Oladapo Ashiru

Oladapo Adenrele Ashiru is a Nigerian reproductive endocrinologist, academic, and medical researcher known for his work in assisted reproductive technology in Africa. He is the current Secretary-General of the International Federation of Fertility Societies (IFFS). Ashiru is also the foundation President and current Treasurer of the Academy of Medical Sciences, and President of the Africa Reproductive Care Society Foundation. Quotes When it comes to fertility issues, many Nigerians are ignorant. This makes infertility a major national issue. While ignorance is a problem, I find that men often live in denial. They don’t like to admit they have issues. Instead, they push the blame onto women. Unfortunately, society also attributes fertility problems to women. According to research, both men and women have a 50% contribution to infertility. Either partner could be responsible. Driving Barefoot: “Some women find it easy to drive barefoot. However, the lining of many car pedals contains antimony. This substance is proven to be toxic to embryos. Many patients experience miscarriages after IVF until we remove this toxin. Only then can they maintain a pregnancy. Mercury in Fish: “Mercury is present in large fish and stockfish. Consuming them is harmful. Common Pollutants: “Fumigation, oil spills, cheap lipstick, and pesticides also damage reproductive health. These toxins can affect a pregnant woman, her unborn child, and even future generations. Prof. Ashiru identified several environmental and lifestyle factors that cause infertility The World Health Organisation described infertility as a disease. It is a misnomer, as childbearing is a fundamental right of every woman. In some cultures and societies, childless women still suffer discrimination, stigma, and ostracism. It may result in isolation, disinheritance, divorce, or physical and psychological violence. Stigmatisation is a significant issue in sub-Saharan Africa, where women are valued and more acceptable within society when they are married and have given birth. They are more responsible and capable of occupying certain men-designated roles (e.g., Board of Directors, National Assembly, ministerial appointments, governorship, presidency, etc.) He spoke on career woman and childbearing Infertility is the inability of a couple have their biological baby after two years of living together. But in some couples, we advice them to come before two years, especially those that are of age. A woman who got married at 35 and above is advised to come at least for six months ovulation with the husband who finds it difficult to have a baby. In our society, infertility puts a lot of pressure on people because f the way we view paternity. Mothers pressure, the families pressure, wanting you to have a baby immediately after marriage, because as a woman, you are supposed to be pregnant. He spoke about infertility Every hour one man dies from prostate cancer – that’s more than 10,000 every year. Over 40,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer yearly – that’s more than 100 men diagnosed daily. It’s estimated that by 2030, prostate cancer will be the most common cancer. One in eight men will get prostate cancer. The disease occurs most frequently in older men 70 years and above. Diet is a factor that cannot be ruled out as African American soul food closely mimics many Nigerian diets of pork, beans, and greens cooked with plenty of oil and fat. Sexually transmitted diseases affecting the prostate gland are another major factor leading to prostate cancer. Narrowing the urethral passage and reducing sperm count may lead to prostate enlargement. Eating a diet full of saturated fats and red meat is terrible for the prostate, as is smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol. Do not have unprotected sex. Sexually-transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhoea and Chlamydia, can damage the sperm-producing cells that block the tubes carrying sperm from the testis to the penis. Go below for full list: Avoid pesticides that control pests in the garden and on the farm. Such chemicals can damage the sperm-reproducing organs. Avoid insecticides sprayed to kill mosquito. Such chemicals can damage the sperm- reproducing organs. Therefore, if you must spray your room against mosquitoes, allow at least one hour before going back to the room. Avoid exposure to lead fumes generated in the manufacture of small cell batteries and in bullets. Such fumes can reduce sperm count through their negative effects on the hormones and the testis. Avoid exposure to heavy metals like cadmium from the manufacture of heavy batteries, as they negatively affect the hormones. Avoid exposure to paint fumes and plastic softening chemicals like phthalates, hydrocarbons such as ethylbenze, benzene, toluene, and xylene, as they destroy the sperm-producing cells and hormones. Minimise exposure to e-rays, as the sperm germ cells are very easily damaged by the gamma rays. Minimise exposure to radiation, as the sperm germ cells are very easily damaged by radiation. Avoid fumes generated by welders and iron smelters, as their heat can affect sperm production and lead to low sperm count. Avoid exposure to accumulated old newsprint, as the carbon can lead to low sperm count. He list out 30 ways to protect sperm Detoxification has been shown to have a direct positive effect on fertility. The World health organization put together a panel of 50 experts on Reproduction and environmental toxins from various parts of the globe. I was one of those from Africa. We concluded that once a couple is planning conception, the must change their lifestyle. I have from my experience now simplify this that the couple must handle their body the way they would treat their house when expecting an august visitor to stay for a week. In an interview External links Category:Women physicians from Nigeria Category:Medical scientists Category:Living people