Test-Tube Baby Centre at Jalandhar

Male factor infertility is on the rise. Learned andrologist, equipped sperm lab,
hormonal lab, sperm bank, TESA, and ICSI facilities make the armamentarium
complete for dealing with subfertile and infertile males.

Although infertility is often treated as a female problem, it can affect a man just as
much. Infertility due to male factor accounts for at least 30% of infertility cases. For
this reason, it is very important that men also be investigated for fertility problems.
While blockages and problems producing healthy sperm are often the main reasons
for male infertility, there are a variety of issues that can be diagnosed by a fertility
specialist.

Once a diagnosis has been made, a proper course of treatment can be

recommended. Depending on the cause of male infertility, possible forms of
treatment may include surgery, drugs or assisted reproductive technologies, like
ICSI.

Regardless of whether infertility is due to male or female factors or both, men can
have just as much difficulty dealing with the consequences of not being able to
conceive.

Female Infertility: Causes, Treatment And Prevention

What causes female infertility?

The most common causes of female infertility include problems with ovulation,
damage to fallopian tubes or uterus, or problems with the cervix. Age can contribute
to infertility because as a woman ages, her fertility naturally tends to decrease.

Ovulation problems may be caused by one or more of the following:

 A hormone imbalance.
 A tumor or cyst.
 Eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia.
 Alcohol or drug use.
 Thyroid gland problems.
 Excess weight.
 Stress.
 Intense exercise that causes a significant loss of body fat.
 Extremely brief menstrual cycles.
Damage to the fallopian tubes or uterus can be caused by one or more of the
following:

 Pelvic inflammatory disease.

 A previous infection.
 Polyps in the uterus.
 Endometriosis or fibroids.
 Scar tissue or adhesions.
 Chronic medical illness.
 A previous ectopic (tubal) pregnancy.
 A birth defect.
 DES syndrome (The medication DES, given to women to prevent miscarriage
or premature birth can result in fertility problems for their children.)
Abnormal cervical mucus can also cause infertility. Abnormal cervical mucus can
prevent the sperm from reaching the egg or make it more difficult for the sperm to
penetrate the egg.

How is female infertility diagnosed?

Potential female infertility is assessed as part of a thorough physical exam. The
exam will include a medical history regarding potential factors that could contribute to
infertility.