Unexplained infertility

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Unexplained infertility

Dec 2 2004

A reported one in six couples have problems with fertility and conception and figures indicate that unexplained infertility accounts for approximately 20 per cent of these.

Understandably the inability to conceive challenges a couple’s emotional and physical well-being, so in order to overcome their problem, and improve their chances, they will need to take into consideration the many facets of their fertility, understand their needs and address the emotions and anxieties which arise when conceiving is not as straight forward as it should be.

We know that the autonomic nervous system and the endocrine system are both influenced by the mind, and evidence supports the idea that anxiety may reduce fertility in both men and women. As long as a significant level of anxiety remains, for whatever reason, then there is the possibility of infertility. We must not forget that the male partner may also be under stress (sorry lads but you don’t get away with it that easily!) and it’s important that this is also addressed.

A holistic approach removes the boundaries between conventional and complementary therapies, providing the best possible chance of conceiving. Complementary therapies may be used by themselves or as an adjunct to pharmacology and assisted treatments such as in-vitro fertilisation (IVF). Indeed, studies suggest that mind/body programs are effective for reducing negative emotions and anxiety that may impair IVF success...cont'd

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