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What is the difference between primary and secondary infertility?
What is the difference between primary and secondary infertility?
Primary infertility is when someone who has never conceived has difficulty conceiving, while secondary infertility is when someone who has had one or more babies has difficulty conceiving again.
What are some common causes of infertility in women?
What are some common causes of infertility in women?
Common causes of infertility in women include problems with ovulation, birth defects, fibroids, and blocked fallopian tubes.
What are some common causes of infertility in men?
What are some common causes of infertility in men?
Common causes of infertility in men include problems with sperm production, blocked reproductive tracts, malformed or inactive sperm.
What factors affect the type of treatment used for infertility?
What factors affect the type of treatment used for infertility?
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What are some alternative fertility treatments that can be effective?
What are some alternative fertility treatments that can be effective?
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Study Notes
- Infertility is when a couple can't conceive despite regular unprotected sex.
- Primary infertility is when someone who has never conceived has difficulty conceiving.
- Secondary infertility is when someone who has had one or more babies has difficulty conceiving again.
- Women's infertility is usually caused by problems with ovulation, birth defects, fibroids, and blocked fallopian tubes.
- Men's infertility is usually caused by problems with sperm production, blocked reproductive tracts, malformed or inactive sperm.
- Treatment depends on the cause, duration of infertility, age, and personal preferences.
- Medical treatment may involve fertility medication, medical devices, surgery, or a combination of these.
- Injectable fertility drugs increase the chance of multiple births.
- In vitro fertilization may be suggested if conservative treatments fail.
- Alternative fertility treatments can also be effective.
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Are you struggling to conceive or curious about the causes and treatments of infertility? Test your knowledge with our quiz! From primary and secondary infertility to the factors that affect men and women, this quiz covers it all. Learn about medical treatments like fertility medication and surgery, as well as alternative options. Get ready to expand your knowledge on this important topic and understand the options available to you.