When a couple is having difficulty conceiving a child, infertility is an issue that might require treatment for the man, woman, or both for them to produce a pregnancy. The skilled team at Advanced OB-GYN Services diagnoses and treats infertility, allowing couples to achieve their dream of having a baby. They will explain the causes of this frustrating condition and determine the best course of treatment . 

Infertility: Origins & Solutions 

Causes 

Infertility in women usually is the result of ovulation disorders, including polycystic ovarian syndrome, premature ovarian failure, and abnormally high levels of the hormone prolactin. An overactive or underactive thyroid gland and chronic conditions like AIDS and cancer also can cause fertility challenges in women. Uterine or fallopian tube diseases like endometriosis and fibroids as well as pelvic surgery also can affect a woman’s chance of getting pregnant. 

Men also may have trouble conceiving with a partner. This can be attributed to a low sperm count, lack of sperm in their semen, or insufficient sperm mobility. Ejaculation disorders, overheated testicles, genetic abnormalities, cystic fibrosis, testicular cancer, and testicular surgery also might cause infertility in men. 

Infertility Treatments 

There is hope for men and women diagnosed with fertility challenges. Treatment might be as simple as more frequent sexual intercourse, but other methods of addressing infertility will vary in complexity depending on the patient and their condition. For men, treatment options include behavior changes, medication, and surgical procedures.

Infertility treatments for women include medications, injections, and surgical procedures. There also are assisted conception methods like intrauterine insemination, in vitro fertilization, and intracytoplasmic sperm injection. Women who use injectable fertility drugs have a higher risk of twins, triplets, or an even greater multiple pregnancy, so it’s important to discuss the possibility with a doctor before treatment. 

If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, your local obstetrics expert can help. For infertility services in the St. Louis area, turn to Dr. Joseph Hazan and his skilled staff at Advanced OB-GYN Services. Call (636) 928-1800 for their St. Peters office or (314) 291-2140 for their Bridgeton office. To learn more about Dr. Hazan, visit their website.