The risks and problems of male elderly childbearing
With the continuous development of society, more and more elderly men have children. However, there are not only certain risks but also a series of problems in the process of elder male childbearing. This article will elaborate on the risks and problems of male elderly childbearing in terms of physical health, reproductive capacity, genetic problems and the generation gap between father and son.
1、 Physical health risks
As men grow older, their physical functions gradually decline, and their risk of disease gradually increases. Older men are prone to chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, etc. These diseases not only directly affect fertility, but also bring hidden dangers to children's health.
In addition, the sperm quality of the elderly men will gradually decline, and there will be an increase in the abnormal rate, morphological abnormalities and decreased mobility. These effects will reduce the success rate of fertilization, thus increasing the difficulty of reproduction.
In addition, as men grow older, their endurance, self-healing ability and ability to cope with pressure will decline. They may feel powerless in the face of the pressure of life and education, which will bring some problems to children's growth and education.
2、 Reproductive capacity issues
The male reproductive capacity will gradually decline as the age increases. Studies have shown that there is a certain correlation between the elderly male fertility and female health and fetal mortality. Babies born to elderly fathers may have problems such as premature delivery, low weight, and even increase the risk of chromosomal malformation syndrome.
In addition, the elderly male fertility is also related to the incidence of infertility. After the age of 30, the decline of sperm quality in men has increased significantly, which has led to infertility symptoms in many older men and ultimately unable to reproduce naturally.
In addition, the elderly male childbirth will also increase the difficulty and cost of treating infertility. In some cases, it may be necessary to use artificial assisted reproductive technology to achieve fertility, which is a big burden for both spouses.
3、 Genetic problems
The elderly male fertility will not only affect their own fertility, but also increase the risk of genetic diseases in infants. Studies have shown that infants born to older fathers have a higher risk of chromosomal malformation syndrome than young fathers. This is because the quality of male sperm will gradually decline after a lifetime of cumulative DNA damage, thus increasing the risk of genetic mutations and chromosomal abnormalities.
Therefore, for families with a family history of hereditary diseases, it is particularly necessary to consider the elderly male fertility carefully. If there is a serious genetic disease in the family, the risk of male elderly childbearing will be more significant.
4、 The generation gap between father and son
After giving birth at an advanced age, men may face the problem of generation gap between father and son. Due to age differences, older fathers and children may have large differences in hobbies, communication methods, life concepts, etc., which may lead to difficulties in establishing a good parent-child relationship between fathers and children.
In addition, older fathers are physically and mentally inferior to younger fathers, and may not be able to accompany their children to grow up, participate in their children's learning and life, or provide adequate support and help. This may have a certain impact on the growth and development of children.
Summary:
There are certain risks and problems in physical health, reproductive capacity, genetic problems and the generation gap between father and son. The physical health of the elderly father may affect fertility and the health of the child. The decline of fertility leads to an increase in the incidence of fertility difficulties and infertility. Genetic problems increase the risk of genetic diseases in infants. The generation gap between father and son may lead to obstacles in parent-child relations. Therefore, the elderly male childbearing should be considered carefully, weigh risks and benefits, and choose the right time for childbearing.
