INFERTILITY IN WOMEN

INTRODUCTION

Infertility is a condition in which a couple has difficulty in conceiving after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse. It may occur because of a combination of factors and either of the partner or both of the partners have problems which prevent pregnancy. Endometriosis, uterine fibroids, hormonal imbalance are some of the causes of infertility in women. Men have low testosterone, low sperm count, etc. which lead to infertility. The chances of infertility are increased with the increasing age.

However, there are various treatment options available which are quite safe and effective and very helpful in improving the chances of getting pregnant.

REASONS OF INFERTILITY IN WOMEN

There are numerous reasons for the infertility in women. Following are the causes of female infertility:

• Irregular menstrual cycle
• Ovulation problems which affect formation and release of female egg into the fallopian tube
• Increased secretion of prolactin hormone
• Polyps or fibroids in uterus
• Abnormal structure of uterus or cervix
• Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism
• Blockage of fallopian tubes
• Inflammation of the fallopian tubes called salpingitis
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Endometriosis
• Adhesions in uterus
• Appendicitis
• Early menopause
• Cancer of uterus, cervix
• Pelvic adhesions
• Any recent pelvic surgery

DIFFERENT TYPES OF INFERTILITY

The infertility is of two different types:

• Primary infertility: It occurs in females who had never been pregnant and couldn’t conceive in first year of unprotected sexual intercourse.
• Secondary infertility: It is difficulty in conceiving after having atleast one successful pregnancy.

RISK FACTORS OF FEMALE INFERTILITY

Following are the factors which increase the risk of females developing infertility:

• Age above 35 years
• Excessive physical exercise
• Irregular menstrual cycle
• Smoking
• Alcohol intake
• Increased blood sugar levels
• Suffering from eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia
• Exposure to environmental toxins like pesticides, lead, etc
• Stress
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Radiation therapy
• Drug abuse
• Obesity or underweight
• Blockage of fallopian tubes
• Celiac disease
• Kidney problem
• Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD)
• Cushing’s syndrome
• Sickle cell anemia
• Thyroid disorders
• Past ectopic pregnancy

VARIOUS TECHNIQUES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS OF FEMALE INFERTILITY

The tests which are helpful in knowing the cause of female infertility are:

• Pap smear
• Ovulation testing
• Certain blood tests
• Transvaginal ultrasound
• Hysteroscopy
• Hysterosalpingogram
• Saline sonohysterogram
• Laparoscopy

WAYS OF PREVENTING INFERTILTIY IN WOMEN

By following some of the steps, infertility can be prevented in females. The steps are:

• Say no to smoking
• Avoid alcohol consumption
• Do less intake of caffeine
• Doing regular exercise but not rigorous which affect ones periods
• Avoid heavy weights

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFERTILITY

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved Centre which are used for the treatment of infertility:

1. Femine Care tablet

CAC Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Nerve up tablet

It is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation.  CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata disease.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Woman Power Tablet

CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. The extract of these herbs is used which provides multiple health benefits. These herbs have the potential to improve female health and libido.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

4. Vata balance tablet

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

5. Woman Champion Syrup

CAC Woman Championis purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month. It act as antioxidant, anti inflammatory, anti spasmodic, uterine tonic and immunity booster.

Dosage:2 Teaspoon twice daily after meals.

6. Active plus Tablet

CAC Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain,  acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablet twice daily with normal water.