The Effect of Obesity on Reproductive Hormones and Fertility

Abstract

The present paper focuses on the effects of obesity on reproductive hormones and fertility with reference to secondary data along with qualitative research method. The study shows that obesity distorts female and male endocrine systems and compromises physiological processes of reproduction. In women obesity leads to hyperestrogenism, anovulation and conditions such as PCOS that lower the fertility capability. Obesity has negative effects on spermatogenesis and sperm qualities, and in men it causes hypogonadism and so conception becomes even harder. The study also looks at obesity as a factor of poor success outcomes of infertility treatment; ART like IVF where obese candidates have been proved to have a lower implantation success rate and higher chances of a miscarriage. Besides the physiological impact, psycho-social stresses show up more robust culprits as stress and negative body image alter the hormonal balance and affects fertility. These outcomes highlight the requirement for multimodal methods in the reproductive health area by implementing weight reduction methods, psychological health boosting, and informative programmes. The lack of longitudinal studies and targeted interventions for obesity requiring additional research should be utilized to better prevent and study how obesity affects fertility. Such an assessment can enhance reproductive success and general health for groups of people experiencing obesity.