There were made some researches, and it was reached to the result that couples with fertility problems are three times more predisposed to have a child with conditions like autism and cerebral palsy. It is possible that fertility treatments, such as IVF to contribute to the risk as well.



Researchers suggest it is very important that before undergoing fertility treatment, couples to be encouraged to improve their health and counseled about the risks that can appear.

A study revealed that women with fertility problems were at a greater risk to develop other health problems such as heart disease and diabetes; they were also more at risk at pregnancy and labour complications.

A study also discovered that children of women who experienced fertility problems were at an increased risk of autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, seizures and cancer. In fact, this risk was 2.7 higher in those children then in the children of women with no fertility problems.

Couples who have problems conceiving are 40% more common to give birth to children with moderate developmental problems such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or serious sight or hearing disorders.

We can say that there is sure the fact that those who have difficulties with their fertility have difficulties conceiving and carrying pregnancies, but it has not been shown if infertility is causing the problems.

It is known that around the world there are clinics that pay women to donate their eggs. For example, in many cases US clinics pay women up to $10,000 per IVF cycle, and in comparison to this, British clinics can offer ?250 plus travel and childcare expenses.

In conclusion, we must know that there were made studies comparing couples who did and did not seek fertility treatment, and it was seen that couples with fertility problems were more likely to have a child with serious conditions. Seems that the extra risk is caused by the health problems that make it difficult for the couple to conceive.

However, the experts believe that the overall risk is still relatively low. But this doesn't mean that the risk does not exist. That is why discussions with the doctor are very important, couples with fertility problems must know all the risks that can appear and all the possibilities they have. They must be counseled about the risks, and, an important thing they should be encouraged to improve their health before undergoing fertility treatment.