Infertility

24 Apr

Infertility is a common problem of about 10% of women aged 15 to 44.
Infertility can be due to the woman (33%), the man (33%) and by both sexes or due to unknown problems (33%), approximately.
Infertility in men can be due to varicocele, low or absent sperm count, sperm damage or certain diseases.
Risk factors for men’s infertility include alcohol and drug use, toxins, smoking, age, health problems, medicines
Risk factors for women’s infertility include ovulation problems, blocked Fallopian tubes, uterine problems, uterine fibroids, age, stress, poor diet, athletic training, and those risk factors listed for men.
Aging decreases a woman’s fertility; after age 35 about 33% of couples have fertility problems; older women’s eggs are reduced in number, not as healthy and less likely to be released by the ovary – the woman is also more likely to have a miscarriage and other health problems.
Women under 35 should try for a year or 6 months if 35 or older to become pregnant before contacting their doctor if they have no health problems.
Doctors use the histories of both partners and may run tests such as sperm studies, ovulation tests, ultrasound, hysterosalpingography, or laparoscopy.