When it comes to female fertility treatment, there are a fair number of myths to be debunked. Nowadays, this kind of medical intervention is pretty much commonplace. In fact, the many patients who have been able to conceive and carry a baby to term can testify to the effectiveness of modern procedures.

Some of the most prevalent and harmful misconceptions regarding fertility are notions such as:

• Infertility is only a woman’s problem
• It’s a psychological thing
• If you’re over 30 you’ll have difficulty conceiving
• You can’t be infertile if you already have children
• Adopting a child will help you to fall pregnant naturally

In reality, these ideas are not true. As with most medical concerns, it’s best to consult your doctor when you’re in doubt. However, we can tackle the aforementioned issues right now.

1. Infertility affects both men and women

Both sexes are equally at risk of having infertility issues. While men are affected by sperm count and blockages that can prevent their semen’s successful ingress, these conditions are mostly treatable. The most common causes of infertility among women include damaged fallopian tubes, pelvic inflammatory diseases and endometriosis.

2. Infertility is a medical condition, not a psychological one

If you or your partner has been diagnosed with an infertility issue, relaxation and calming techniques will not cure the problem. Often, patients are told that by maintaining a positive attitude they can increase their chance of conception. While keeping a clear and healthy head is always a good idea, this cannot cure a medical condition.

3.Many people have natural pregnancies in their 40s

It’s true that a woman’s fertility starts to decline in her late 20s, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that she’ll be barren by the age of 35. If you have a healthy lifestyle, don’t smoke and avoid rapid weight loss or gain, you promote your chances of conceiving naturally – even if you’re older than 35

4.Secondary infertility is a common condition

This simply means that people can become infertile even if they’ve already had children without the help of assistive treatments. In fact, this condition affects approximately one in seven couples and is exacerbated by pelvic infections, age and previous surgeries.

5.Adopting doesn’t guarantee that you’ll conceive naturally

You might have heard some well-meaning friend’s or relative’s story about someone who fell pregnant naturally after they adopted a child. While this is truly joyous news, it’s coincidental and by no means empirically valid. When it comes to medicine – especially fertility – there’s always room for unprecedented events, but most of the time your doctor or gynaecologist should be your advisor.

If you’re considering having a baby, consult your medical practitioner and let them guide you through the process. Keep in mind that, if you have trouble conceiving, you are not alone and there are some excellent female fertility treatment options available.

About Author : Blandine has been writing articles on various female fertility treatments in South Africa for over a decade
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