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Age-Related Infertility

Age-Related Infertility

Age-related infertility is a common issue as fertility naturally declines with age, particularly for women. This decline can make it more challenging to conceive and carry a pregnancy to term. However, it isn’t a matter to be disheartened, as MMC IVF offers you the best clinical assistance. 

Causes of Age-Related Infertility

  • Decreased Ovarian Reserve:

    • The quantity and quality of a woman's eggs diminish with age.

  • Hormonal Changes:

    • Changes in hormone levels can affect ovulation and the menstrual cycle.

  • Increased Risk of Miscarriage:

    • Older eggs have a higher likelihood of chromosomal abnormalities.

  • Health Conditions:

    • Age-related health issues such as fibroids, endometriosis, and others can impact fertility.

Symptoms of Age-Related Infertility

  • Difficulty conceiving after six months of regular, unprotected intercourse (for women over 35).

  • Irregular menstrual cycles.

  • Miscarriages or pregnancy loss.

  • No identifiable fertility issues after standard evaluations.

Diagnosis of Age-Related Infertility

  • Comprehensive Medical History and Physical Exam:

    • Detailed evaluation of medical and reproductive history.

  • Ovarian Reserve Testing:

    • Blood tests measuring Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH), Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), and Estradiol levels.

  • Ultrasound:

    • Antral Follicle Count to assess the number of remaining eggs.

  • Hormone Testing:

    • Checking levels of reproductive hormones such as LH, prolactin, and thyroid hormones.

  • Semen Analysis:

    • Evaluating male partner's sperm count, motility, and morphology.

Treatment Options for Age-Related Infertility

  • Lifestyle Modifications:

    • Maintaining a healthy weight, balanced diet, and reducing stress.

  • Medications:

    • Fertility drugs to stimulate ovulation and improve egg quality.

  • Intrauterine Insemination (IUI):

    • Placing sperm directly into the uterus increases the chances of fertilization.

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF):

    • Combining eggs and sperm outside the body and implanting the resulting embryo into the uterus.

  • Egg Donation:

    • Using donor eggs from younger women increases the chances of a successful pregnancy.

  • Advanced Techniques:

    • Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) to select the healthiest embryos.

    • Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) to improve fertilization rates during IVF.

Talk to Our Expert

Age-related infertility can be treated with a comprehensive evaluation and targeted treatment strategies, including the advanced services at MMC IVF.

Led by Dr. Srisailesh Vitthala, a Royal College Accredited specialist in Reproductive Medicine and Consultant Gynaecologist, MMC IVF offers world-class infertility services, helping many women achieve successful pregnancies.

 

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