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Causes of Sterility Disease

This article explains the diverse causes of infertility, from uterine abnormalities to ovulation disorders, impacting family planning decisions.

  • 25 Oct 2024
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Imagine one morning, you find yourself puzzled by an unexpected health concern disrupting your life. Just as you might feel alarmed by a sudden rash or an unknown growth in your body, understanding the signs of sterility or infertility can be just as baffling and unsettling. But fear not! We're here to explain the causes of infertility.

What Are The Causes of Sterility Disease?

Infertility is not just a single problem but a result of various factors affecting either partner. Let's find out the main reasons for infertility.

  • Uterine or Cervical Abnormalities:

    Having problems with the cervix or uterus, such as genetic problems, polyps, or fibroids, can stop the egg from implanting properly or raise the risk of miscarriage.
  • Ovulation Disorders:

    Disorders are a common reason why eggs don't come out of the ovaries normally. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome that causes periods to be unpredictable and the body to make too many hormones is one of the main causes. Hypothalamic dysfunction messes up the cues sent by the pituitary gland and stops ovulation. The ovaries stop working before one turns 40 when one has premature ovarian failure.
  • Primary Ovarian Insufficiency:

    This condition happens when the ovaries don't make enough reproductive hormones, which lowers the number of available eggs. This could be because of your genes or an inflammatory disease.
  • Endometriosis:

    This sickness happens when tissue that looks like the lining of the uterus grows outside of it, usually on other reproductive organs in the pelvic area. It can cause scarring in tissues and make it difficult to become pregnant.
  • Damage to or Blockage of the Fallopian Tubes:

    This is usually caused by pelvic inflammatory disease, but it can also be caused by STDs like chlamydia or gonorrhoea for women. When tubes are damaged, the egg can't meet the sperm, and the baby can't get to the uterus.
  • Cancer Treatment:

    Some types of cancer that affect the reproductive system can make it very hard to get pregnant. Chemotherapy and radiation can also hurt pregnancy by hurting the ovaries or other reproductive parts.
  • Pelvic Adhesions:

    Scar tissue from past surgeries or infections can connect organs, bend the fallopian tubes, and make it harder for them to work.

Conclusion

To find the right way forward, it is important to get to the bottom of the problem of infertility. You can also plan your family better with health insurance plan when you find the causes.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your general physician or another certified medical professional for any questions regarding a medical condition. Relying on any information provided in this blog is solely at your own risk, and ICICI Lombard is not responsible for any effects or consequences resulting from the use of the information shared.

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