Signs of infertility in women

If you are worried that you are one of the women with fertility problems, here are the signs of infertility and what can be done despite it.

How do you know if a woman is barren?

We know that some people have a hard time getting pregnant, or even developing. According to The Mayo Clinic, 10-15% of couples or partners in the US are infertile. In the Philippines, 1 in every 10 couples or partners has a problem with infertility or infertility, according to a survey conducted by the pharmaceutical group Merck Serono and Synovate on 100 families (Inquirer.net).

What is infertility?

There are many factors that cause infertility in women, although it is difficult to know, according to tests by The Mayo Clinic. There are also treatments for this, depending on the cause of infertility, and there are also couples who can still get pregnant without treatment, despite the earlier diagnosis that they have an infertility problem.

In women, there are several factors or causes or causes of not being pregnant, or having a pregnancy problem. Often it is related to another condition or problem in a woman's health. A woman is likely to be barren if one or more common symptoms are seen in the list below. If you are trying to conceive and have not had a positive result for more than a year, and you have one or more symptoms on this list, you should consult your OB GYN or a fertility specialist to address any health problems and help in successful pregnancy.

1. Irregular monthly visits or menstruation

The normal menstrual cycle is 28 days apart. Some are within 33 days, others are 31 days, and some are after 35 days. All of this is normal, as long as your monthly visits are the same, according to the medical journal of the Center of Reproductive Medicine-TX, USA.

But if the cycle changes, and it is not known when it will actually arrive, it may signal hormonal imbalance, or it may be polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It is a sign of infertility or infertility.

PCOS is a common health problem in women, caused by an imbalance in reproductive hormones. There is a problem with the ovary, so there is a barrier to development or conception. Due to this imbalance, the woman's menstrual cycle is abnormal, and this affects the release of the egg into the fallopian tube. With PCOS, a woman's menstrual cycle becomes irregular, causing infertility, as well as the presence of cysts in the ovary.

Some other physical symptoms of PCOS are having a lot of hair (on the body) but thin hair on the head, a lot of pimples, weight gain, darkening of the skin in some parts of the body, having skin tags or clitoris, due to high levels of androgens and insulin.

2. The body hurts when menstruation is strong

This is the type of menstrual cramp that a woman can barely stand in pain, and occurs during monthly visits. It can be a symptom of endometriosis, and prevent pregnancy.

3. Damage to the fallopian tube

There are problems with the fallopian tube — swelling, blockage, or damage or scarring that causes infertility.

One cause of damage to this tube is endometriosis. This occurs when tissue that is normally in the uterus comes out of other parts of the body. When this happens, or when surgery is attempted to remove it, there will be scarring and scarring, which will block the fallopian tube — and prevent the egg and sperm from coming together, or the egg will cling to the uterine wall. Endometriosis is also said to damage the egg and sperm itself.

It may also be due to sexually transmitted disease, pelvic inflammatory disease, or previous surgery due to ectopic pregnancy.

Its symptoms are: fatigue, lower back pain, severe menstruation and spotting between monthly cycles, painful urination, painful bowel movements, severe abdominal pain and pain during intercourse.

4. Do not have or do not have monthly menstruation

It is not uncommon for other women not to arrive once — a month that is skipped, sometimes a few days or even a week late. Sometimes because of too much stress or strenuous exercise, it happens. But if it has not arrived for a few months, you should consult your OB GYN or specialist.

5. Age and Premature Menopause

Nowadays, many couples and women wait longer before deciding to get pregnant. Sometimes at the age of 30 then getting married or having children. They said they wanted to be better prepared for this responsibility.

Although this belief is good and respected, the only setback is that women have what is called a ‘biological clock’, and we do not know when it will suddenly stop. Remember that as a woman ages, it becomes more difficult to conceive. The quality and quantity of female eggs also begin to decrease as they age.

The woman's fertility peak is in her 20s, according to The Mayo Clinic and doctors at Healthline Media. The probability begins to decrease (rapidly) at the age of 35, and by the age of 40, the decrease decreases by up to 5 percent, while egg production is also gradually disappearing. Some women also experience early menopause or menopause and depletion of the ovarian follicles before she reaches the age of 40.

Symptoms of premature menopause are: excessive or weak menstruation, irregular periods, hot flashes or feeling very hot, vaginal dryness, bladder sensitive so always urinate, dry skin, eyes or mouth, nausea in sex, unable to sleep.

Fertility treatments

Thanks to technology and the constant research of experts, many infertility treatments can be the solution to the above mentioned problems. You just need to be open and continue to consult the problems you are experiencing, or any concerns, with specialists and OB GYN.

According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, if it is difficult for a couple to get pregnant or have a partner after a year of unprotected sex, they can consult a fertility specialist, especially if the woman is 35 years of age or older.

Surgery and medication

It is no longer impossible to conceive even if the woman has endometriosis or PCOS. There is IVF, artificial insemination, egg donor and surrogate use, fallopian tube blockage treatment, tubal ligation reversal, fertility medication, reproductive surgery, tube cannulation and other fallopian tube procedures.

There are also medications or medications to induce ovulation. Surgery for PCOS called ovarian drilling is rarely performed and only for exceptional cases.

Some IVF clinics set an age limit, and only target women up to age 45, using their own eggs. Others accept up to the age of 50, if using donor eggs and surrogate.

Looking at health

It helps if a woman tries to lose weight, especially limiting calorie intake and simple sugars, eating more protein and fiber, and exercising regularly. Being overweight affects normal ovulation.

Regulation of hormones

If there is a problem with hormones, the doctor may recommend taking birth control pills with estrogen and progesterone, which help regulate hormones and the menstrual cycle.

There are times when the cause of a woman's infertility is unknown. Also the possibility of suddenly getting pregnant after a few years of not having children. However, the visit should not be delayed if you suspect infertility.

If you are planning a family or have decided to start a family, you need to look at the lifestyle and quality of health at this time. Avoid smoking (including secondhand smoking), as it damages the quality of the cervix and fallopian tubes, and increases the risk of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. It also supposedly makes the ovary older and reduces healthy eggs. Stop smoking when starting fertility treatment.

Also in drinking alcohol. There is nothing wrong with social drinking or drinking alcohol only on occasion, as long as there are not many.

Above all, avoid “stress.” When a couple has psychological stress, it affects their pregnancy, as well as infertility treatment, rest, and avoid worrying too much about things that will not be given immediately. of solution.