The first and foremost symptom of
infertility
is the inability or disability to conceive
and become pregnant. Unfortunately this rude reality
does not come to light till the couple gets frustrated
after incessant attempts to make it happen and then
encounters defeat. Also, an array of social and
emotional stress for childlessness gets written large on
their faces that anyone can read. However, the social
scenario that used to depict a happy family in the form
of a husband wife and a child has somehow, over the
year’s undergone drastic changes. At least in the eyes
of the Western world today, a happy couple need not
necessarily include a child.
Nevertheless, both eastern as well
the occidental world admits the necessity of a progeny
for furtherance of the human race and security during
life’s afternoon hours and therefore, seeks the company
of children. And that’s precisely why fertility clinics
have mushroomed all over the world at an unbelievably
fast rate in their endeavor to provide children to
childless couples. The reason for their proliferation is
also because of the fact that infertility seems to be
rising globally. In fact now, medical experts say that 1
in every 6 couples are having problems.
What
are the various causes and symptoms of
infertility?
Coming
back to our theme, symptoms of infertility varies
between the male and the female. While those for the
male are comparatively easier to detect, female symptoms
of infertility could be a complex issue. However, the
commonest form of female infertility symptom relates to her
irregular menstrual cycle. A normal period length varies
between 25 and 35 days with the average length being 28
days. When a woman’s period greatly differs from this,
it is a signal that her fertility is being compromised.
Experiencing irregular cycles once in a blue moon may be
ignored, but consistent pattern of irregular cycles
indicate problems with her reproductive system. For
instance, if a woman is experiencing short periods, this
can be a symptom of a luteal phase defect. This flaw can
often arise on account of a number of interrelated
factors, one of them being low level of progesterone
which again can cause miscarriage.
Long cycles on the other hand, can
mean fewer opportunities for conception in a given year.
Insulin resistance can also be implicated with lengthy
menstrual cycles signaling underlying metabolic anomaly
while very infrequent cycles (9 or less over a year) is
indicative of polycystic ovarian syndrome which prevents
conception. Unusually heavy bleeding due to the impact
of excess estrogen also indicates hormonal imbalance
which has profound negative effect on the reproductive
system.
Abrupt gain in bodyweight could be
another symptom of infertility in both makes and females
for the simple reason that this abnormality has been
caused due to hormonal imbalance which again triggers
infertility. Conversely, lack of nutrition in very thin
women can also disturb the hormonal balance, making her
infertile.
Symptoms
of infertility
in men suffering from andropause can be easily
identified with the following external as well as
internal features.
- Excessive
wrinkling and drying of the
skin
- Excessive
and abnormal loss of hair
- Body
fat gain, especially in the abdominal
area
- Hot
flushes, frequent sweating
- Decreased
libido
- Nervousness,
irritability and anxiety
neurosis
- Fatigue
- Unaccountable
depression
However, these symptoms will go
away if the person is treated for infertility according
to the holistic principle which may include total change
of lifestyle. There are conventional treatments of
course such as IVF and ICSI
,
but the fact is that the success rate is low (about 33%)
and also, there are many side effects too which arise
due to the increased hormones in the body from the
injections to get more eggs for artificial reproduction
techniques. Holistic remedies on the other hand analyzes
what the real reason is and then suggests Chinese
medications, acupuncture, exercise, lifestyle changes
and other means to resolve the issue. And thus, the symptoms of
infertility and infertility itself can be best
resolved with the holistic
approach.
