Published on: 7/4/2025
Last Update: 7/9/2025
What are some common infertility issues and their treatments?
Infertility can be caused by problems in either partner and is often treatable with medications, surgery, or assisted reproductive technologies like IVF.
Explanation
Infertility means having trouble getting pregnant after a year of trying. Common causes include problems with ovulation, blocked fallopian tubes, or issues with sperm.
Causes of Infertility:
- Women:
- Ovulation problems: This happens when eggs do not mature or release properly.
- Blocked fallopian tubes: These tubes carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus and can get blocked by infections or other conditions.
- Men:
- Sperm problems: This includes low sperm count or sperm that do not move well.
Treatments for Infertility:
- Medications:
- Medicines can help women ovulate.
- Surgery:
- Surgery can fix blocked fallopian tubes or remove tissue that should not be there.
- Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART):
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): This involves taking eggs and sperm out of the body, fertilizing them in a lab, and then putting them back in the uterus.
Finding the right treatment depends on the cause of infertility, so it's important to talk to a doctor to find the best plan.
(References)
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- Vander Borght M, & Wyns C. (2018). Fertility and infertility: Definition and epidemiology. Clinical biochemistry, 29555319.
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