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Married To Distant Cousin. Cousin Couples Have Late Babies?

Hello doctor

I am now married to my cousin from distant for 3 years since last year we are trying to concieve but failed too.

I never used any pills only condoms for protection before planning.

I have done checkup from my side everything is normal
My husband stays in Canada he come to visit me twice a year for 3-4 yeas.

Someone told me that cousin couples have late babies ? Is it true ??

I am so stressed on this that i have irregular periods.

I cant take peoples jibes anymore.

Pls can you tell me ways Or some kind of medicines as well
Tue, 7 May 2013
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Welcome to HCM

Consanguineous marriage or marriage between close relatives increases the risk of fetal malformations and also some genetic disorders in babies, so it is advised that marriage between close cousins should be avoided. But such marriage don't increase the chances of late pregnancy. He visits you only two times a year and most likely it is the reason that you are not conceiving. Most likely anovulatory cycle in you or poor sperm count in him due to stress may be the reason behind failure to conceive. You have mentioned that all investigations came normal, still I would like to advise you both to visit a Gynecologist prior to his holidays and consult regarding exact timing for intercourse. Be relaxed and don't take stress as it will further lower the chances. Try relaxation exercises and breathing exercises to keep yourself focussed.

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Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi, MD
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Married To Distant Cousin. Cousin Couples Have Late Babies?

Hello Welcome to HCM Consanguineous marriage or marriage between close relatives increases the risk of fetal malformations and also some genetic disorders in babies, so it is advised that marriage between close cousins should be avoided. But such marriage don t increase the chances of late pregnancy. He visits you only two times a year and most likely it is the reason that you are not conceiving. Most likely anovulatory cycle in you or poor sperm count in him due to stress may be the reason behind failure to conceive. You have mentioned that all investigations came normal, still I would like to advise you both to visit a Gynecologist prior to his holidays and consult regarding exact timing for intercourse. Be relaxed and don t take stress as it will further lower the chances. Try relaxation exercises and breathing exercises to keep yourself focussed. Thanks Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi, MD