{"id":293984,"date":"2024-07-10T18:00:22","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T21:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/infertility-understanding-treating-and-overcoming-challenges\/"},"modified":"2024-07-10T18:00:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T21:00:22","slug":"infertility-understanding-treating-and-overcoming-challenges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/infertility-understanding-treating-and-overcoming-challenges\/","title":{"rendered":"Infertility: Understanding, Treating, and Overcoming Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are here today, you are probably looking for information about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This blog post inaugurates a series dedicated to exploring more deeply about  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility treatment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we start our series, we would like to say that, here at the Instituto Medicina em Foco, we have the urologist in S\u00e3o Paulo, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specialist in human reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drmatheusgroner\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Regardless of whether you or someone close to you is going through the discovery of  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a mere curiosity about the topic or is interested in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is important to follow this series, as knowledge can significantly contribute to the outcome of your journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hENvnnQbkbM?si=MQCmxPinNoKU1yc_\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  is a growing challenge faced by many couples around the world. According to statistics   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from the World Health Organization (WHO),<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> approximately one in six couples finds it difficult to conceive naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will deeply explore the topic of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, its causal factors, advances in the area of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctoralia.com.br\/matheus-ferreira-groner-2\/urologista\/sao-paulo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">human reproduction specialist in S\u00e3o Paulo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner, has been fundamental in this process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So to start, what is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is defined as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">difficulty<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">conceiving after six months of frequent and unprotected attempts for couples under 35 years of age, or one year for couples over 35 years of age. This condition can be the result of several causes, involving male, female or both factors, and can be   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reversible <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or persistent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Causal Factors of Infertility<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  is a complex reality that can affect couples at different stages of their reproductive journeys. Understanding the causal factors of   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential to identify the reasons behind conception difficulties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Instituto Medicina em Foco, we are committed to providing, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in detail, the main <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">factors that contribute to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> male, female and also those that affect both partners. We will analyze how each of these factors can influence the ability to conceive naturally and the options available to help couples overcome these challenges. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our multidisciplinary team has several specialists to help you deal with infertility and other conditions, among them are: the gynecologists<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/dreduardobaracat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. Eduardo Baracat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drpedrodoria\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. Pedro Doria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the specialists in intestinal endometriosis<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drfabiopiovezan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. F\u00e1bio Piovezan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/dravanessaprado\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  Dra. Vanessa Prado <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Female factors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ovulatory problems:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hormonal disorders such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ovarian Insufficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tubal damage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> blockages or damage to the fallopian tubes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Endometriosis:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Male factors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Low semen quality:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> low sperm count, reduced motility or abnormal morphology, or<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  even changes in sperm DNA fragmentation. All can be caused by several factors such as genetic, metabolic, hormonal, anatomical changes, among others. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Factors common to both:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lifestyle:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> obesity, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medical conditions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune diseases.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Environmental and occupational factors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> exposure to environmental toxins.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-284765\" src=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/teste-de-gravidez-negativo-por-causa-da-infertilidade.webp\" alt=\"negative-pregnancy-test-because-of-infertility\" width=\"730\" height=\"430\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/teste-de-gravidez-negativo-por-causa-da-infertilidade.webp 730w, https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/teste-de-gravidez-negativo-por-causa-da-infertilidade-480x283.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 730px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Assisted Reproduction as a Solution for Infertility<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  represents a significant hope for couples who face difficulties conceiving naturally. At <\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instituto Medicina em Foco<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have the specialist in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in S\u00e3o Paulo, Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding how<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/infertilidade-um-olhar-sobre-a-reproducao-humana\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be a viable solution for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> involves exploring not only the different methods available, but also the selection criteria and the potential results of these treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  encompasses a series of medical procedures that facilitate conception through the manipulation of eggs, sperm and embryos outside the human body. These procedures are indicated for couples who cannot get pregnant naturally due to various causes, such as ovulation problems, sperm quality, tubal obstructions, endometriosis, among others. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Assisted Reproduction Techniques<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intrauterine Insemination (IUI):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this method involves the introduction of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">semen prepared in the laboratory directly into the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">woman&#8217;s uterus during the fertile period. It is a simpler and less invasive option, generally recommended when there are   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">few <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sperm quality problems <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and, mainly, in some ovulatory causes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>In Vitro Fertilization (IVF):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one of the most advanced techniques of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Involves fertilizing the egg with<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  a high concentration of<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  sperm in the laboratory, forming embryos that are subsequently transferred to the woman&#8217;s uterus. It is indicated for more complex cases of   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as tubal obstructions, advanced endometriosis or fertilization failures in previous treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  variation of IVF, in which a single sperm is injected directly into the egg to facilitate fertilization. It is recommended when there are severe sperm quality problems. