Female Infertility

female infertilityIt is the situation where a woman cannot become pregnant for a year despite having regular and unprotected sexual intercourse. After the age of 35, this period decreases to 6 months.

Causes of female infertility:

• Ovulation problems: Failure of eggs to mature regularly or blockage of ovulatory ducts is one of the most common causes of infertility.
• Uterine problems: Uterine problems such as intrauterine adhesions, fibroids or polyps may prevent pregnancy from occurring.
• Fallopian tubes problems: Blockage or damage to the fallopian tubes can prevent sperm from reaching the egg.
• Age: As women age, fertility decreases.
• Endometriosis: Another cause of infertility is the growth of endometrium tissue, which covers the inner tissue of the uterus, outside the uterus.
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): It is a disease characterized by the formation of many small cysts in the ovaries and hormone imbalance.
• Excess weight or underweight: Excess weight or underweight may also be among the causes of infertility.
• Smoking and alcohol use: Smoking and alcohol use negatively affect fertility.
• Stress: Stress can also be one of the causes of infertility.

Female infertility treatment:

• Ovulation medications: It is used to ensure regular maturation of eggs.
• IUI (intrauterine insemination): It is the process of placing washed sperm directly into the uterus.
• IVF (ivf): It is the process of fertilizing eggs and sperm in a laboratory environment and transferring the resulting embryos to the uterus.
• Surgical intervention: Surgical intervention may be necessary in cases such as blocked fallopian tubes or uterine problems.

Female infertility tests:

• Ovulation test: It is used to determine whether ovulation has occurred.
• Hormone test: It is used to control hormonal imbalances.
• Ultrasound: It is used to obtain information about the ovaries and uterus.
• Hysterosalpingography (HSG): It is used to determine whether the fallopian tubes are open.
• Laparoscopy: It is used to examine the uterus and fallopian tubes by making small incisions in the abdominal area.

Infertility and women:

Infertility is a problem that affects many women. This condition can negatively affect a woman's mental and emotional state. It is important for women undergoing infertility treatment to get support and know that they are not alone.