What is infertility?
Infertility is the inability to conceive after 12 months of regular, unprotected sex (or 6 months for women aged 35 or older). It is a medical condition arising from factors like hormonal imbalances, reproductive system abnormalities, genetic issues, and lifestyle practices. Ovulation disorders are a common cause in women, while poor sperm health is a prevalent factor in men. Overall, infertility is a complex condition with various underlying causes that hinder successful conception or live birth.
What are the causes of infertility?
The origins of reproductive system irregularities leading to infertility in both men and women can be attributed to various factors:
- Hormonal Imbalances
- Genetic Abnormalities
- Structural Anomalies
- Aging
- Lifestyle Choices
- Medical Treatments
- Surgeries
- Prior Injuries
All Kinds of Infertility
Infertility is characterized by the failure to achieve conception after 12 months of consistent and unprotected sexual activity for couples with the female partner under the age of 35, and after 6 months for women aged 35 or older.
Infertility In Women
Male Infertility
Infertility in Women
Ovulation issues, accounting for approximately 40% of female infertility cases, arise as the most prevalent cause. Absent or irregular menstrual periods serve as indicators of ovulation disorders. The factors and lifestyle choices below can elevate the risk of infertility in women.
- Age
- Hormonal imbalances.
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS),
- Diminished ovarian reserve and primary ovarian insufficiency (POI)
- Weight
- Diet
- Tobacco use
- Medications
- Environmental factors
Male Infertility
- Age.
- Weight.
- Smoking cigarettes or heavy alcohol intake.
- Medications or recreational drug use.
- Stress.
- Heat exposure to the testicles from hot tubs, saunas, laptop computers, etc.
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