Secondary infertility is when a woman cannot get pregnant, but the spouses already have children. Such a diagnosis is made if it is not possible to conceive a child during a year of regular sex life. An important role for the setting of secondary infertility is played by a history of natural conception.
Secondary infertility requires a comprehensive examination, after which the doctor prescribes competent treatment.
Secondary infertility: what are the causes?
In fact, there are many reasons for this pathology, and in some cases there may be several of them at once.
Causes of secondary infertility in women:
- Age (35 years and over).
- Infectious and inflammatory diseases of the reproductive system.
- Gynecological diseases.
- Frequent stress, neurosis, depression.
In men, secondary infertility can be caused by:
- sexually transmitted diseases;
- obstruction of the vas deferens;
- bad habits;
- stress
These are far from all the reasons, but only the most basic.
Secondary infertility: diagnosis
To identify this pathology, a woman needs to undergo a complete examination. It includes:
- consultation and examination by a gynecologist.
- laboratory examination (analyzes).
- ultrasound of the pelvic organs.
And in some cases, an additional diagnostic laparoscopy, an analysis for antisperm antibodies, etc. are prescribed.
To confirm the diagnosis of secondary infertility, a man needs:
- be examined by a urologist or andrologist;
- make spermogram and tests for STIs.
How and where to treat secondary infertility?
Treatment of secondary infertility is possible only after identifying specific causes. It could be:
- Conservative therapy. If an infection is detected, or the hormonal factor of infertility is established.
- Surgical treatment. If the patient has obstruction of the fallopian tubes, benign tumors, endometriosis.
- Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) – artificial insemination, IVF, ICSI.
It should be noted that ART, as a rule, is used in case it was not possible to establish the cause of secondary infertility or when conservative treatment does not give the desired results.
Infertility treatment is best carried out in modern medical institutions that have the ability to perform comprehensive examinations and apply assisted reproductive technologies. This will give a chance to have a baby even for couples whose infertility is incurable.
“LITA” is one of the leading reproductive medicine clinics in Ukraine, which treats all forms of infertility. The best equipment, first-class specialists with extensive clinical experience and much more are all that ensures high efficiency of the treatment.
Remember that secondary infertility can be overcome in a short time by contacting professionals!