Infertility

Subfertility

reduced level of fertility characterized by unusually long time for conception

Primary Subfertility

there have been no previous conceptions

Secondary Subfertility

previous pregnancies occurred; however, couple is not able to presently conceive

Infertility

term used to describe the inability to conceive a child or sustain a pregnancy to birth. have not yet pregnant for at least one year of unprotected sex

Sterility

inability to produce offspring

Semen Analysis

Ovulation Monitoring

Tubal Patency

Assessments for Subfertility

Adoption

Alternative Insemination

In Vitro Fertilization

Alternative methods of having a children

18-45 yrs old

Ages fertility assessment should be done

1 year of subfertility .

If a woman is younger than 35 years of age, it is usually suggested she have an evaluation after

6 months

If a woman is older than 35 years of age, it is usually suggested she have an evaluation after

male-superior position

best position for coitus to achieve conception because it places sperm closest to the cervical opening.

Elevating a woman's hips to a small pillow

woman should remain on her back with knees drawn up at least 20 minutes after ejaculation

Don't use douching or lubrication after intercourse

Eat a diet high in slowly digested carbohydrates, low in saturated fats and moderate in protein.

Increasing chances of Fertilization

Rubella titer

Advanced testing for women - a serologic test for syphilis

Disturbance in spermatogenesis

Inadequate production of FSH and LH in the pituitary

Obstruction in the seminiferous tubules, ducts or vessels

Development of autoimmunity which immobilizes sperm

Problems for ejaculation or deposition

Chronic or excessive exposure to X-rays or radioactive to substances, general ill health, poor diet and stress all of which may interfere sperm production

Factors that causes male subfertility

20 million/mL or 50 million/ejaculation.

Normal sperm count