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Can lexapro (escitalopram) affect female fertility?

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No: Not unless it isn't working to combat depression and you are too depressed to engage in sexual activity.

Answered 9/6/2015

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No: No, it does not effect fertility. Depression and/or stress can effect it, however. If you are having issues with fertility, you need to talk to your GYN.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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