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| Facts about Infertility |
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It's a myth that infertility is always a "woman's problem". Half of all cases of infertility result from problems with the man's reproductive system. |
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Of couples that seek medical treatment for infertility, 20% conceive before the treatment actually begins. One reason may be that anxiety about infertility may have contributed to the fertility problem, so contacting a doctor and counselling helps. |
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| Fifty percent of infertile couples conceive within two years from starting treatment. |
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| Most infertility results from physical problems in a man or woman's reproductive system. |
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| What causes infertility? |
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Male factors |
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Ovulatory disorders - Oligo Ovulation / Anovulation |
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Tubal factors - injury / blockage / adhesions |
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Cervical and immunological factors |
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Uterine factors |
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Reduced ovarian reserve in the woman |
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Unexplained factors - where no cause is identifiable |
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Serious systemic illnesses |
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| Prevalence of infertility in men and women |
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| Male factors: 25-40 % |
| Both male & female factors: 10% |
| Female factors: 40-50 % |
| Unexplained: 10 % |
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| Yes, I want to experience the miracle. |
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