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Becoming pregnant might seem easy for a lot of women but for others it may not be so simple. Young girls spend all their life saying that we’ll have kids in the future so when it doesn’t happen, you often wonder ‘Why Me’? The fact that young girls typically spend so many years trying not to get pregnant makes it a much bigger shock when they find out that it’s not happening. You wouldn’t know if you can make babies or not until you try for one. Not being able to have a baby can be, to a large extent, a very silent thing with no signs or symptoms of any underlying condition.

Infertility is a growing concern these days and it is important to detect the causes so as to be able to treat it. Not having children these days can be by choice as well as by circumstances. About 80% of women who don’t have children are childless by circumstances and not by choice.

Why can she have a Baby?

Before discussing a possible factor that can cause female infertility, it is important to know the factors needed for a pregnancy to occur naturally.

• A good quality egg

• A good quality sperm

• Healthy and functional Fallopian tube for the egg and sperm to meet

• A healthy uterus to house the embryo

• Ability to have sexual intercourse; and of course

• Good physical and mental health

Why can’t I have a Baby?

The act of becoming a mother is based on certain biological factors and every woman needs to meet those biological factors to have a baby. Humans aren’t that fertile to begin with. The chance for a young couple getting pregnant in one month of regular intercourse is only about 25%. The problems which may lead to infertility may be the ones which you were born with, ones which are caused by ageing and some that can’t be figured out.

Direct causes of female reproductive problems may be related to each organ within the reproductive system viz. the ovary / uterus / Fallopian tube / cervix / vagina. On the other hands the fault may lie at the brain (hypothalamus pituitary) that controls the female reproductive organs.

Too Many Eggs but still no baby : PCOS link to Infertility!!!

PCOS is the most common cause of infertility in women. PCOS is basically a condition of hormonal imbalance leading to infrequent, if not persistent, anovulation (failure to release egg). PCOS is a condition wherein women have too many eggs in their ovaries but none of them reaches maturation to get released from the ovary. Release of an egg (ovulation) is mandatory for a pregnancy to happen. However, PCOS is not the worst thing in the world to have – it is better for a woman to have too many eggs than too few.

The Ticking Biological Clock : Age and Infertility

Let’s get it crisp and clear – Infertility Management, to a large extent, is Time Management. Female age is not only one of the biggest factors for female infertility but also one of the most important factors which determine the success of fertility treatment. Women are only ‘warehouses’ of eggs and not ‘producers’ meaning that as a woman ages, the number and the quality of their eggs decreases. Every menstrual cycle, many eggs are recruited from the woman’s ovaries but only a few reach maturation and are released. This means that there is a large wastage of eggs every menstrual cycle which leads to steady depletion of eggs over the years.

The rate of depletion varies from woman to woman and the numerical age of the woman may not always correspond to the age of her ovaries. There are quite a few younger women who have reduced fertility due to their compromised ovarian reserve. A woman at the age of 30 has approx. 20% chance per month of conceiving but only a 5 % chance when she is 40.

Still an Enigma : Endometriosis and Infertility

Endometriosis is one of those words that many of us have heard, but may not quite know what it means. Endometriosis is a condition when the tissue that normally lines the inside of a woman’s uterus grows outside of it.

Endometriosis not only actually impacts the ovary affecting both the quality and quantity of eggs but also leads to scarring and distortion, which also affects the Fallopian tubes and the fertilization capability of the eggs.

Apart from the anatomical distortion that endometriosis may cause, it may also lead to release of certain chemicals and immunological factors which also may contribute to infertility.

The Transport Trouble : Tubal Factors and Infertility

The Fallopian tube plays the role of a transporter of eggs and sperms. It is also the place where the female egg and the sperm meet to achieve fertilisation. Blockage of tube on both the sides makes natural conception impossible.

Infection, injury, scarring because of PID, endometriosis or surgical procedures like termination of pregnancy may affect the tubes. It may block the path of the egg from the Fallopian tube to the uterus as well as the transition of the sperm to the uterus causing difficulty in fertilisation.

