Common Causes Of Female Infertility
Female infertility can be caused by a wide range of different health concerns, including:
- Ovulation disorders
- Abnormal FSH and LH secretion
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Luteal phase defect
- Premature ovarian failure
- Damage to fallopian tubes
- Inflammation of the fallopian tubes (salpingitis)
- Previous ectopic pregnancy
- Previous surgery in the abdomen or pelvis
- Endometriosis
- Cervical narrowing or blockage
- Uterine causes: Polyps, tumors (myomas), abnormal shape, fibroids (+ or -)
- Clotting disorders
- Excessive exercise
- Eating disorders
- Poor nutrition
- Obesity
- Pelvic infection
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- Tumor
- Celiac disease
- Age
- Smoking
- Cannabis
- Caffeine
- Alcohol intake
- Sexual history
- Environmental risks
Common Causes Of Male Infertility
Male infertility, conversely, is caused by a set of different factors, including:
- Varicocele
- Infection
- Retrograde ejaculation
- Lack of ejaculation
- Antibodies that attack sperm
- Cystic fibrosis
- Tumors
- Undescended testicles
- Hormone imbalances
- Sperm duct defects
- Chromosome defects
- Problems with sexual intercourse
- Celiac disease
- Certain medications
- Illegal drug
- Alcohol abuse
- Smoking
- Cannabis
- Emotional stress
- Vitamin deficiency (C, Se, Zn, folic acid)
- Obesity
- Age
- Environmental
Naturopathic Treatments For Fertility
If you’re struggling to conceive a child, Dr. JJ may be able to help.
Through his PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, Dr. JJ has studied a number of natural and pharmaceutical interventions in pregnancy, and as a result he has a keen understanding of the deficiencies which may lower your rate of conception and increase your risk of miscarriage.
Previously, Dr. JJ conducted research and did his PhD at the Motherisk Program for Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto.
Based on these qualifications, Dr. JJ is well suited to provide you with safe and effective treatments for fertility and pregnancy.
Find out more about the individual health concerns and treatments Dr. JJ can help you with below.
