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03 Jan 09

Causes of Infertility

Infertility: Normal Menstrual Cycle and OvulationEvery woman recognizes menstruation, but few women are aware of when they ovulate. Signs of ovulation aren't difficult to notice, once a woman is aware of what to look for.Signs of Ovulation1. Cervical Mucus: Changes in response to pituitary and ovarian hormones. Cervical mucus will increase and have the consistency of raw egg white, will stretch as much as an inch between fingers.2. Increased Sexual Desire: Majority of women will have an increase in sexual desire when they are most fertile.3. Body Basal Temperature Changes: Will raise a few tenths of a degree and stay elevated after ovulation. This is caused by the increase in progesterone during and following ovulation.4. Changes in Cervical Position: The cervix will be higher, become softer and more open. These changes happen to make it easier for the male's sperm to penetrate and travel up into the uterus.5. Breast Tenderness: Some women experience breast tenderness prior to or just after ovulation this is a results of changes in hormones taking place.Awareness of the fertile periods allows a woman to be more in touch with her body. This knowledge provides women with control and power over her body and health care.Signs of InfertilityIrregular menstrual periods, lack of signs of ovulation may indicate fertility problems. Very light or extremely heavy and intense menstruation may also be an indicator of infertility. Evaluation by your health care provider can help in diagnosis of infertility.Other Factors Contributing to Infertility1. Impotence and ejaculatory problems with partner. Low sperm count and/or inhibited sperm mobility.2. Overweight or Underweight: Either excessively thin or grossly overweight can cause infertility problems.3. Three Successive Miscarriages: 10% to 20% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. Infertility is usually considered after having three successive miscarriages.4. Chronic Illness: You or your partner have diabetes, hyperthyroidism, taking antidepressants, thyroid medication, Tagam

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