The Woes of the Womb : Uterus and Infertility

The womb houses the embryo and is the place where ultimately the embryo will grow into a fully developed baby. Problems in the womb can be there from the birth or may develop later on spontaneously or because of certain infections and/or procedures.In some cases, the uterus may be absent from birth or in some cases may be double from birth.

In some cases, a growth known as fibroid may distort the womb and may prevent implantation of a fertilised egg. Uterus can get damaged in the form of sticking together of the womb lines – this condition is known as Asherman’s syndrome. Asherman’s syndrome may result from tuberculosis infection or following some surgical procedures. This may deny access to the sperms from reaching eggs leading to Infertility.

To Sum Up

Although from the outside, having a baby may look easy; in reality it can be much more complex. Reproduction is as much complex as it is to assemble the tiny parts in a computer for it to work; and it is no more than a miracle when everything gets assembled properly and leads to the formation of a baby. But then that’s only under the best of conditions and lately the best of conditions have been found to be hard to come by.

Motherhood is the only fuel that will make you do the impossible! Hoping that you bring the best piece of art into the world!

Life has changed. Ethics mean different than what they meant a decade ago. Work was meant to earn a living. Today, earning a living does not seem to the prime purpose of life! A person, be it a man or a woman, earns for grading his or her lifestyle. Simple is termed as cheap! Peace and health are replaced with high society late night parties and cool addictions! No one realizes that all these new things that make you eat wrong, sleep wrong and stay wrong are actually taking you the world of infertility. Through this article, we share with all our readers the effects of 3 classy culprits of infertility - stress, smoking and lifestyle.

Stress

Stress is directly related to infertility. Stress affects ovulation. A woman who is in stress shall never be able to release good quality eggs. Stress automatically stops you from having sex, wherein your chances of conception go down. Excessive stress can even interfere with the fertilization of the egg and implanting itself on the wall of the uterus!

Among men too, stress degrades the sperm count and the quality. Once under stress, making love is never so easy and pleasurable!

Smoking

This is the strongest curse in disguise. Smoking affects ovaries and reduces the quality and quantity of eggs. Even when a woman conceives, there are fewer chances that she might carry her baby to term. After birthing too, the baby shall face some major growth issues.

Do not stay relaxed if you are a victim of passive smoking. Second hand smoking too is a big no no. It turns you infertile without much effort. It supports miscarriages! Preterm labor and ectopic pregnancies have been noticed on a large scale!

For men who smoke and feel good, you shall face severe trouble with your sex life! Loss of erection shall be a new trouble for you. Your sperm quality shall degrade and they might not have the strength to swim to a woman’s uterus!

Nowhere, do we see any trace of smoking lowering ones stress levels! Quit smoking for it has nothing to give you in return except problems which you cannot bear.

Lifestyle

People do hear and read about lifestyle changes and end up doing none as they feel, it’s impossible! We shall give some straight tips which when followed shall surely benefit you!

• If you are into a sedentary lifestyle, you can take a two minute walk at an interval of 30 min.

• Limit your carbohydrates and cut on the carb that accompanies gluten.

• Comfort foods are always bland! Pizzas, burgers and even biscuits must not be seen anywhere around you.

• Completion of an eight hour sleep is a must.

• Exercise three times a week stands to be perfect!

• Water intake must be around 3 litres per day! Water soothes your internal organs!

• Laptops on the lap might gift you infertility. Place them on the table while you work.

• No processed foods. Stick to consuming foods in their most natural form.

Try living a simple life. Electronic gadgets are not something for which a person struggles all day! In the end you shall surely become financially strong but on the other hand the same money shall be poured on expensive treatments! Success is when you attain things which money cannot buy!

For a couple trying to conceive, it feels punishing to accept the fact that they may not be able to conceive naturally. But then, it’s just going to be a bit difficult, not impossible! With the help of technology and various refinements in the existing treatment protocols, most of the fertility problems are treatable with high success rates.

Which factors will help decide my treatment?

• Age of both partners

• Duration of Infertility

• Condition causing Infertility

• Lifestyle factors

• Hormonal Status

• Stress Levels

• Your own choices

A thorough analysis of the above factors along with medical examination and testing is followed by a course of medical action best suited for you.

