Signs, symptoms and treatment of infertilityLISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS ARTICLE BY CLICKING ON THE PLAY BUTTONhttps://pushaboo.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1589499_1599679997.mp3In the United States alone, infertility accounts for 100% of 15% of couples. Infertility is defines as not being able to conceive after one year of having frequent and unprotected sex. This article discuss the symptoms and treatment of male and female infertility. Infertility may be an issue with either of the couple or a combination of factors that can prevent pregnancy. Fortunately, there are many therapies or treatments that can solve the issues or significantly improve your chances of getting pregnant.SIGNS OF INFERTILITYWe are going to discuss this topic taking each sex independently.SYMPTOMS OF FEMALE INFERTILITYIt is advisable to Conduct fertility test to ascertain. What the problem may be. During this female infertility test, the doctor may find out the underlying problem which may include but not limited to the following signs;Not being able to get pregnantIrregular or absent menstrual cycleMenstrual cycle that is too long (35 days or more)Menstrual cycle that is too short (21 days or less)Irregular periodNo period at allPainful or heavy periodsHormone fluctuations – reduced sex drive, skin problems, thinning hair etcPain during sexRECOMMENDED PRODUCTS FOR YOU CLICK HERE FOR THE BEST BABY PRODUCTS This are some of the symptoms that may occur in a woman that is infertile. Lets discuss what to do or the right time to see a doctor.WHEN TO SEE A DOCTORIf you are a woman facing infertility issues, then you must see a doctor, especially when you meet the conditions below;35 years or older and have been trying to get pregnant for over 6 monthsYou are age 40You have irregular or no periodsHave undergone cancer treatmentYou have multiple miscarriageYou have pelvic inflammatory diseasesYou have known infertility problemsSYMPTOMS OF MALE INFERTILITYSymptoms of male infertility include the following;Inability to smellStubborn respiratory infectionAbnormal breast growthPain or lump in the testicle areaEjaculating small volumes of fluidDifficulty ejaculatingReduced sexual desireDifficulty in maintaining an erectionA low sperm countWHEN SHOULD A MAN SEE A DOCTORA man should see a doctor when he meets the following conditions;When he has prostate problemsA pain or discomfort in the testicleErectile dysfunctionLow sex driveA surgery around the testicle or penisCAUSES OF INFERTILITYLet’s start with the causes of male infertilityMale infertility causes can be divided into 3 groups – Environmental, Medical and Lifestyle.The Environmental Causes Includes Some industrial chemicals like Extended exposure to Benzenes, Toluene, Xylene, Pesticides, Herbicides, Painting materials and many more.Exposure to heavy metal and radiation, overheating the testicles and sitting for long are all common environmental causes of male infertility.Lifestyle causes include Tobacco use, alcohol, drugs use, depression, emotional stress and obesity.Medical causes includes previous surgeries in the testicle area, chemotherapy, testosterone replacement therapy, celiac disease, erectile dysfunction, chromosome defects like klinefelter’s syndrome, Hormone imbalances and defects of tubules that transport sperm.Others include antibodies that attack sperm, tumors, ejaculation issues, infection and varicocele.The causes of female infertility includes damages to the fallopian tube, fallopian tube blockage, anovulation, ovulation problems, problems with the cervix and age factors.In men, causes of Infertility are preventable the strategies listed below can help you;Avoid drug useAvoid high temperaturesAvoid chemicals listed aboveAvoid tobacco and alcoholExercise moderatelyIn women, they can prevent Infertility by quitting smoking, alcohol and drugs use, limit caffeine, avoid weight extremes and exercise moderately.INFERTILITY TESTSIn men, fertility tests will include a general physical exam and specific fertility tests that may include semen analysis, hormone testing, genetic testing, testicular biopsy, imaging and DNA abnormalities testFemale infertility tests would include Ovulation testing, hysterosalpingography, Ovarian reserve testing, imaging and other hormone testing. Other tests may include laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy.TREATMENT OF FERTILITY TESTSTreatment for men include the doctor asking for a change in lifestyle, taking medications that boost sperm count, surgery and sperm retrieval.In women, the doctor may stimulate ovulation with ovulation stimulating drugs, intra-uterine insemination, surgery and artificial insemination.MORE RELATED POSTS5 POWERFUL HOME REMEDIES FOR BABY AND MOTHER HEALTHPREGNANCY CALENDAR: SYMPTOMS AND PRECAUTION