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Will Use Of Chemicals Affect Pregnancy?

my spouse and I are trying to get pregnant. She is an aircraft mechanic. SHe works around lots of different types of greases, fluids and paints. Should she be avoiding the use of those while we are trying to get pregnant? Once we get pregnant, should she avoid them? Thanks!                                                   
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
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Hallow Dear,

Yes, some chemicals do affect the baby while some affect even the fertility also. However it all depends to which chemicals she is exposed to. In particular, she should avoid exposure to paints since the paints contain heavy metals and lead. This may affect the cognitive function of the baby.

She should avoid volatile and/or irritant fluids as they will diminish the oxygen she is breathing and will lead to improper growth of the foetus. Amines are not good. Moreover, if the fumes are harmful to the baby, they should be totally avoided. It depends upon to which fluids she is exposed to. The best strategy is better to err on safer side.

I hope this provides you some guidelines.

Dr. Nishikant Shrotri
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Will Use Of Chemicals Affect Pregnancy?

Hallow Dear, Yes, some chemicals do affect the baby while some affect even the fertility also. However it all depends to which chemicals she is exposed to. In particular, she should avoid exposure to paints since the paints contain heavy metals and lead. This may affect the cognitive function of the baby. She should avoid volatile and/or irritant fluids as they will diminish the oxygen she is breathing and will lead to improper growth of the foetus. Amines are not good. Moreover, if the fumes are harmful to the baby, they should be totally avoided. It depends upon to which fluids she is exposed to. The best strategy is better to err on safer side. I hope this provides you some guidelines. Dr. Nishikant Shrotri