7 THINGS TO DO IN CASE OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION, AND HOW IT CAN BE CURED

7 THINGS TO DO IN CASE OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION, AND HOW IT CAN BE CURED
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How could having difficulty getting or maintaining erections be a blessing? It is not because Erectile Dysfunction (ED) allows men to develop their emotional sides or think about sex less. It is because ED can be a warning sign of more serious and even life threatening problems on the horizon --problems that could be averted if the warning signs are heeded.

Several studies have shown that men with ED have a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular disease - heart attacks and strokes. In fact, many of the causes of ED are also risk factors for atherosclerosis; the condition in which fatty plaque builds up in blood vessels, causing restricted blood flow.

For a man to achieve and maintain an erection, several things must happen. He must be sexually stimulated. Whatever the trigger of stimulation, a message is sent by the nervous system to the blood vessels of the penis to let more blood into the tissues of the penis and less blood out. For this to happen, the vessel that fills up the penile tissues (the penile artery) must respond to the nerve stimulation, dilate and have good flow with minimal blockages. Chemicals also get triggered in the penis that prevent the blood from easily flowing out, so that the tissues can stay filled with blood and engorge.

In ED, the problem may be anywhere in this chain of events. Sometimes the stimulation is the difficult part due to depression, stress or even low testosterone causing a lack of libido. Sometimes the nerves are not functioning normally, as in poorly controlled diabetes, after trauma or surgery or because of some medications. But many times all this functions normally, and a man can feel desire and a sense of stimulation, however the erection just doesn't arise because the blood flow is restricted.

Causes of ED

• Depression / low libido

• Stress

• Performance Anxiety

• Medications

• Trauma

• Neurologic (stroke, back injury, post prostate surgery)

• Low Testosterone

• VASCULAR


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This last category, vascular, is one of the most common causes of ED. The penile artery, like arteries around the heart and leading to the brain, can become blocked with plaque from atherosclerosis. If this happens in an artery leading to the heart, the result is a heart attack. If this happens in an artery leading to the brain, the result is a TIA or stroke. When atherosclerosis affects the penile artery, erections don't happen.

The key point here is that the same things that cause blockages in the arteries to the heart and brain cause blockages in the penile artery. But, because the penile artery is smaller than these other arteries, the first symptoms of such blockages may be felt in the penis. So, the earliest sign of this process of atherosclerosis may be ED. This doesn't mean that only the penile artery is affected, it means that is the first place the disease of atherosclerosis may be presenting itself.

Most men with ED keep it to themselves. They may feel embarrassed or frustrated or angry, but they most likely will either convince themselves it is temporary (as their partner will certainly reassure them it is) or go online and order some Viagra. And Viagra (or Cialis or Levitra) will help for a while. These drugs may help to open the arteries a little, but their main function is in a different part of the vascular process that allows for erection (the corpus cavernosa). As long as the blockage to blood flow in the artery is only partial, these drugs will help. But, if atherosclerosis is not addressed, it will progress and eventually block so much flow that even these drugs won't help to achieve or maintain erections.

Here is where the blessing comes in. That man experiencing ED is getting a wake-up call, because the same disease of atherosclerosis that may be causing the ED would also be present in the rest of the body. So, symptoms of erectile dysfunction can be an important warning sign for the man suffering from ED to see his health care provider not only for a prescription for Viagra, but for a full assessment of his cardiovascular health.


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What to do if you have Erectile Dysfunction

1 - See your doctor

ED may be a sign of a larger disease of atherosclerosis. Your doctor should test you for things that can be contributing factors such as those listed here.

2 - Have your blood sugar checked

High blood sugar, or Diabetes, is a large risk factor for atherosclerosis and also damages the nerves, causing a double whammy effect on erections. If your blood sugar is high, it can be treated with diet, oral medications or insulin.

3 - Have your blood pressure checked

High blood pressure is often asymptomatic, but still causes damage to blood vessels making them more likely to be clogged with plaque.

4 - Find out if you are overweight

Being overweight is a common risk for atherosclerosis. Even without such hardening of the arteries, studies have shown that losing weight directly improves erectile function.

5 - Have your cholesterol checked

High cholesterol is a key risk factor for building up fatty plaque in the arteries, including the penile artery. Your total cholesterol as well as LDL, HDL and Triglycerides should all be checked if you have ED. If your LDL or Triglycerides are high or your HDL is low, treating these with diet, exercise, supplements and/or medications could reverse some of the plaque build up and improve symptoms of ED.

6 - Have your Testosterone checked

Low Testosterone is another cause of ED, separate from the atherosclerosis cause discussed here. But low T can and should be treated , thereby improving ED.

7 - Ask your doctor about other tests for cardiovascular health

Doppler ultrasounds of the carotid arteries, CRP and homocysteine levels are all important (albeit controversial) measures of cardiovascular disease risk. I would argue that if you have ED that is not caused by neurologic problems or low Testosterone, you are at higher risk of cardiovascular disease and warrant having these tests done.

Now we come to the preventive side of things. If many men with ED have the problem because of atherosclerosis, then many men can avoid ED by preventing atherosclerosis from developing. One study following 570 men for 25 years found that those who smoked, had high cholesterol or were overweight were more likely to develop erectile dysfunction over time. So, in addition to regular sex being a good way to prevent the development of ED, paying attention to risks for cardiovascular disease also can lower your chance of developing erection problems.

Men without ED should know that, if they want to maintain their ability to have strong erections, they should live the same healthy lifestyle that helps to avoid cardiovascular disease in general - avoiding smoking, exercising regularly, watching cholesterol and fat intake and keeping blood pressure in the normal range. This will keep blood flowing everywhere it is needed.

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13 CAUSES OF MALE AND FEMALE INFERTILITY, INCLUDING TREATMENT OPTIONS

13 CAUSES OF MALE AND FEMALE INFERTILITY, INCLUDING TREATMENT OPTIONS


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Married couples are driven by the desire to have a baby.While some are successful soon after marriage, it takes a few years in others' cases.Such couples feel depressed and try all sorts of home remedies to become pregnant.Almost always, the method followed by them is strikingly similar.

First, they go for self-medication, seek advice from friends regarding exercises and copulation techniques, and try the so-called sex-stimulating herbal medicines.They even visit soothsayers and quacks in the hope of having a child.Finally, when everything fails, they reconcile to their fate, withdraw into thier shells and live as total strangers under the same roof.

Infertility is not a problem that starts only after mariage.Its causes are varied and it is important to realise that good health is the result of several years of healthy eating and healthy living.Some factors are in the hands of the individual, others need more complex understanding and evaluation.With newer research more understanding is developing into the causes of infertility.

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Causes Of Infertility In Men:

1.Any current medical illness.

2.Medical history (mumps, sexually transmitted diseases).

3.Surgical history (operations on testes, inguinal hernia repair).

4.Occupation (exposure to excessive heat, toxins).

5.Drugs (chemotherapy).

6.Smoking, alcohol indigestion.

7.Erectile or ejaculatory difficulties.

Causes Of Infertility In Women:

Age is an important factor in female sub-fertility.Increasing age reduces fertility in women and also the likelihood of successful treatment.Even in a younger woman, a depleted ovarian reserve will reduce natural fertility.

1.Gynaecological conditions-ovulation failure-oligomenorrhoea or amenorrhoea, tubal damage, cervical mucous defects, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, etc.

2.Coital infrequency and poor timing.

3.Menstrual irregularities.

4.Pelvic infection(current or past).

5.Current medical illness like Tuberculosis.

6.Smoking, alcohol indigestion.


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It is important to consider natural outcomes in pregnancy.Within a year of marriage if the couple are having regular intercourse, 90% of the women should become pregnant.This figure rises to 95% after a 2 year period.No fertility treatment should be started during this period, as the delay in pregnancy is by chance, since these couples have low normal fertility thaninfertility.Thus 5-10% of couples will seek medical advice for delay in achieving pregnancy.

These couples, without further delay, should be investigated and referred to a specialist early.It is vital that investigations are planned bearing in mind that 15% of couples have multiple causes of infertility.It is wiser to do complete investigation in the beginning than to start treatment on the first abnormal result.

If a woman is over 35 years,there is a substantial fall in the chance of success with fertility treatment.A woman of 35 years with an older partner would have a 20% chance of conceiving in any month.Compare this to a woman in 19-26 years of age who has a 50% chance of conceiving.

Indications For An Early Referral To A Specialist Infertility Clinic:

1.Duration of infertility more than 3 years.

2.Woman's age more than 38 years.

3.FSH more than 10 IU/I in early menstrual phase.

4.Low and abnormal sperm count according to World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines for sperm examination.

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Some Solutions:

A. Intrauterine Insemination:

Intrauterine Insemination(IUI) may be used to overcome potential problems like thickening of female cervical mucus, premature ejaculation, impotence or anatomical abnormalities.This enables the sperm to be inserted directly into the cervix via the vagina.IUI is only suitable for women with healthy Fallopian Tubes.It involves placing a specially prepared sample of sperm into the uterus at the optimum time in the cycle.To increase the chances of pregnancy, the female partner is given fertility drugs.The treatment is monitored by regular Ultrasound scan's to prevent multiple pregnancies.

B.In Vitro Fertilisation:

There are times when it is difficult for the sperm and egg to meet in the fallopian tube and the normal processes of fertilisation cannot take place in the body.In vitro fertilisation(IVF)offers an opportunity to avoid such problems by allowing fertilisation to occur outside the body in a glass dish(culture dish).Upto 3 of any resultant embryos can be replaced in the womb.Appropriate IVF can be done with donated eggs, sperm or embryos.

C.Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection:

Patients who are unlikely to achieve fertilisation with conventional IVF can be treated with micro-manipulation of the egg and sperm.The technique used is called intracytoplasmic sperm injection(ICSI).ICSI involves injecting a single sperm into the egg, using a very fine needleICSI may be appropriate where the male partner has very few sperm or where the sperm have poor or no motility.

With the progress in medical science, a wide number of treatment options are available, with huge success rates.Thus it is advisable that couples visit specialist infertility clinics at the earliest

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For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.

For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,

Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,

Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos

Postcode: 100265

Nigeria.  

TEL:

08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455

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The contents, blogs and postings provided in this site are offered strictly for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, medical nor financial advice on any matter. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, and if you have any questions regarding the contents please contact us.

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What is Artificial Insemination?

What is Artificial Insemination?


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All About intravaginal, intracervical, and intratubal Insemination

Most simply, insemination means the placement of sperm in a woman’s reproductive tract, with the aim to cause pregnancy. Insemination needs to take place during the woman’s most fertile time, about 24 to 48 hours before ovulation is expected.

Usually, when people talk about artificial insemination, they are referring to IUI, or intrauterine insemination. IUI is a fertility treatment that involves taking specially washed semen, and transferring the semen into the woman’s uterus using a special syringe.

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All About IUI Treatment

While IUI is the most common, and most successful, form of artificial insemination, there are other methods of transferring sperm to a woman’s reproductive system.

Intravaginal Insemination (IVI)

Intravaginal insemination (IVI) is the simplest kind of insemination, and involves the placement of sperm into the woman’s vagina. Ideally, the sperm should be placed as close to the cervix as possible. This method of insemination may be used when using donor sperm, and when there are no problems with the woman’s fertility.

Because success rates are lower than IUI, this form of insemination isn’t common, but is more common with “home insemination” treatments. (Home insemination may be used by lesbian couples, wanting to get pregnant using purchased donor sperm or sperm provided by a friend.)

Intracervical Insemination (ICI)

With intracervical insemination (ICI), the sperm is placed directly inside the cervix, using a needless syringe. The sperm does not need to be washed, as with IUI, because the semen is not being directly placed inside the uterus. However, it may be pre-washed to increase the chances of success.

Intracervical insemination is more common than IVI, but less common than IUI. It may be used if a couple wants to save money on the treatment procedure, as ICI is less expensive than IUI, especially if the semen is not pre-washed. However, success rates for ICI are low.

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Intratubal Insemination (ITI)

Intratubal insemination involves the placement of pre-washed sperm directly into the woman’s fallopian tube. The sperm may be transferred to the tubes through a special catheter that goes through the cervix, up through the uterus, and into the fallopian tubes. The other method of intratubal insemination involves laparoscopic surgery.

Unfortunately, intratubal insemination has been associated with greater risk for infection and trauma, and there’s a debate on whether it’s more effective than regular IUI. Because of its invasive nature, higher expense, and uncertain success rate, it’s rarely performed and is the least common form of artificial insemination.

 What is IUI?


IUI, or intrauterine insemination, is a relatively simple infertility treatment, where a small tube is used to place specially washed sperm directly into the uterus. You may know of IUI by the more commonly used term artificial insemination (AI). IUI and AI are one and the same fertility treatment.

When considering fertility treatments above and beyond fertility drug use, IUI may be the first tried. It’s easier to do than assisted reproductive technologies, like IVF, and costs much less. According to a survey done by RESOLVE, the average IUI fertility treatment costs $895 (compared to $8,000 to $15,000 for IVF).

When is IUI used?

IUI may be used in some cases of male factor infertility, like low sperm counts or if a sperm donor is being used. IUI may also be used if the woman’s cervical mucus is less than ideal. Also, in cases of unexplained infertility, IUI may be tried if Clomid (clomiphene citrate) alone doesn’t help.

IUI may also be used if a couple would like to avoid the higher cost of IVF treatment. Even though IUI is less effective per cycle than IVF, a couple may be able to afford more attempts with IUI.

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How does IUI work?

As mentioned above, IUI is pretty simple. While fertility drugs are not always used during IUI, most doctors choose to use an ovulation drug like Clomid to increase the chances of success.

Whether or not you’re using fertility drugs, you’ll probably be asked to use an ovulation predictor kit at home during the cycle that treatment is planned for. Once you detect the LH surge (the hormone that is highest right before ovulation and detected by ovulation kits), you’ll need to call your doctor.

Assuming you’re not using a sperm donor, your partner will be given instructions for sperm collection (sometimes it’s done in the office; sometimes it can be done at home.) The doctor will then “wash” the collected sperm, and then, using a thin tube, the doctor will place the sperm directly into your uterus via the cervix.

Treatment is typically painless, with maybe a little cramping. It is performed in the doctor’s office, and the procedure can be done by a nurse or a doctor.

How successful is IUI?

In a review of studies on IUI and unexplained infertility, just 4% of women got pregnant per cycle without fertility drugs, and 8% to 17% got pregnant when fertility drugs and IUI were combined.

Though IVF success rates per cycle are much higher, IUI is significantly less expensive, and a much easier procedure. If IVF is out of your price range, multiple IUI cycles might be the better choice, depending on the cause of infertility. Speak to your doctor to understand all your options and risks.


Sources: By Rachel Gurevich, About.com Guide
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For further informations , FREE CONSULTANCY and COUNSELLING , Contact JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria, offer comprehensive infertility screening tests for both couples like Transvaginal Scan for uterine and ovarian functions,Ovulation/follicular tracking, HSG to evaluate the fallopian tubes, blood tests for hormone check, semen analysis etc. We also offer a simple assisted reproductive procedure like INTRAUTERINE INSEMINATION [IUI].

For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.

For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,

Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,

Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos

Postcode: 100265

Nigeria.  

TEL:

08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455

EMAIL:

joasmedicaldiagnostix@yahoo.com

joasmedicaldiagnostix@gmail.com

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The contents, blogs and postings provided in this site are offered strictly for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, medical nor financial advice on any matter. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, and if you have any questions regarding the contents please contact us.

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17 WAYS YOUR CHANCES OF CONCEIVING CAN BE REDUCED AND HOW YOU CAN OVERCOME THEM

17 WAYS YOUR CHANCES OF CONCEIVING CAN BE REDUCED AND HOW YOU CAN OVERCOME THEM



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Trying to conceive can be one of the most frustrating times in a couple’s life. There’s nothing as difficult as constantly watching, waiting and hoping that you’re pregnant, only to be disappointed when your monthly cycle rolls around. But are you aware that you could be sabotaging your attempts to get pregnant without even knowing it? Check out the following conception-blockers to find out how you can improve your chances of becoming pregnant.

[1]Alcohol, Nicotine, Marijuana and Other Drugs – Okay, seriously, you already know this one. Nicotine and many other recreational and over-the-counter drugs can significantly decrease your fertility, while alcohol affects the hormone levels that control menstruation and ovulation. If you can go cold turkey on these addictions, that’s great – otherwise, seek professional help from a therapist or group to help wean yourself off them slowly.

[2]Tight Trousers – Yes, it’s true. Ladies, if your man is constantly wearing tight pants or tight underwear, the excess heat generated could lead to reduced sperm count or decreased sperm viability. If you’re having trouble conceiving, your partner’s tight pants could very well be to blame. Invest in some looser-fitting pants and encourage your man to get a healthy breeze going down there.

[3]Over-Exercising – While some exercise is important for maintaining optimal health and improving your chances of conceiving, too much can wreak havoc on your body’s reproductive system. You’ve probably heard of professional athletes whose body fat percentage is so low that they’re no longer able to maintain a regular menstrual cycle. Even if you’re not to that extreme, you may still experience some experience some fluctuations in your reproductive hormones if you push yourself too hard.

[4]Your Weight – Unfortunately, weight extremes affect your inability to get pregnant, whether you’re significantly over- or under-weight. Carrying excess body weight affects your reproductive hormones, making it more difficult to conceive. On the other hand, dieting to extreme will also wreak havoc on your body. Women need to have at least 22% body fat for normal menstruation and fertility – if you have less body fat than that, your chances of conceiving go down for each percentage of body fat lost.

[5]Douching – No matter what your mother may have told you, douching is an absolute no-go if you’re trying to conceive. Although it might make you feel fresher, douching changes the natural pH balance of your vagina into a more acidic environment, making it a more hostile environment for both your egg and your partner’s sperm.

