal imbalances can result in irregular menstrual cycles and impaired ovulation. The eggs or ova produced during this time are of poor quality, a significant factor contributing to infertility. In simple terms, obesity leads to ovulation issues and not only disrupts the menstrual cycle but also affects the quality of the eggs, hampering the formation of a healthy embryo and leading to various fertility challenges.
So, what's the solution? Extensive research and historical studies suggest a straightforward answer: losing 10 to 15 kilograms of weight can boost fertility rates fourfold in both men and women. Weight loss not only addresses erectile dysfunction in men but also reduces insulin resistance, significantly improving sperm count and motility. For women, weight loss restores regular menstrual cycles and enhances ovum quality.
At our center, we recommend weight loss as a key intervention for obese individuals struggling with infertility. Our approach isn't limited to surgery; we offer effective medical therapies designed to help you shed excess weight. These medications have shown remarkable results for many patients. If medication isn't the right fit, we also provide endoscopic weight loss therapies, which are minimally invasive day care procedures. For those with substantial weight loss goals exceeding 30-35 kilograms, we offer surgical weight loss options.
If you're dealing with obesity-related fertility issues, please consider scheduling a consultation with us. We're committed to finding the right solution for you and helping you achieve your dreams of parenthood.
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