Dr Shreyasi Sharma on how pollution affects unborn babies (Credits: Canva)
\n\nWhen we talk about the dangers of Delhi's toxic air, most of us worry about our lungs. Persistent coughing, burning eyes, breathing difficulties and respiratory infections are usually the first concerns that come to mind. But for pregnant women, the risks could extend much further. Could the polluted air a mother breathes also affect the baby growing inside her womb? And can exposure to toxic pollutants interfere with the oxygen and nutrients reaching the developing baby?
\n\nSpeaking exclusively with Times Now Digital, Dr. Shreyasi Sharma, Expert Fetal Medicine Specialist and Director of the Fetal Medicine & Genetics Centre, Gurgaon, explained how air pollution during pregnancy can affect maternal health, potentially interfere with placental function and increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.
\n\n"Pregnancy is a time when subtle influences may have lasting implications. The mother's body undergoes significant physiological changes to support the growing baby," Dr. Sharma explained According to her, exposure to high levels of air pollution may aggravate respiratory problems, increase cardiovascular stress and potentially contribute to pregnancy complications. Women with asthma, existing respiratory illnesses or high blood pressure may need additional precautions. But the concern does…
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