Infertility - What Can Be The Possible Reasons Behind It?

It might be a common belief that fertility is a woman's problem, but this is very far from the truth. Fertility problems bother both men and women. Of all the infertility cases reported every year, about 35% concern the womenfolk. But, don't be surprised hearing the fact that an equal percentage of the cases are related to men as well. 20% of the cases are because of a problem in both the partners and 10 percent accrue due to unknown causes.

You have to understand, that infertility is not a psychological disorder. It is a physical condition of your reproductive system which can be treated with medications. 50% of the women respond to infertility treatments with a successful pregnancy. So while being patient can de-stress you and ease your apprehensions, it cannot treat your infertility problems.

Abnormal sperm production in men can stem from many factors such as undescended testicles (testicles which fail to move to the scrotum), health problems including diabetes and infections such as mumps. Overexposure to pesticides, radiations, smoke and alcohol can also induce infertility in both men and women. Primary ovarian insufficiency is a condition where the ovaries stop working and the menstrual cycle ends before women turn 40.

Though there is no evidence to prove the statement true, research shows that women who underwent stress reduction courses enhanced their chances of pregnancy through IVF (In vitro fertilization). Though women become pregnant under all sorts of stressful conditions, doctors advise patients to work less and avoid stressful jobs while they are trying to conceive.