Infertility

What is Infertility?

Infertility is defined as the inability of a couple to conceive after one year of unprotected sex. It affects as many as 1 in 6 couples or 10% to 15% of reproductive-age couples. The monthly conception rate of couples at peak fertility is 20% to 25%. 60% of couples conceive within 6 months, 80% within 12 months, and 90% within 18 months.

Why is infertility on the rise?

The prevalence of infertility is on the rise as women are postponing childbearing for social, economic, professional, or psychological reasons. Stress, smoking, alcohol, toxic chemicals and drug exposure, and nutritional deficiencies or excesses can all negatively affect fertility.

What are the causes of infertility?

One-Third of infertility cases can be attributed to male factors.  One-Third of infertility cases can be attributed to female factors.  One-Third of infertility cases are caused by a combination of factors in both partners.

Treatment is individualized for each patient after assessing them thoroughly in terms of history, examination, and the previous treatment taken. Unnecessary investigations and unindicated procedures are avoided.