Infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant with regular sexual activity for up to 1 year before the age of 35, and the inability to become pregnant for 6 months after the age of 35. Victoria Fisyuk, obstetrician-gynecologist at the Center for Reproductive Health, told socialbites.ca about what diseases and factors can contribute to infertility.
As the doctor stated, one of the causes of infertility may be the malfunction of the ovaries. For diagnosis, a study of hormonal levels is performed to exclude tubal obstruction or various diseases of the uterus.
“The functioning of the ovaries can also be affected by other organs and systems in your body. Diseases such as thyroid disease, diabetes, obesity, various genetic diseases or disorders,” Fisyuk added.
In addition, according to him, reproductive function can be affected by a deficiency of vitamins or microelements, chemical exposure, including bad habits, as well as exposure to radiation.
“Continuous exposure to stress and chronic depression directly affect reproductive function. Stress hormones suppress ovulation and egg production. “Sometimes, recommendations based on examination results are sufficient, sometimes treatment is sufficient, but if there is, the cause must be revealed and eliminated,” he said.
He also noted that the cause of infertility may be various anomalies in the development of genital organs.
“To identify and eliminate the exact cause of infertility, you need to consult an obstetrician-gynecologist and a reproductive specialist. At the gynecologist’s appointment, questions such as how the menstruation is going, whether there is pregnancy, previous diseases, and whether there is surgery should be answered. “Sometimes they ask about their first degree relatives,” said the doctor.
In conclusion, Fisyuk noted that it is necessary to come to the appointment as a couple, since the cause of infertility may also be the male factor.
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