Author - Dr. Nakhare

Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system. The failure to conceive after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse is Infertility.

Infertility can be either be a result of male factor or female factor or both.

The main symptom of infertility is the inability to get pregnant.

Following are the Risk factors for Infertility

Age: The quality and quantity of a woman’s eggs begin to decline with increasing age.

Smoking: Besides damaging your cervix and fallopian tubes, smoking increases your risk of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.

Weight: Being overweight or significantly underweight may affect normal ovulation.

Sexual history: Sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can damage the fallopian tubes.

Alcohol: Stick to moderate alcohol consumption of no more than one alcoholic drink per day.

Causes can be

Ovulation disorders like :

• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Hypothalamic dysfunction
• Premature ovarian failure
• Too much prolactin

Damage to fallopian tubes

Risk factors

Age: The quality and quantity of a woman’s eggs begin to decline with increasing age.

Smoking: Besides damaging your cervix and fallopian tubes, smoking increases your risk of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.

Weight: Being overweight or significantly underweight may affect normal ovulation.

Sexual history: Sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can damage the fallopian tubes.

Alcohol: Stick to moderate alcohol consumption of no more than one alcoholic drink per day.

Prevention

• Maintain a normal weight. Overweight and underweight women are at increased risk of ovulation disorders. Moderate exercise can help reduce weight.
• If you are considering pregnancy, then quit smoking now as tobacco multiples negative effects on fertility.
• Avoid alcohol. Alcohol use can affect the health of a developing fetus. Heavy alcohol use may lead to decreased fertility.
• Avoid Stress Studies show psychological stress have a poor result with infertility treatment.
• Limiting caffeine Research suggests that limiting caffeine i.e. 1-2 cups of coffee per day shouldn’t affect your ability to get pregnant.

Dr. Meeta Nakhare is a renowned & Best Gynaecologist In Pune. She has been in the medical field for over 30 years.

Her passion is preventive gynecology for women and she has given back to society by pioneering the first cancer screening clinic in Pune back in 2001.

The chances of giving birth to a healthy baby after using IVF depend on various factors, including:

• Maternal age. The younger you are, the more likely you are to get pregnant and give birth to a healthy baby using your own eggs during IVF. Women age 41 and older are often counseled to consider using donor eggs during IVF to increase the chances of success.
• Embryo status. Transfer of embryos that are more developed is associated with higher pregnancy rates compared with less developed embryos (day two or three). However, not all embryos survive the development process. Talk with your doctor or other care providers about your specific situation.
• Reproductive history. Women who’ve previously given birth are more likely to be able to get pregnant using IVF than are women who’ve never given birth. Success rates are lower for women who’ve previously used IVF multiple times but didn’t get pregnant.
• Cause of infertility. Having a normal supply of eggs increases your chances of being able to get pregnant using IVF. Women who have severe endometriosis are less likely to be able to get pregnant using IVF than are women who have unexplained infertility.
• Lifestyle factors. Women who smoke typically have fewer eggs retrieved during IVF and may miscarry more often. Smoking can lower a woman’s chance of success using IVF by 50 percent. Obesity can decrease your chances of getting pregnant and having a baby. Use of alcohol, recreational drugs, excessive caffeine, and certain medications also can be harmful.

Talk with your doctor about any factors that apply to you and how they may affect your chances of a successful pregnancy.

Dr. Meeta Nakhare is an experienced Gynaecologist in Pune. She has helped numerous patients in her 18 years of experience as a Gynaecologist. She has been in the medical field for over 30 years and is an alumna of BJ medical college, Pune. After a super specialization in the field of Women’s health, she has practiced in India and the UK, focusing mainly on women’s health.