Don't just blame mom if your belly isn't moving! Doctors reveal the 4 key causes of infertility. "Male" also becomes the key
Late marriage and late childbearing have gradually become a common phenomenon in modern society. Regardless of men and women, as they age, their fertility may decline sharply without knowing it. If fertility testing is not carried out early and relevant plans are not made, it may put pressure on the partnership. and challenges. Wang Ruisheng, deputy director of the Reproductive Center of Taipei Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic and a reproductive specialist, said that traditional beliefs often blame women for the cause of infertility. In fact, men’s health conditions are also the main cause of infertility. It is recommended that couples or partners who are planning to have children should consult reproductive medicine as soon as possible and make plans in advance.
What are the potential causes of female infertility? “This problem” has the greatest impact on fertility
Dr. Wang Ruisheng pointed out that for women, common causes of infertility include pelvic infection, unknown secretions from private parts, irregular menstruation and other symptoms, which may be caused by endometriosis (such as chocolate cysts, adenomyosis, etc.) , premature ovarian failure, polycystic ovary syndrome, hormonal imbalance and other factors. The above conditions can significantly affect the ovulation and conception process, so it is important to receive a gynecological examination as early as possible.
“Age is the most important factor affecting female fertility.” Dr. Wang Ruisheng said that according to TFC hospital data, the pregnancy rate for women under 35 years old who undergoes IVF treatment is as high as 72%; for women between 35 and 40 years old, the pregnancy rate is about 68%, and for women under 40 years old, the pregnancy rate is as high as 72%. The pregnancy rate for those over 45 years old is 45%; but as long as a woman is over 45 years old and wants to undergo in vitro fertilization treatment with her own eggs, the chance of pregnancy is still relatively slim. Dr. Wang Ruisheng emphasized that although Taiwan’s reproductive medicine technology, including pregnancy rate and live birth rate, is second to none in the world, it still cannot completely reverse the irreversible problem of egg aging caused by age. It is recommended that anyone close to 35 years old should consider freezing their eggs first and keep them. Chances of future pregnancy.
Don’t just blame women for infertility problems! “3 conditions” are also related to infertility
Common causes of male infertility are related to poor living habits and poor health. Dr. Wang Ruisheng said that bad lifestyle habits such as obesity, sitting for long periods of time, and being inactive will significantly affect sperm motility. In addition, frequent hot spring baths, saunas, riding bicycles, and wearing tight pants can easily cause the testicular temperature to be too high for a long time. Decreased sperm quality may also cause difficulty in pregnancy or even infertility.
In addition to the individual factors of the man and woman, in some cases, the minor problems of both husband and wife come together to become fertility problems. Dr. Wang Ruisheng pointed out, “For example, women have mild symptoms of polycystic ovary, while men have slightly weaker sperm motility. These problems may not be serious when viewed individually, but when they appear in a couple at the same time, they may lead to infertility.” Pregnant!" Therefore, it is recommended that couples undergo an examination together to find out the root cause of the problem more accurately.
In addition, the high pressure of modern society also affects couples’ plans to have the next generation. Dr. Wang Ruisheng said that negative emotions are potential factors causing low fertility, especially when trying to conceive for a long time without success, anxiety and depression can easily form a vicious cycle, thereby affecting the chance of pregnancy. At this time, it is recommended to discuss with your partner to adjust the frequency of intimacy, usually once every 2-3 days, and combine it with exercise and travel to moderately reduce stress.
If you “fail as a human being” before the age of 35, seek medical treatment immediately! Three high-risk groups should get checked early
Which groups should go to the reproductive medicine department for examination as soon as possible? Dr. Wang Ruisheng said that the critical point of female fertility decline is usually based on the age of 35; if men and women younger than 35 years old do not take contraceptive measures and have regular sexual life for more than one year, they cannot get pregnant, or men and women over 35 years old have regular sex and do not have sex. Those who are taking contraceptive measures for sexual intercourse and are still not pregnant after half a year should seek consultation as soon as possible.
In addition, if there are known risk factors for infertility, such as endometriosis, a history of pelvic inflammatory disease, congenital diseases of the reproductive system, sexual dysfunction, etc., they should be evaluated earlier. Dr. Wang Ruisheng took 40-year-old Ms. Lin as an example. “Ms. Lin went to the outpatient clinic of Dr. Wang Ruisheng for consultation in order to have a second child. Because she was an advanced maternal age and she suffered from polycystic ovary syndrome, the process of seeking a child was even more difficult.
“Why travel by car when you can take the high-speed rail?” Consult reproductive medicine as soon as possible for a better pregnancy
“When Ms. Lin was pregnant with her first child, her hormones fluctuated significantly, and her blood sugar levels continued to rise. Therefore, before implanting the second embryo, in addition to routine ovulation injections, she also had to administer insulin regularly. Her blood sugar was constantly measured, and the pregnancy process was very bumpy. Fortunately, under the careful diagnosis and care of Dr. Wang Ruisheng, Ms. Lin finally became pregnant with her second child successfully, fulfilling the family’s dream of a daughter.
“If you can take the high-speed rail on your journey to have a baby, why would you spend time traveling by car?” Ms. Lin said that when she and her husband reached a consensus on having a second child, she decided to go straight to TFC for help from Dr. Wang Ruisheng. In this regard, Dr. Wang Ruisheng also called on the causes of infertility to be diverse and complex, often caused by the interaction of multiple factors. It is recommended that partners and couples contact reproductive medicine doctors as soon as possible to formulate the most suitable birth plan as long as they have fertility needs.
Further reading:
