Common Infertility Issues Diagnosed
Ovulatory
Dysfunction
A problem with the ovary where the egg is not matured or released
properly. Many things can cause ovulatory dysfunction including,
Hypothalamic Hypogonadism, Polycystic Ovarian Disease,
Hyperandrogenism, Hyperprolactinemia, Hyperthyroidism, Luteal Phase
Defect, and Premature Ovarian Failure.
Endometriosis
Uterine lining tissue found outside the uterus, often inside the peritoneal
cavity on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, bowels and
bladder. It is a major cause of infertility. Treatments include laser surgery by Laparoscope, and medical
management.
Recurrent Miscarriages
Any woman who has had three or more first trimester pregnancy losses.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
(PCOS)
The formation of cysts in the ovaries that occurs when the follicle
stops developing. This is due to a hormonal
imbalance in the ovary.
Congenital Pelvic
Abnormalities
Some patients may be born with structural birth defects of the vagina or
uterus. Some of these defects can be easily corrected with minor
surgery prior to achieving pregnancy.
Menstrual
Disturbances
Any menstrual bleeding pattern that does not follow the typical twenty
eight day cycle. This can include frequent
bleeding occurring more often than twenty eight days, bleeding less
frequent than twenty eight days, or no menstrual bleeding at
all.