Secondary Infertility, Exposed: Difficulty Conceiving the Second Time Around
huangyan Aug 03, 2023
Causes of Secondary Infertility
Secondary infertility can be caused by the male or female partner. The likely causes span a wide spectrum, of which some are given below.
Female Triggers
Fallopian tube impairment
Ovulation dysfunction
Endometriosis
Uterine abnormalities
Complications from a previous pregnancy
Effects of a prior surgery
Advanced reproductive age
Male Triggers
Low sperm production
Compromised sperm function
Inadequate sperm delivery
Treating Secondary Infertility
Secondary infertility is a blanket term used to suggest a couple's inability to have a second pregnancy despite having conceived and carried a baby to term in the past. For women below 35, the ideal interval to wait before considering fertility treatment is one year; for women over 35, the equivalent window is six months. There is no single treatment plan that can address the plethora of underlying conditions associated with secondary infertility. Every couple is different and the condition can be overcome with a customised treatment plan.
IVF promised greater odds than other methods.
Coping With Secondary Infertility
The key to coping with secondary infertility is to open communication channels with those that are close to you. Lean on your partner and open your heart to them about how you feel. Knowing you're in this together can lend strength to your bond and prepare you both for medical intervention. Turn to close family and friends to help you navigate your headspace. There are myriad online support groups for secondary infertility that you can also draw inspiration from. For professional guidance, it is a good idea to meet a counsellor who can help you on the path to conception.
If you've been struggling with secondary infertility, meet a fertility specialist on IFC. Our experienced team of fertility experts crafts unique treatment plans in line with a couple's combined medical history, profile and expectations.
Come, find your second chance on IFC.
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