Infertility Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

1. Mannat Fertility Clinic Infertility Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention By Mannat Fertility Clinic

2. Mannat Fertility Clinic Overview Overview Infertility is a reproductive health disorder that prevents a couple from producing a child. Couples know they have infertility when they are unable to conceive a baby after making unprotected love for more than a year. Infertility affects a lot of people. As per a September 2020 WHO report, the world has approximately 48 million couples and 186 million individuals with fertility problems.

3. Mannat Fertility Clinic Mannat Mannat Fertility Clinic Fertility Clinic It happens to both males and females as they age. In their 20s and early 30s, males and females are highly fertile. They can notice a decline in their fertility after 35. The primary symptom of infertility or fertility problems is not having a concept after unprotected sexual intercourse.

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5. Causes of infertility in females Females have fertility issues due to several reproductive health problems and allied things. Here are some causes of female infertility: • Ovulation disorders • Uterine or cervical abnormalities • Fallopian tube damage or blockage • Endometriosis • Chronic diseases such as cancer and STDs • Pelvic adhesions • Poor egg quality • Early menopause • Age • Family history of infertility

6. Causes of infertility in males Several factors cause infertility in males. The primary cause of male infertility is the problems with semen and sperm. Low sperm count, poor motility, shape, and concentration pave the way for having fertility problems.

7. Causes of infertility in males Other causes of infertility in males are as follows: Family history of infertility Mumps Hypospadias Chemotherapy or radiation therapy to treat cancer Cystic fibrosis Chronic diseases such as diabetes, anaemia, and thyroid Medications such as anabolic steroids and sulfasalazine • • • • • • •

8. Risk factors of infertility in males and females Apart from reproductive health issues, several other things trigger the risks of having fertility problems. Here are some common risk factors: Age (over 35 for females and over 40 for males) STIs such as syphilis and gonorrhoea Eating disorder Lavish lifestyle with no physical activity Smoking and drinking Stress Extreme exposure to heat and industrial chemicals Over exercising Substance abuse Underweight or overweight • • • • • • • • • •

9. Infertility diagnosis As a couple, you should consult a respective doctor if you are over 35 and you have not conceived after having unprotected physical intimacy for more than 6 to 12 months.

10. Infertility diagnosis Your doctor will do physical examination and recommend a few tests that could be: • Pelvic exam • Blood test (for both of you) • A record of basal body temperature and cervical mucus (in the case of ovulation disorders) • Transvaginal ultrasound • Saline sonohysterogram • Hysteroscopy • Laparoscopy • Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) • Semen analysis (for male partner) • Scrotal ultrasound (for male partner)

11. Infertility treatment After going through the recommended test results, your doctor knows whether you or your spouse have fertility problems. As per the findings, the doctor will treat your infertility with medicines and surgeries.

12. Infertility treatment The expert can advise the following treatment options to you: IVF (in vitro fertilisation) IUI (Intrauterine insemination) ICSI (Intracytoplasmic sperm injection) Egg/Sperm donor program Surrogacy if the female partner is unable to bear pregnancy due to age or reproductive health issues Adoption (last option) • • • • • •

13. How to stay away from infertility You can keep your fertility problems at a bay by following a healthy lifestyle. Here are some useful steps to prevent infertility: • Keep fertility clock in mind and try to become parents in early 30s Say no to smoking and tobacco products and illicit drugs Keep your body weight in control as per your BMI (not below than 20 and higher than 25) • Do workouts of light to moderate intensity for 20-30 minutes a day and 5 days a week • Avoid drinking or bring it to a light level (a peg a week) Avoid having multiple sexual partners • Stay away from a longer exposure to extreme heat and industrial chemical • Eat a healthy and balanced diet every time • Lower your stress level through meditation or deep breathing • Wear loose or comfortable undergarments and avoid wearing the tight one • Try not to place the laptop on your lap for an extended period

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