MEDIC8 HEALTH GUIDE: INFERTILITY

Becoming pregnant may sound relatively straightforward thing, but the reality can be somewhat different. There are many couples who are trying for a baby but, for what ever reason, are unable to conceive.

This inability to become pregnant is known as ‘infertility’.

Medical experts report that as many as 1 in 6 couples seek help for infertility problems. However, many of those couples report feelings of isolation, depression and frustration which are not always taken into account.

Infertility is a physiological problem but the emotional aspects cannot be underestimated. The stress of trying to conceive combined with pressures from family and friends however well meant can become unbearable. And in some cases it can even cause the relationship to break down.

So what is infertility? What are the causes of infertility? What is male infertility? What treatments are available? How successful is IVF? Are there any alternative remedies?

These are just some of the many questions people have about infertility.

This website is here to help you with any questions you may have about infertility. If you or your partner is currently experiencing problems with trying to conceive then we hope that our caring and sympathetic site will provide you with all the information you need. And that this information will help you make an informed decision about what course of action to take.

You may feel that you are on your own with this condition but there are many patient support/self-help groups across the UK who can provide much needed advice and guidance.

Visit our Further Help section to find details of the nearest support group in your area.

This website is structured into easy to use sections which are as jargon free as they can be. But, if jargon is used then an explanation is provided as well.

We have a detailed glossary which contains descriptions of the most commonly used medical terms. And, a list of FAQs which provide answers to the most popular questions asked about infertility.

Learn more about infertility…

This section looks at issues relating to infertility.

DONOR INSEMINATION

Donor insemination offers the hope of a pregnancy for some infertile couples. This article outlines the procedure and the legal issues related to it.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED IN ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY

This article explains the technical terms and jargon used during infertility treatment, and is a helpful guide for those undergoing or considering treatment.

INFERTILITY

Infertility is experienced by an estimated 10 percent of couples. This article looks at some of the causes and when to seek expert help.

IVF (IN VITRO FERTILISATION) AND GIFT (GAMETE INTRA FALLOPIAN TRANSFER)

IVF and GIFT offer hope of a genetic child to many infertile couples. This article outlines how the procedures are carried out, and their success rates.

MALE INFERTILITY

This article discusses the latest technology in treatment options for male infertility, including the Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection and donor insemination.

MALE INFERTILITY TREATMENT OPTIONS

The development of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injections (ICSI) has offered hope of a genetic child to infertile men. This article outlines this treatment and other options for infertile men.

MISCARRIAGE

A miscarriage is a distressing event for many couples. This article looks at why they occur and the theories behind recurrent miscarriage.

PREGNANCY TESTS

This article looks at the various types of pregnancy test, how they work, and their accuracy.

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