More and more individuals who are dealing with infertility are looking into their work histories to determine an environmental cause for their problems… and some are discovering that past jobs may have contributed to their issues involving conception.

Namely, workers who were (or are) exposed to chemicals like toxins and pesticides over long periods of time may find that they can become infertile as a result of the exposure.  (This seems to be especially true for males.)

Although there is little you can do after-the-fact, it’s a good reason to be very careful about the working environments you accept, especially if you have the choice to go elsewhere.  Certain chemicals cause irreversible harm to sperm and other reproductive body systems.

And if you wish to go the legal route to receive compensation for infertility that has been potentially caused by toxic working conditions, know that there are lawyers who specialize in this kind of lawsuit.  However, be aware that you may end up fighting your current or past employer for years, which could end up causing emotional problems, marital stress and financial issues. 

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