Homeopathic treatment for Infertility of Females and Males.

The Inability of a couple to achieve and continue a pregnancy to full term after 1 year (or 6 months if a women is 35 yrs and above) in spite of unprotected and regular sexual intercourse.

TYPES OF INFERTILITY

1) PRIMARY INFERTILITY: It refers to couples who have not been able to conceive at all.

2) SECONDARY INFERTILITY: It refers to the couples who have had at least one successful conception in the past, may or may not have attended full term

CAUSES OF PRIMARY INFERTILITY

Female: Age more than 35 yrs, Psychological factors like Vaginismus, Dyspareunia (painful intercourse), Hormonal imbalance- Pcos, luteal phase defects, endometriosis. Blocked fallopian tubes, hydrosalpinx, ovarian /endocrine causes primary or secondary amenorrhea, pof – premature ovarian failure, congenital defects or causes by the birth of ovaries like ovarian agenesis etc. Other causes include cervical infections and stenosis, vaginal infections.

Male –Impotence, Azoospermia, Obstructive Azoospermia , sperm abnormalities - oligospermia, teratozoospermia, Asthenoospermia. Occupational and Lifestyle disorders and Stress

CAUSES OF SECONDARY INFERTILITY

Secondary infertility can be traced to either partner or both partners. About one-third of cases originate in women and about one-third originate in men. In the remaining one-third, the cause is due to a combination of factors or is unknown factors. To list few of them are increased age, complications from a prior pregnancy or surgery, increased weight, medications, sexually transmitted diseases, impaired sperm production, alcohol abuse, and smoking are all examples of secondary infertility in both women and men.

Infertility can be a devastating disease with a high emotional toll on individuals and couples. If infertility treatments fail, couples might suffer from a range of emotions, including anger, sadness, grief, guilt, and loneliness. They might experience a lack of empathy from family members and friends, who may tell them they should be thankful to have one child. Unfortunately, even healthcare providers can lack sympathy, which adds to a feeling of isolation.

HOMEOPATHY TREATMENT IN PRIMARY and SECONDARY INFERTILITY

Symptoms of Infertility

The inability to conceive is the most common sign of infertility. There may be no further symptoms at all. A woman with infertility may experience irregular or nonexistent menstrual cycles. In rare situations, males suffering from infertility may exhibit indicators of hormone imbalance, such as changes in hair growth or sexual function.

When to see a doctor

When to seek help can depend on your age:

· Up to age 35, most of the doctors recommend trying to get pregnant for at least a year before testing or treatment.

· If you're between 35 and 40, you should discuss or concerns with your doctor after six months of trying.

· If you're older than 40, your doctor might suggest testing or treatment right away.

If you or your spouse has had previous reproductive difficulties, or if you have a history of irregular or painful periods, pelvic inflammatory disease, multiple miscarriages, cancer treatment, or endometriosis, your doctor may want to start testing or therapy right immediately.