[6]Medications – Of course, if you’ve been on oral contraceptives for years, it may take some time to get them out of your system before you’re able to conceive. However, you may not be aware that some prescription medications also have an adverse impact on your reproductive system. If you’ve been trying to get pregnant for some time and feel like you’re doing everything else right, talk to your doctor about the prescription medications you’re taking. Your doctor may be able to recommend an alternative treatment or medication that isn’t known to affect fertility.

[7]Know thy cycle -The more you know about your menstrual cycle, the easier it will be for you to pinpoint your most fertile days. You may find it useful to start keeping a menstrual calendar, noting the day on which your period starts, the day when it ends, any pre-ovulatory symptoms you notice, and so on; and to learn how to monitor your three key fertility signals: the quantity and quality of your cervical mucus (you're most fertile when your mucus is abundant and egg white in texture), the position and feel of your cervix (it's located high in the vagina and is soft and fleshy during your most fertile days) and fluctuations in your basal body temperature (your temperature will jump once ovulation has occurred).


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[8]Make love on the right days -This may sound like a no-brainer, but mistimed babymaking can wreak havoc on your plans to conceive. You're at your most fertile during the five days leading up to and the 12 hours following ovulation. If you miss this window of opportunity, it's game over for another month.

[9]Have unbelievably great sex -This is one part of the babymaking prescription you won't mind filling! While it may sound too good to be true, there seems to be some hard science to back up this bit of advice. Researchers have found that a suction effect is created when the female partner achieves orgasm, something that causes the cervix to draw sperm into the vagina more efficiently. Since this can help to transport sperm from the highly acidic vaginal environment as quickly as possible, it may help to ensure the survival of the maximum number of sperm.

[10]Don't get too much of a good thing -Not only can attempting to make love each day during your most fertile period be physically and mentally draining: it doesn't do much to increase your odds of conceiving. And if your partner has a marginal sperm count, your doctor is likely to recommend an "every other day" babymaking regime anyway.

[11]Create a sperm-friendly vaginal environment -Avoid vaginal sprays, scented tampons and artificial lubricants, all of which may interfere with your babymaking plans.

[12]Don't hop out of bed right away- While it's not necessary to elevate your bottom with pillows or go to other extreme measures to give the sperm a head start, it's a good idea to remain in a horizontal position for at least five minutes after you've finished making love. After all, gravity is a pretty formidable adversary for sperm.

Remember that conception is a number's game. You can do everything "right," but still not manage to conceive the first time around. Studies have shown that it takes normal, fertile couples an average of six months to conceive, and most doctors consider anything up to one year to be well within the range of normal.

[13]Understand fertility- A woman is born with all the eggs she will ever have in her lifetime and must be ovulating in order to conceive. A man has the ability to regenerate sperm and normally has the ability to fertilize an egg at any time.

[14]Remain health conscious- A bad diet, being overweight, underweight, smoking and drinking can all contribute to fertility issues. Maintain an exercise program to keep your body balanced and in good health.

[15]Maintain a balanced diet- Choose fruits, vegetables and lean meats. Increase your daily folate intake through red meats, spinach and orange juice or add a pre-natal vitamin to your daily routine. Keep your caffeine intake, such as tea, coffee, cola and chocolate under control.

[16]Know your cycle- Most women are on a 28-day cycle, some may be longer and others may be shorter. On a 28-day cycle, ovulation should occur around the 14th day before the start of menstruation.

[17]Check your cervical mucous- Observe changes in cervical mucous as it is one of the best clues of ovulation. Lack of cervical mucous is an indication that conception is not likely. Once you are close to ovulation it becomes thicker and increases in volume. When you are most fertile, the mucous should resemble egg white and be thin and stretchy.



If you’ve been trying to get pregnant for more than six months and haven’t yet conceived, it may be time to talk to your doctor . He or she will be able to conduct fertility tests to determine whether or not you’ll be able to conceive and what alternative options you have to a natural conception.

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For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.

For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,

Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,

Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos

Postcode: 100265

Nigeria.  

TEL:

08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455

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joasmedicaldiagnostix@gmail.com

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WHAT ARE YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING PREGNANT AFTER 35 OR 40?

WHAT ARE YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING PREGNANT AFTER 35 OR 40?

By Rachel Gurevich

Getting pregnant after 40 is possible without fertility treatment, but your chances of having trouble conceiving are higher.
Of woman ages 40 to 44, 29% will experience infertility. You can compare this to woman in their early 20s, of which 7% experience infertility, or women in their early 30s, who experience infertility 15% of the time.
Your chances of conceiving in any given month are also lower once you pass the big 4-0. While a 30 year old has about a 20% chance of getting pregnant each month, a 40 year old only has a 5% chance per month. This means that even for those that will get pregnant, it may take longer.

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Another factor working against women in their 40s who want to get pregnant is the higher rate of miscarriage. About 34% of pregnancies end in miscarriage for women ages 40 to 44, and 53% of pregnancies end in miscarriage for women after age 45.

Of course, you could try to look at this from the other side – even though 34% of pregnancies end in miscarriage for women in their early 40s, the majority of pregnancies do not.

While it’s best not to put off trying to get pregnant until you are 40s, if you’re already there and wondering if it’s still possible for you, you should know it may still be.

Getting pregnant after 35 may be more difficult than at age 25, but it’s not necessarily impossible. What are your chances for getting pregnant after age 35? Why is it more difficult than in your 20s and early 30s, and why do doctors recommend seeking help getting pregnant sooner than later if you’re past age 35?

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Fertility and Age

If you follow the news, you've no doubt seen the myriad of features focusing on women waiting until after age 35 to have children and having trouble getting pregnant. But not everyone has trouble getting pregnant after age 35. You may know of families who got pregnant quickly in their late 30s, or even early 40s. However, statistically speaking, your chances of getting pregnant after age 35 are lower.

Fertility peaks in most women in the 20s, and gradually begins to decline in the late 20s. At around age 35, fertility starts to decline at a much more rapid pace. For example, in any given month, your chances of getting pregnant at age 30 are about 20%. At age 40, your chance of getting pregnant in any given month is just 5%.

Why Fertility Declines

Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have. While we are born with over a million eggs, by puberty just 300,000 are left. From this huge number of eggs, only 300 will ever become mature and be released in the process known as ovulation.

Way before menopause begins, our bodies' reproductive capabilities slow down, becoming less effective at producing mature, healthy eggs. As you age and come closer to menopause, your ovaries respond less well to the hormones that are responsible for helping the eggs ovulate.

This natural decline of fertility happens in the healthiest of women, though bad health habits, like smoking, have been shown to speed up the decline of fertility.

Increased Risk of Birth Defects and Miscarriage

Besides the ovaries being less likely to produce mature eggs for ovulation, age also increases the chances of genetic problems.

This is the reason for the increased risk of Down Syndrome babies in women over age 35. At age 25, 1 in 1,250 women will give birth to a child with Down Syndrome. At age 30, it’s a 1 in 952 risk, and by age 35, the chance is 1 in 378.

The risk for miscarriage also rises with age. About 10% of pregnancies end in miscarriage for women in their early 20s. By the early 30s, 12% of women experience miscarriages. After age 35, 18% of pregnancies will end in miscarriage. And in the early 40s, 34% of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Fertility Treatment Success Rates After Age 35

Some couples may think that fertility treatment like IVF can help beat the decline of fertility that comes with age. However, this isn’t accurate.

According to statistics collected by the Center for Disease Control, the percentage of live births from IVF procedures using the mother’s eggs decreases with age. At age 31, the percentage of live births after IVF treatment was about 38%. By age 39, the percentage of live births was lower, around 22%. After age 43, the percentage of live births drops to less than 10%.

One way around this is by using an egg donor. Even though IVF success was less than 10% at age 40 using the mother’s own eggs, women who used an egg donor (from a much younger woman) at age 40 had a success rate of about 45%. That’s an even better rate than women using their own eggs in their early 30s.

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Bottom Line on Fertility After Age 35

Whether we like it or not, fertility in women begins to slowly decline in the late 20s, beginning a more rapid decline around age 35. Besides the decreased chance of getting pregnant, women after age 35 have an increased risk of miscarriage. Fertility treatment success also decreases with age, specifically if the couple uses the woman’s eggs (as opposed to donor eggs).

Despite these grim statistics, not everyone will have trouble getting pregnant after 35. However, if you are having trouble, and you’re older than 35, you shouldn't try on your own for longer than six months. The sooner you get help, the better your chances of treatment success.

Seeking Help in Your 40s

Because infertility is more likely after 40, and because with every year that passes your chances are lower, it’s important you seek help as soon as possible if you experience trouble conceiving. If after six months you’re still not pregnant, it’s time for an evaluation.

Also, if you have any symptoms or risk factors for infertility, then you should speak to your doctor before you even start trying.

