Signs of Infertility
Signs of Infertility
Infertility can be a difficult obstacle for a couple to overcome, and can pertain to both men and women. If you and your partner have been trying to conceive for 6 months or longer and have been unsuccessful, this could be a sign of infertility. Below we take a closer look at just a few of
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Menstrual Cycle Irregularity
If your cycle is unpredictable and irregular this could be a sign of infertility. If your cycles are shorter or longer than usual and are less than 24 days or more than 35 days, this should be discussed with your doctor. This could be a red flag that there are ovulation problems. Heavy bleeding during your menstrual cycle can also be a sign of infertility. If your bleeding is very light or extremely heavy, and you have severe menstrual cramping you should notify your doctor. In addition, inform your doctor of any significant changes in terms of length, color, and heaviness of bleeding, as these can also be signs of infertility.
Weight
Being too thin or excessively overweight can be signs of infertility. During pregnancy the fetus needs to be properly nursed and if the hip region is too circumscribed this becomes difficult. Being overweight can lead to infertility as obesity makes it difficult to maintain the correct hormonal balance. Poor diet and too much exercise can also
Previous Pregnancies
The ability to become pregnant is not associated with infertility, but previous pregnancies that were unsuccessful can be a sign of infertility. Recurring miscarriages can lead to infertility, though it is not diagnosed until usually the third miscarriage. Women who have had complications while having an abortion performed can experience signs of infertility, so it is important to disclose your history of both to your physician.
Medical Issues
Diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a history of cancer can lead to infertility. Sexually Transmitted Diseases can also be a sign of infertility. Diseases such as gonorrhea and Chlamydia can block the fallopian tubes. Women who have had tubal litigation reversal may experience signs of infertility. Other signs of infertility include adrenal disease, Kallmann syndrome, and hypopituitarism.
Infertility in men is harder to diagnose than a woman. In most cases, men will be checked for infertility before women. Low sperm count can be a sign of infertility, and a sperm analysis will be performed to determine the actual sperm count. Sexual dysfunction can also lead to infertility. Testicular torsion, undescended testicles, and varicocele are signs of infertility. Other signs of infertility are hypertension, diabetic neuropathy, and vasectomies that have been reversed. Liver disease, sickle cell anemia, kidney disease, and mumps. Cystic fibrosis, Polycystic kidney disease, and Varicocele are medical conditions that can also lead to infertility. Testicular Overheating can occur due to saunas, and lowers sperm count and injures the testicles, so it is recommended to avoid hot tubs while trying to conceive. Other signs of infertility are caused by smoking cigarettes, alcohol consumption, and drug abuse, which can lower sperm count.
