Q1: What is Infertility?
ASRM: Frequently Asked Questions About InfertilityInfertility is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs one of the body's most basic functions: the conception of children.
Related QuestionsInfertility is the inability to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse. Couples who have known barriers to fertility, such as endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome(PCOS), male factor infertility, irregular cycles, etc., do not need to sit out the traditional "waiting period "for one year to seek expert care for infertility.Related Questions
Medical Wisdom Infertility QuestionsInfertility is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs one of the body's most basic functions: the conception of children.Related Questions
InfertilityMost experts define infertility as not being able to get pregnant after at least one year of trying. Women who are able to get pregnant but then have repeat miscarriages are also said to be infertile.Related Questions
About usInfertility, whether male or female, can be defined as 'the inability of a couple to achieve conception or to bring a pregnancy to term after a year or more of regular, unprotected intercourse'.Related Questions
IGO Medical Group HomeInfertility may be temporary and it may be due to many different problems. More than one problem may be present in a couple. Many of these problems can be corrected. Both the man and woman should be tested: In 15 to 20% of all couples who are infertile, both the man and the woman have problems that cause the infertility.Related Questions
What Can Be Done About Infertility?
IGO Medical Group HomeIf the couple is infertile and wants to conceive a child, the first step is to have a complete infertility evaluation. This is done by our doctors in order to determine the cause of their infertility and what can be done to correct it. Medical work-ups for infertility begin with a consultation with the IGO physician. A medical history and physical exam is usually included.
Related QuestionsWhat is Secondary Infertility?
Frequently Asked Questions - CRAFTSecondary infertility is one in which the female partner has become pregnant earlier but has not been able to conceive subsequently. The pregnancy may or may not have resulted in the birth of a baby. It may have ended in an abortion or even an ectopic pregnancy.
Related QuestionsLance Armstrong Foundation: Physical Effects Female Infertil...Cancer and its treatment may sometimes put female survivors at risk for infertility. Infertility means not being able to get pregnant or maintain a pregnancy, usually after you have been trying for over a year. There are many different causes for infertility in cancer survivors. While it’s best to discuss your risk for infertility before treatment begins, there are still options for cancer survivors who may experience infertility as a result of cancer or its treatment.Related Questions
Gundersen Lutheran - Frequently Asked QuestionsInfertility is the impairment of a couple’s ability to conceive and have a successful pregnancy. There are many medical conditions that can lead to infertility. Conception is a complicated process that depends on many factors: the production of healthy sperm and eggs, unblocked fallopian tubes that allow the sperm to reach the egg, the sperm’s ability to fertilize the egg and the ability of a good quality embryo to become implanted in the woman’s uterus.Related Questions
Infertility: Frequently Asked QuestionsInfertility is defined as the inability to conceive a child despite trying for one year. The condition affects about 5.3 million Americans, or 9 percent of the reproductive age population, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.Related Questions
Aurora Fertility Services -- FAQMost experts define infertility as not being able to get pregnant after at least 1 year of trying. Women who are able to get pregnant but then have repeat miscarriages are also said to be infertile.Related Questions
What Are The Causes of Infertility?
IGO Medical Group HomeA man may be infertile because he does not have enough sperm, because the sperm do not move or function properly, or because he has blocked passageways. Disease, fevers or infections, and congenital abnormalities can contribute to these problems in men. A woman may be infertile because some parts of her reproductive system are not functioning properly due to disease, infections, problems with hormone production or congenital abnormalities.
Related QuestionsUntitled DocumentInfertility, whether male or female, can be defined as 'the inability of a couple to achieve conception or to bring a pregnancy to term after a year or more of regular, unprotected intercourse'.Related Questions
Nepal - FAQ - All God's ChildrenThe definition of "permanent infertility" is different and much more fluid than that of our "western" mindset. The reason for this is that many of the fertility treatments available to families here in the U.S. (IVF, etc.) are not a viable option for the Nepali people and are therefore not recognized. With this said, a family will need a letter from their doctor stating permanent infertility.Related Questions
Other ServicesInfertility is the inability to conceive after a year of unprotected intercourse in women under 35, or after six months in women over 35, or the inability to carry a pregnancy to term.Related Questions
Fertility Center India – Frequently Asked QuestionsInfertility can be defined as the inability of couple to achieve conception a year or more of regular ,unprotected coital exposure.Related Questions
Can history of surgery be cause for infertility?
Frequently Asked Questions - CRAFTYes, surgery in and around the genital system may contribute to infertility by distorting the anatomy and hence disturbing the smooth flow of the sperm and the ova released from the ovary and hindering fertilization and the same applies to Post-operative infections.
Related QuestionsWhat is the role of Karyotyping in infertility?
Frequently Asked Questions - CRAFTKaryotyping helps to determine defects in the chromosome number and structure. Variation of either the number or structure can be detrimental to fertility.
Related QuestionsWhat types of infertility are there?
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association: What is Infer...Infertility is broken down into male factor, female factor, combination of the two and unexplained infertility. For more information on infertility diagnosis visit the treatment section of our site. A great deal of misinformation about infertility exists today. People often say, "If you just relax, you'll get pregnant." These kind of statements can be misleading and hurtful for couples experiencing infertility.
Related QuestionsHow is infertility treated?
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association: What is Infer...Medical technology now offers more answers and treatment options to men and women trying to conceive a child. From hormonal treatments, ovulation indiction and Intrauterine insemination to more advanced technologies like in vitro fertilization, ICSI to surrogacy, egg/sperm donation and even embryo donation. For more information on treatment of infertility visit the treatment section of our site.
Related QuestionsHow can I find an infertility specialist?
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association: What is Infer...RESOLVE has an extensive physician referral network. These physicians are carefully screened by the RESOLVE Physician Advisory Group. You can get a referral from this list by calling RESOLVE's toll-free HelpLine at 888-623-0744.
Related QuestionsWho might be at risk for infertility?
Lance Armstrong Foundation: Physical Effects Female Infertil...Some chemotherapy medicines, like those in the alkylating agents group, can cause infertility. These types of chemotherapy medicines can be used to treat many different kinds of cancer, not just cancers that affect the reproductive organs. Chemotherapy can cause infertility by either reducing the number of eggs in your ovaries or by causing early menopause. Menopause is when menstrual periods stop, because the ovaries run out of eggs.
Related QuestionsWhat are some symptoms of infertility?
Lance Armstrong Foundation: Physical Effects Female Infertil...Some survivors don’t realize that they are infertile until they try to have children and aren’t able to get pregnant. There are some symptoms of infertility you can look for. However, if you experience any of these symptoms, it does not always mean you are infertile. They could be symptoms of other medical conditions. Female cancer survivors who completed puberty before they started treatment usually stop menstruating during treatment. This does not mean you are infertile.
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