Fertility Treatments Less Successful After 40

Another reason to see a doctor as soon as possible is that fertility treatments are less effective for women over 40. For example, IUI treatment success rates are as low as 5% for women in their 40s.

IVF treatment has slight better success rates – 15% per cycle – but that’s still not as good as it is for younger women. This rate quickly falls as the years go by as well. For women age 43, the percentage of live births per IVF cycle is just 6.2% according to the most recent statistics, and only a little more than 1% after age 44.

For some women, egg donation will give them the best chances for success after 40. Success rates for IVF with egg donation has 40 to 45% success rate per treatment cycle, regardless of age.



Culled from........ http://infertility.about.com/od/tryingtoconceive101/f/getting_pregnant_forty.htm


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For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.

For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,

Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,

Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos

Postcode: 100265

Nigeria.  

TEL:

08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455

EMAIL:

joasmedicaldiagnostix@yahoo.com

joasmedicaldiagnostix@gmail.com

DISCLAIMER

The contents, blogs and postings provided in this site are offered strictly for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, medical nor financial advice on any matter. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, and if you have any questions regarding the contents please contact us.

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This site may contain links to other internet sites, we are not responsible for the privacy, practices nor the content of such sites, nor their relationships

17 CAUSES OF UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY, HOW IT AFFECT YOU AND TREATMENT OPTIONS

17 CAUSES OF UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY, HOW IT AFFECT YOU AND TREATMENT OPTIONS

Definition of unexplained infertility

Infertility cases in which the standard infertility testing has not found a cause for the failure to conceive. Unexplained infertility is also referred to as idiopathic infertility. Another way to explain it is the "doctors can't figure it out" group.

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What is standard infertility testing?

The definition of what "standard testing" consists of is not agreed upon by all experts. Medical studies have reported that 0-26% of infertile couples have unexplained infertility. The most commonly reported figures are between 10-20% of infertile couples. However, those percentages are from studies in which all the women had laparoscopy surgery to investigate the pelvic cavity for pelvic scarring and endometriosis. Laparoscopy surgery is no longer done as part of the routine fertility workup. Therefore, we are not finding all of the causes of infertility that we used to - leaving more couples in the unexplained category.


•The current rate of unexplained infertility is probably about 50% for couples with a female partner under age 35 and about 80% by age 40 (see discussion below about female age issues).

•In reality, there are probably hundreds of "causes" of infertility. What this means is that there are a lot of things that have to happen perfectly in order to conceive and have a baby.

As an overly simplified example of the science involved:

•The hormones that stimulate egg development must be made in the brain and pituitary and be released properly

•The egg must be of sufficient quality and be chromosomally normal

•The egg must develop to maturity

•The brain must release a sufficient surge of the LH hormone to stimulate final maturation of the egg

•The follicle (eggs develop in structures called follicles in the ovaries) must rupture and release the follicular fluid and the egg

•The tube must "pick up" the egg

•The sperm must survive their brief visit in the vagina, enter the cervical mucous, swim to the fallopian tube and "find" the egg

•The sperm must be able to get through the cumulus cells around the egg and bind the shell (zona pellucida) of the egg

•The sperm must undergo a biochemical reaction and release their DNA package (23 chromosomes) into the egg

•The fertilized egg must be able to divide

•The early embryo must continue to divide and develop normally

•After 3 days, the tube should have transported the embryo down into the uterus

•The embryo must continue to develop and expand into a blastocyst

•The blastocyst must hatch out of its shell

•The endometrial lining of the uterus must be properly developed and receptive

•The hatched blastocyst must attach to the endometrial lining and "implant"

•Many more miracles in early embryonic and fetal development must then follow...

A weak link anywhere in this chain will cause failure to conceive

The above list is very oversimplified, but the point is made. There are literally hundreds of molecular and biochemical events that have to happen perfectly in order to have a pregnancy develop. The standard tests for infertility barely scratch the surface and are really only looking for obvious factors, such as blocked tubes, abnormal sperm counts, ovulation problems, etc. These tests do not address the molecular issues at all. That is still for the future.


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Unexplained infertility and female age

The likelihood of a diagnosis of unexplained infertility is increased substantially in women 35 and over - and greatly increased in women over 38. The reason for this is that there are more likely to be egg quantity and quality problems as women age. Since we do not have a "standard category" called egg factor infertility, these couples sometimes get lumped in to the "unexplained" infertility category. Most women over 40 who try to get pregnant will have difficulty, and fertility over age 44 is rare - even in women who are ovulating regularly every month. The point is that the older the female partner, the more likely that there is an egg related issue causing the fertility problem. Unfortunately, there is currently no specific test for "egg quality".

