HD FS 428 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Acupuncture, Sperm Donation, Varicocele
25 Sep 2016
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Infertility inability to conceive after 1 year of protected intercourse under age of 35: in women over 35, the time frame is 6 months. In about 80% of infertile couples, the cause of infertility is due to an ovulation issue, blockage of the fallopian tubes, or a sperm problem. In about 20% it is unknown why the infertility is occurring. In 1/3 of cases, the issue is something to do with the male partner, in 1/3 of cases it is the female partner and in 1/3 of cases it is both. Evaluating female infertility: factors that can indicate issues. Pelvic infections or surgeries: issues that can cause infertility. Other medical conditions: once a woman is diagnosed with infertility, the overall likelihood for successful treatment is about 50, whether treatment is successful depends on. How long she has had fertility issues.
