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For most couples, infertility is defined as the unsuccessful attempts at conceiving, or the inability of the woman to get pregnant despite having unprotected sexual intercourse for an extended period of time. However, it is highly possible for couples to have a healthy sex life, regular menstrual cycles and generally enjoy a robust life but still suffer infertility.

For couples who are dealing with fertility problems, it is important to consult an infertility specialist to determine the possible cause of the problem. It is also equally important to be aware and be educated on the possible risk factors and symptoms of fertility.

General Health Factors

• Overweight - above normal body fat can cause an overload of estrogen and can throw off the natural reproductive cycle.

• Underweight – below normal body fat levels can completely shut down the reproductive process of the body.

• Hormonal Imbalance – diseases such as diabetes, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid disease can interfere with fertility.

• Medications – some pills and medications such as painkillers, antibiotics, antidepressants, and other drugs can temporarily cause infertility.

• Tobacco or alcohol – smoking and alcohol consumption can impair the body’s ability to conceive.

• Environmental hazards – a prolonged exposure to high temperatures, radiation and chemicals can significantly reduce the woman’s ability to conceive.

Fallopian Tube Disease

Fallopian tube diseases largely account to infertility cases treated toady. Blockage and scarring of the tube can be caused by sexually transmitted diseases (STD), surgeries, pelvic inflammatory.

• Pelvic pain, unusual vaginal discharge, and/or bleeding, with or without a fever
• An STD, such as gonorrhea, syphilis, or chlamydia
• Pelvic surgery for a ruptured appendix, ovarian cysts, or an ectopic pregnancy

The Male Factor

Contrary to the most common misconception, infertility is not a entirely a female body disorder. In fact, half of the diagnosed cases today show that infertility is largely attributed to the male partner. For most couples, this can be a very sensitive issue especially for men and should be dealt with professionally. Below are the possible causes of male infertility:

• sperm disorders – problems with the production and maturation of sperm.
• Endocrine and hormonal disorders
• Infectious disease disorders
• Environmental and lifestyle factors
• Genetic diseases