Evaluation of the Infertile Couple

The World Health Organization defines infertility as the failure to conceive despite regular and unprotected sexual intercourse for 1 year. Infertility, which can be seen in both partners, is also known as sterility among the public. Infertility is seen in 10-20 out of every 100 couples. Advancing age is a factor that increases the risk of infertility. While in 1 out of 3 couples with infertility, this situation is caused by the infertility problem in the man; in 1 out of 3 couples, the infertility problem is seen in the woman. Infertility can also be present in both couples. Infertility, which can occur in women and men for different reasons, is treated according to gender.

What are the Causes of Infertility?

Evaluation of Infertile Couples  

Infertility, commonly known as sterility, is the situation where couples are unable to have children despite regular and unprotected sexual intercourse. According to the World Health Organization’s definition of infertility, in order to be considered infertile, the couple must have been trying to have a child for 12 months. This period is reduced to 6 months for people over the age of 35. However, if the patient has a previously known ovarian reserve deficiency, there is no need to wait 12 months for those under the age of 35. Infertility can occur for many different reasons such as age, genetic diseases, ovarian cysts, and low sperm quality in men. In order to determine the factors causing infertility and to develop a treatment specific to the couple accordingly, the infertile couple must be evaluated by a specialist physician.

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What is Infertility?

Infertility is defined as the failure of a couple who want to have a child and have had regular unprotected sexual intercourse for 1 year to conceive. Also known as sterility, infertility can occur due to problems seen in both the man and the woman in a couple. While infertility is seen in the man in 1/3 of infertile couples, it is seen in the woman in 1/3. The remaining 1/3 are cases where infertility causes are seen in both the man and the woman or infertility with an undetermined cause.

In infertility treatment, determining the causes of the problem allows the treatment process to be planned accordingly. By medically evaluating the woman and the man separately, the cause of the infertility seen in the couple can be revealed. In this way, the necessary treatment plan can be created for the couple and infertile couples can be enabled to have a baby. You can contact our clinic for   infertility diagnosis and treatment; You can make an appointment with  .

How is an Infertile Woman Evaluated?

Infertility in women can occur for many different reasons. The main factors that cause infertility in women are;

• Ovarian reserves are low due to genetic reasons, surgery or age,
• Obstruction, adhesion or damage in the fallopian tubes between the uterus and the ovaries,
• Irregular ovulation and menstrual periods,
• Irregularity in hormonal balance,
• Ovarian cysts,
• Polycystic ovary syndrome,
• Having fibroids in the uterus,
• Endometriosis,
• Chronic diseases such as diabetes and thyroid,
• Vaginal infections,
• Malnutrition; use of harmful substances such as alcohol and cigarettes,
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As can be seen, the factors that can lead to infertility in women are quite broad. Therefore, when evaluating infertility in women, both the woman’s general health status and her reproductive system should be examined.

Routine gynecological examination is used to detect uterine anomalies, cysts, polyps and myomas that may lead to infertility. In addition, ultrasound, hysterosalpingography and, if necessary, hysteroscopy can be used to perform imaging. In patients suspected of having poor ovarian reserve, measurements are made using a number of tests. Antral follicle count, AMH and FSH hormone tests are methods used to measure ovarian reserve.

How to Evaluate an Infertile Man?

Infertility in men usually occurs due to problems in sperm production processes. These problems, which make sperm insufficient in number and quality, can make it impossible for the egg to be fertilized. The main factors that cause infertility in men are;

• Azoospermia, which means there is no sperm in the semen.
• Lack of sufficient quantity and quality sperm production,
• Varicocele occurs due to the expansion of the veins leading to the testicles.
• Blockage in the sperm ducts,
• Morphological disorders seen in sperm; shape disorders,
• Sexual dysfunctions such as erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation,
• Anatomical problems such as undescended testicles,
• Hormonal disorders,
• Chronic diseases such as diabetes and thyroid,
• Immune system problems,
• Alcohol, cigarettes and drug use.

In cases where male infertility is observed, the patient’s general health status and reproductive system must be examined to determine the cause of infertility. The patient’s sperm quality and density are examined with the semen analysis to be applied. The sperm sample taken from the man is analyzed in a laboratory environment to determine any existing problems. If a problem with sperm quality that may cause infertility is detected as a result of the analysis, the patient is directed to the most appropriate treatment method.

  Infertility Treatment Prices

Infertility can occur in both women and men due to many different reasons. Therefore, before a treatment plan is made, the infertile couple must be evaluated in detail. As a result of this evaluation, the most appropriate treatment options for the couple are created. Therefore, the treatment plan and treatment prices may vary from patient to patient. You can contact our clinic to get detailed information about   infertility treatment prices and make an appointment.