This article discusses infertility issues for both men and women. For men, infertility can be caused by low sperm count, poor sperm motility, or abnormal sperm structure, with no known cause in many cases. For women, infertility can be due to ovulation problems, cervical issues, uterine cysts or fibroids, or endometriosis blocking fallopian tube function. Even after testing, 10% of couples remain infertile with no known reason. Fertility treatment or IVF may help couples have children when naturally conceiving is not possible.

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Infertility and Pregnancy
by: Jackie G. Maxwell
When a couple is unable to conceive a child, it is the couple's problem,
and not the “fault” of one partner or the other. Female issues are the
most common reasons cited, but some studies suggest that up to 40% of
infertility is caused by one or more reasons originating with the male
partner.
For men, the problem can only be from one source- the sperm. However,
that can involve a variety of difficulties from low sperm count, to poor
motility, or abnormal shape/structure of the sperm. In many instances the
cause of the sperm difficulties are idiopathic, with no known reason.
Some issues may be a result of a past illness, current drug therapy,
personal habits such as drinking and smoking, or varicocele veins.
Recommendations for improving things like sperm count, include looser
clothing around the genitals, eliminating hot baths or hot tubs, giving
up alcohol and smoking, and stress reduction.
For women, the difficulties are more varied, and cover a range of

2. functions and issues within her reproductive system. She may have
ovulation problems that are due to problems with the thyroid gland,
hormone imbalance, and physical or emotional stress. The cervix can also
be a cause for concern, either through narrowing, acidic mucous, or a
literal “sperm allergy”. Her uterus may be harboring cysts, fibroids, and
polyps, or she may have endometriosis, a condition where tissue from
inside the womb, has attached itself somewhere in the abdomen, possibly
blocking or restricting normal function of the fallopian tubes and
ovaries.
Even when a couple has taken all the recommended tests, some 10% remain
infertile, for no known reasons. For them, hormonal fertility treatment
or in vitro fertilization, may be viable options for having a family.
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