Patient's question:
What are the factors or causes of infertility? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Factors of Infertility: The first step in treating infertility is to identify the underlying causes. Most cases of infertility can be traced to specific causes. The main causes of infertility are primarily four: blocked fallopian tubes, ovulation disorders, uterine developmental abnormalities, and immunological infertility. Among these, blocked fallopian tubes are the most common, followed by ovulation disorders and uterine developmental abnormalities. As long as the cause can be identified, subsequent treatment can be targeted effectively.Medical Advice: According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), liver qi stagnation and impaired qi flow can lead to blood stasis, resulting in irregular or absent menstruation in women who do not ovulate, and even infertility. Due to phlegm-dampness obstruction and impaired ascending-descending functions, patients may experience dizziness, palpitations, chest tightness, nausea, and vomiting. Spleen deficiency with dampness accumulation causes abdominal distension, while damp-heat accumulation in the lower body manifests as excessive, thick, and sticky leukorrhea. A white, greasy, and slippery tongue coating is also indicative of phlegm-dampness retention.
Treatment should focus on soothing the liver, regulating qi, resolving phlegm, and eliminating dampness. By harmonizing qi and blood, ovulation is likely to occur naturally.