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gamete donation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in some cases, egg or sperm donation may be necessary for couples who cannot use their own gametes due to genetic or quality problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>PGT (Pre-implantation Genetic Testing):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this procedure is used to select <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">genetically normal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">embryos before transfer, especially useful for couples with a history of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family genetic diseases, women over 38 years of age or couples with recurrent abortions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Role of the Human Reproduction Specialist in Infertility<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instituto Medicina em Foco has a multidisciplinary team to assist in the treatment of infertility, namely: the nutritionist<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drachristianichaves\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  Dra. Christiani Chaves <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; the specialist in nutrology<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drjoaospott\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. Jo\u00e3o Spott<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the bariatric surgeon<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/drrodrigobarbosa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. Rodrigo Barbosa<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and the behavioral psychologist<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/dra-jaqueline-moreira-psicologa-comportamental\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dra. Jaqueline Moreira <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/dr-matheus-groner-medico-urologista\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">urologist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specialist in human reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  in S\u00e3o Paulo, is a prominent professional in this field. With extensive experience, he offers comprehensive and personalized assessments for couples seeking to understand and overcome  <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/o-que-e-azoospermia-saiba-tudo-sobre-a-condicao\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. His integrated approach considers both medical and emotional factors, providing continuous support throughout the treatment process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When seeking specialized help, it is crucial that both partners participate in the initial consultation. Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner performs a complete evaluation, including detailed medical history, physical and laboratory exams specific to identify the underlying causes of   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Based on these results, an individualized treatment plan is developed, using the most appropriate techniques to maximize the chances of conception.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The success rates of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted pregnancy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vary depending on several factors, such as the age of the patients, the cause of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  technique used. In general, IVF   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or ICSI <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a higher <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted pregnancy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> success rate compared to other methods, providing hope for couples facing significant challenges to get pregnant naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the diagnosis of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  can be emotionally challenging, continuous advances in reproductive medicine offer effective options for many couples. With the support of experienced professionals such as Dr. Matheus Gr\u00f6ner and the use of advanced techniques of   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted reproduction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, many couples manage to realize the dream of having a child.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  is a complex, but not insurmountable problem. With access to specialized care and   <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility treatment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> appropriate, it is possible to find a solution that meets the individual needs of each couple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are facing difficulties conceiving, do not hesitate to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/\u200e551132893195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With the right support, the path to parenthood may be more accessible than you imagine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>References:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Overview of infertility. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/overview-of-infertility?search=  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">source=search_resultselectedTitle=1%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=1&gt;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Female infertility evaluation. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/female-infertility-evaluation?search=  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">source=search_resultselectedTitle=2%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=2&gt;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Approach to the male with infertility. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/approach-to-the-male-with-infertility?search=  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">source=search_resultselectedTitle=3%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=3&gt;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Female infertility treatments. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/female-infertility-treatments?search=  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+tratamentosource=search_resultselectedTitle=1%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=1&gt;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Treatments for male infertility. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/treatments-for-male-infertility?search=  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+tratamentosource=search_resultselectedTitle=3%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=3&gt;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. Assisted reproductive technology: Pregnancy and maternal outcomes. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/assisted-reproductive-technology-pregnancy-and-maternal-outcomes?search=reprodu%C3%A7%C3%A3o+assistidasource=search_resultselectedTitle=1%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=1&gt;.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. In vitro fertilization: Overview of clinical issues and questions. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/in-vitro-fertilization-overview-of-clinical-issues-and-questions?search=reprodu%C3%A7%C3%A3o+assistidasource=search_resultselectedTitle=2%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=2&gt;.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPTODATE. In vitro fertilization procedure. Available at: &lt;https:\/\/www.uptodate.com\/contents\/in-vitro-fertilization-procedure?search=reprodu%C3%A7%C3%A3o+assistidasource=search_resultselectedTitle=3%7E150usage_type=defaultdisplay_rank=3&gt;.    <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, we begin our series on infertility by addressing everything you need to know about the topic and assisted reproduction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":293987,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2739,2743,2738],"tags":[2745,2741,2742,2740,2744],"class_list":["post-293984","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-human-reproduction","category-infertility","category-urology","tag-assisted-pregnancy","tag-assisted-reproduction","tag-human-reproduction-specialist","tag-infertility","tag-infertility-treatment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/293984","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=293984"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/293984\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/293987"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=293984"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=293984"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emfoco.med.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=293984"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}