Patient's question:
Female, 41 years old, she has always wanted to have a little baby early after getting married to her husband, but there was no good news for a long time. A few days ago, she went for a check-up and found that she had infertility. She felt as if the sky was falling down. Please ask: What are the more common factors of infertility?Doctor's answer:
Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can be caused by several factors. Common etiologies include female fallopian tube blockage, cervical and uterine inflammation, ovulation disorders, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), among others. In males, factors such as endocrine abnormalities, oligospermia, asthenozoospermia, and teratozoospermia may be involved.If the fallopian tubes are blocked due to PID or endometriosis, their patency may be reduced. Regarding ovarian function factors, if ovulation does not occur, it can be stabilized through the use of Chinese and Western medical treatments. For conditions like PCOS, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can be used to regulate the body, combined with ovulation induction protocols to restore normal menstrual cycles. Hormone replacement therapy may also be considered, or acupuncture can be employed to help follicles release properly.
Once infertility is confirmed, it is essential to identify the underlying causes and seek treatment from a professional physician.