Child Health Late Paternity: This man became a father at the age of 92, what are the risks of having children at this age?

News Topical, Digital Desk : Late Fatherhood Health Risks: Information about such incidents keeps going viral on the internet, which makes you wonder if such a thing can even happen. One such case has come to light from Australia, where a doctor became a father at the age of 92, and his 37-year-old wife gave birth to a child. Australian doctor couple John Levin and his wife Dr. Yanying Lu have named their son Gabe. The most special thing is that their son was born five months after the death of their first son, who was 65 years old. He died due to motor neuron problems. Let us tell you what are the risks of having children at this age and whether it is possible for everyone.

Is this possible?

Becoming a father at the age of 92 is a unique and surprising event in itself. However, medical experts say that as men age, their fertility and sperm quality decline. Children of older fathers have an increased risk of genetic mutations and chromosomal problems. Many studies indicate that children of older fathers have a higher risk of autism, schizophrenia, and growth-related problems than normal. According to a study published in the UK's BMJ Journal, becoming a father at an older age also increases the risk of miscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight babies.

How much trouble is there?

Becoming a father at such an advanced age can pose challenges not only to the child but also to the mother and the entire gestation period. Pregnancy puts additional pressure on the mother, and sometimes IVF or other artificial reproduction techniques have to be resorted to. Research by Stanford University School of Medicine in the US shows that children born to fathers over 45 years of age face higher health risks than normal. In such a situation, even though becoming a father at the age of 92 may become big news, experts believe that it is extremely dangerous and not a safe option for the common man. It poses a significant risk to the child, as its growth is impaired and it remains at risk of many diseases.

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