What are the treatment options available?

Due to the technological advancements in the field of medical science, infertility, to a large extent, is treatable. So do not push yourself to the edge of frustration, patience is the key. Once your physical and mental well being is ensured, you may be subjected to fertility treatment of help you out. Let us introduce you to some of the fertility treatments available -

• Ovulation Tracking

• Ovulation Induction

• Artificial Insemination

• In vitro fertilisation

• Fertility Surgery

• Third Party Reproduction

Will I be directly subjected to IVF / ICSI?

No. Not necessarily. Two of the most important deciding factors for the treatment options are the age of the woman and the cause and duration of infertility. Women with ovulation problems or unexplained infertility will usually conceive with treatment options like Ovulation Induction with or without artificial insemination. You may check on to the Fertility Management Ladder for more information.

Fertility Management Ladder

Women with poor ovulation reserve, blocked fallopian tube & cases of severe male infertility may be recommended to directly go for IVF / ICSI. Click to know more about IVF / ICSI.

I’ve been lately hearing a lot about Surrogacy & Donation. What is it?

The creation of a baby usually involves a male & a female partner. In cases, where two of you are not enough (or in some rare cases where your doctor recommends), involvement of a third person in the form of a donor (egg, sperm or embryo) or a surrogate (wherein a baby is grown in other woman’s womb) maybe required.

Depending upon your exact fertility situation, you will be offered the most optimal method to help you out. Do not drive yourself towards negativity. Half the solution to any problem lies in defining it. Stick to positivity and things shall change in your favour. We are here to assist you through your difficulties. We will try and make sure that life embraces you by bringing a healthy and smiling baby in your arms!

Introduction

If you have been trying to conceive for a while without any success, then it is high time that you and your partner do not delay a fertility fitness test. It makes sense to comprehend the implication of the term infertility and its reasons. In the medical world, infertility is a term that is used to denote failure to conceive after having a year of regular sex minus the use of birth control.

There is a difference between being sterile and infertile. Infertility does not mean that you cannot have a child. By seeking proper medical help, you can have a child.

Both men & women tend to face fertility issues. Around 20 percent of infertile couples have fertility problems in both partners. Astonishingly around 15 percent of the couples are diagnosed problem-free after all tests have been conducted, yet they have failed to conceive. It is termed as unexplained infertility.

Four causes of infertility in men

• Low Sperm Count implying that you have fewer sperms or no sperm in your semen

• Low sperm motility, which means that your sperm do not move well as they should

• Sperms that are formed abnormally

• Sperm ducts which are blocked

There is another usual problem related to a temporary reduction in the volume of sperm produced in your testicles. It may happen when your testicles are injured or if they were way above their normal temperature for too long. Your sperms may be adversely affected if you were taking drugs or chemicals for too long. Men who drink alcohol or smoke tend to have a low sperm count. If you are a man over the age of 40 and suffering from infertility, then you should consult a male fertility specialist in Pune.

Four Reasons for infertility in Women

• One of the most regular causes of infertility in women is associated with a problem in ovulation. It implies that your ovary does not release an egg. This condition is also known as polycystic ovary syndrome.

• There might be a problem with the fallopian tube that is responsible for carrying eggs from the ovary to the uterus resulting in infertility. Moreover, there is a chance that your tubes are blocked by scar tissue resulting from an infection or a condition called endometriosis.

• Fertility problems in women can be an outcome of smoking or when a woman is underweight or overweight.

• Despite an egg being able to make its way through the fallopian tube, there are many things that may deter it from being implanted in the uterus. For example, cervical mucus may be damaging the sperm or slowing down the progress.

• Age can also be a factor for infertility in women. Fertility rate drops when a woman crosses the age of 35. After the age of 45, a woman rarely becomes pregnant.

Conclusion

If you have failed to conceive after repeated attempts, it does not mean it is the end of the road for you. All you need is to visit the best fertility clinic in Pune. It is imperative to know the underlying causes and how long you have been trying to conceive. A fertility fitness test may uncover the reasons that have been overlooked for so long. Finally, you should talk to your partner and choose a treatment option that suits your preferences.