Infertility in Women and Men :

It may be that one partner cannot contribute to conception, or that a woman is unable to carry a pregnancy to full term. It is often defined as not conceiving after 12 months of regular sexual intercourse without the use of birth control.

Causes in women : Ovulation disorders appear to be the most common cause of infertility in women.

Ovulation is the monthly release of an egg. The eggs may never be released or they may only be released in some cycles. Ovulation disorders can be due to:

Premature ovarian failure:

1.The ovaries stop working before the age of 40 years. 2. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): The ovaries function abnormally and ovulation may not occur. Hyperprolactinemia: If prolactin levels are high, and the woman is not pregnant or breastfeeding, it may affect ovulation and fertility.

3.Poor egg quality: Eggs that are damaged or develop genetic abnormalities cannot sustain a pregnancy. The older a woman is, the higher the risk. 4.Thyroid problems: An overactive or under active

thyroid gland can lead to a hormonal imbalance. Chronic conditions

5.Problems in the uterus or Fallopian tubes can prevent the egg from traveling from the ovary to the uterus, or womb. 6. Diet: A lack of folic acid, iron, zinc, and vitamin B-12 can affect fertility. Women who are at risk, including those on a vegan diet, should ask the doctor about supplements. 7. Age: The ability to conceive starts to fall around the age of 32 years. 8.Being obese .