The Fertility Problem

A fertility problem occurs every one in every six couples in the US alone. The world shares almost the same prevalence rate, at one in every seven. Most of the cases, the women are the problem, while 15% of infertility cases have unknown causes. The technology available today for testing and proper diagnosis is not yet capable of solving a significant number of fertility problems. Infertility is a complicated web of cause and risk factors that even treatments are having marginal gains in the midst of the cutting edge science it employs of inducing pregnancy.

Disorders in the ovary accounts for 25% of the root cause of fertility problems. Associated cases are those that disturb the process of releasing eggs. 20% is accounted for pelvic problems or any abnormalities in that area like blocked fallopian tubes and others. The male factor is also worth considering. Low sperm count and motility accounts for up to 40% of the cases. 5% are from cervical problems and 10%-15% are deemed unaccounted for.

Help are everywhere for couples who are having a hard time conceiving a child. The first thing they can do is to visit their doctor and get basic tests for infertility. Doctors and gynecologists can help in the evaluation process but they can only do so much. Reproductive endocrinologists or commonly called as infertility specialists are better at diagnosing reproductive problems. Most of the time they are connected with an infertility clinic where a complete circle of infertility specialists can work as a team in making sure that fertilization, pregnancy and live birth is possible.

The next factor to consider in the light of a fertility problem is when to ask for help. Many young couples who are very anxious to have a baby are sometimes advised by their doctors to wait some more. If a young couple fails to have a pregnancy after a year (the woman not more than 34) even with regular, contraceptive-free intercourse, this can often signify that something is wrong. For couples who are trying to get pregnant and failed for six months with contraceptive-free intercourse can be reason enough visit a doctor.