Mild endometriosis

Some experts would also consider infertility associated with mild endometriosis to be in the "unexplained" category. This is because a cause and effect relationship has not been definitely established between mild endometriosis and fertility problems.

Chance for getting pregnant on own - without fertility treatment - for couples with unexplained infertility

The duration of infertility is important. The longer the infertility, the less likely the couple is to conceive on their own. After 5 years of infertility, a couple with unexplained infertility has less than a 10% chance for success on their own.

One study showed that for couples with unexplained infertility and over 3 years of trying on their own, the cumulative pregnancy rate after 24 months of attempting conception without any treatment was 28%. This number was found to be reduced by 10% for each year that the female is over 31.

(Reference: Collins, JA and Rowe, TC. Fertility and Sterility 1989;52:15-20.)


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Treatment options for unexplained infertility



Ovarian stimulation and/or intrauterine insemination, IUI

Intrauterine insemination vs. timed intercourse (sometimes called sex, or BD, baby dance) - no medications involved

This has been studied and there is an increased chance for pregnancy with IUI for unexplained infertility as compared to timed intercourse. However, intercourse should be more fun than IUI - and should be cheaper too.

Clomid and timed intercourse for unexplained infertility

3-6 months of treatment with Clomid pills (clomiphene citrate) might improve fertility by as much as 2 times as compared to no treatment. This is a very low level infertility treatment. Infertility specialists do not usually recommend Clomid treatment( without insemination) for unexplained infertility for women over the age of about 35. Most fertility specialists do not use it (without IUI) on any couples with unexplained infertility. If a woman is already having regular periods and ovulating one egg every month, giving Clomid, which will probably stimulate the ovaries to release 2 or 3 eggs per month (instead of one) is not really fixing anything that is broken - and is not likely to be successful.

Clomid plus insemination, IUI for unexplained infertility

Treatment with Clomid tablets plus IUI improves fertility rates. For unexplained infertility, studies have shown that for women under 35, monthly success rates for Clomid plus insemination are about 10% per cycle. This pregnancy rate holds up for about 3 tries and the success rate is considerably lower after that. More about success rates with IUIs is on the insemination page and on the Clomid for unexplained infertility page. The insemination component boosts fertility more than the Clomid does - but success rates are higher when both are used together.

Letrozole or Femara is another oral medication that is sometimes used to stimulate development of multiple follicles during infertility treatment

Injectable gonadotropins (shots of FSH hormone) plus intrauterine insemination, IUI

Several studies showed improved pregnancy success rates with injectable FSH plus IUI treatment as compared to no treatment.

Injectable gonadotropins plus intercourse

This is less extensively studied. It is not yet known whether the ovarian stimulation and the insemination have independent beneficial effects or whether their beneficial effects are only seen when they are used in combination. Most likely they both independently increase fertility potential, with relatively more fertility benefit coming from the IUI component.

Assisted reproductive technologies and IVF as treatment for unexplained infertility

In vitro fertilization (IVF) has high success in young women with normal ovarian reserve testing and unexplained infertility. Most couples with unexplained infertility with a female partner under age 40 will try about 3 artificial inseminations and if not pregnant - do IVF.

Culled from........http://www.advancedfertility.com/unexplai.htm

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For accurate assessment of your fertility situation, contact us at JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX, Ikotun Lagos Nigeria.

For FREE Consultation and FREE Counseling. Also for Quality and Accurate Medical Diagnostic Tests Contact

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX

JOAS MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIX-------WE ARE AN ULTRAMODERN MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER. WE ARE EXPERTS IN ULTRASOUND SCAN SERVICES, 3D/4D COLOUR DOPPLER SCAN SERVICES, X-RAY/RADIOLOGY SERVICES, ECG SERVICES, INFERTILITY SERVICES, HSG SERVICES, LABORATORY SERVICES,BLOOD BANKING SERVICES , DNA SERVICES, AND HEALTH CONSULTANCY/COUNSELLING SERVICES.

We are located at

JOAS HOUSE, 2, Okesuna Street,

Opposite The Synagogue Church Busstop,

Bolorunpelu, Ikotun, Lagos

Postcode: 100265

Nigeria.  

TEL:

08032509975,
08184590752,
08058166504,
08064981455

EMAIL:

joasmedicaldiagnostix@yahoo.com

joasmedicaldiagnostix@gmail.com

DISCLAIMER

The contents, blogs and postings provided in this site are offered strictly for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, medical nor financial advice on any matter. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, and if you have any questions regarding the contents please contact us.

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