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If my girlfriend is a healthy 22 year old how fertile is she if she is a regular opiate user? i also use opiates.

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Dr. James Henning answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

The Importance: Of this concern cannot be overstated on the profoundly negative effects of opioid use during and after pregnancy, rather than on the ability to generate a pregnancy.

Answered 3/18/2013

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Depends: A couples' fertility can be altered by many things. This can include diet, weight, prior medical history, as well as any diseases or medications the couple is taking. The use of narcotics is not a major hindrance for conception. However, the effects of narcotics on a potential unborn child and its parents should be strongly considered. Please discuss this with a physician.

Answered 4/24/2015

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