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What are the known environmental causes of infertility in both genders?
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Unhealthy chemicals: Smoking, drugs, excessive alcohol, other toxic chemicals, such as chemotherapy, radiation, obesity and sometime stress.
Answered 9/23/2017
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Heat too ..: Heat is another environmental issue, particularly for men. Men who take very hot baths, sauna, hot tub or extreme exercise can also inhibit sperm production and function.
Answered 12/9/2013
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