For those looking for fertility acupuncture in Koto Ward | Is infertility not just a female issue? Looking at the causes for both men and women based on WHO statistics
When people hear the term "fertility treatment," many likely imagine women visiting a gynecologist and undergoing various tests.
However, in reality, the cause of infertility does not lie solely with the woman.
WHO (World Health Organization) statistics report cases where the cause of infertility is not only "female only," but also "male only," "both male and female," and "unknown causes."
In this article, based on these statistics, we will briefly summarize the key points you should know about the causes of infertility.
WHO statistics show that there are also causes on the male side
In the data introduced as WHO survey results, the causes of infertility are as follows:
Causes only in women: approximately 41%
Causes only in men: approximately 24%
Causes in both men and women: approximately 24%
Unknown causes: approximately 11%
It is considered as follows.
What we want to focus on here is the 24% for "both men and women."
If you add the 24% where both men and women have causes to the 41% where only women have causes, cases involving some factor on the female side account for approximately 65%.
On the other hand, if you combine the 24% where only men have causes and the 24% for both, cases involving some factor on the male side account for approximately 48%.
In other words, when thinking about infertility, it is clear that testing and checking the condition of the male side is also important. as well as the female side.
What are the causes on the female side?
There are various factors on the female side as causes of infertility.
Representative examples include:
Problems related to ovulation
Fallopian tube obstruction
Uterine diseases
Cervical issues
Age-related decline in fertility
and so on.
For example, if you have severe menstrual pain or irregular periods, it may not just be poor physical condition, but could be related to conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Therefore, if you have any concerning symptoms while trying to conceive, it is important to first undergo necessary examinations at a gynecologist rather than relying solely on acupuncture or chiropractic care.
There are also various causes on the male side.
On the male side,
Decreased sperm production function
Sperm transport disorders
Erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction
Varicocele
Age-related changes in sperm quality
can be related to infertility.
Therefore, if you wish to conceive, it is important that both the couple/partners undergo testing rather than just the woman.
In particular, a semen analysis is less physically demanding compared to tests for women and provides important information when considering the causes of infertility.
Do not make it a 'fertility journey where only the woman tries'
In fertility treatment, clinic visits and tests tend to center on the woman, which can lead to the woman bearing the physical and mental burden alone.
However, the causes of infertility can exist in both men and women.
That is precisely why,
It is important not to think of "why I am not getting pregnant" as a problem for women alone.
It is essential.
Undergoing testing does not mean that one person is responsible.
It is important for the couple to confirm the causes together and consider the necessary treatments and lifestyle measures for each person as they proceed with fertility efforts.
When should you undergo fertility testing?
Generally, you should consider fertility testing and treatment if you have been trying to conceive without contraception for a certain period of time without success.
However, depending on your age, menstrual status, or history of conditions such as endometriosis, there are cases where it is better to consult a medical institution without waiting for a year.
Do not judge for yourself that "it is still okay," and
if you have irregular periods,
if you have severe menstrual pain,
if you have been diagnosed with a gynecological condition in the past,
if you want to prioritize fertility efforts due to your age,
if you are concerned about the results of a semen analysis,
please consult an obstetrician/gynecologist or a fertility clinic as soon as possible.
What can fertility acupuncture and fertility chiropractic do?
This is a very important point to avoid any misunderstandings.
Medical examinations to investigate the causes of infertility and medical treatments for infertility itself are performed at medical institutions such as obstetrics and gynecology clinics, reproductive medicine specialists, and urology departments.
Acupuncture and chiropractic care are not substitutes for the diagnosis or treatment of infertility.
On the other hand, while continuing fertility treatment, the burden on the mind and body can increase due to work, hospital visits, and anxiety about the treatment.
Our clinic's fertility acupuncture and fertility chiropractic support your physical and mental condition during this fertility journey.
We value preparing your mind and body to continue treatment while providing care for daily ailments such as physical tension, fatigue, coldness, stiff shoulders, and lower back pain.
For those looking for fertility acupuncture in Koto Ward and along the Tozai Line
For those in Monzen-nakacho and those looking for fertility acupuncture or fertility chiropractic care in Koto Ward and along the Tozai Line, we recommend considering medical examinations and treatments for pregnancy separately from your daily physical conditioning.
“I started fertility treatment, but I’m concerned about physical fatigue.”
“I’m tired from balancing work and hospital visits.”
“I want to take care of my body during the treatment period.”
In such cases, there is also the option of incorporating acupuncture and chiropractic care as supplementary support.
At our clinic, we do not use excessive expressions that guarantee pregnancy, but rather offer fertility acupuncture and fertility chiropractic care as mind and body condition support to be used in parallel with fertility treatment at medical institutions.
For those who want to know more
There are various causes of infertility, including ovulation, fallopian tubes, the uterus, and sperm.
“What should I get checked in my case?”
“How should I combine fertility treatment with acupuncture?”
“I am looking for fertility acupuncture in Koto Ward.”
If you are asking these questions, our website provides detailed information about our fertility acupuncture and fertility chiropractic services.
While valuing medical examinations and treatments aimed at pregnancy, we also prepare your daily physical and mental condition.
That is the role of fertility acupuncture and fertility chiropractic care as we see it.
*This article does not diagnose or treat infertility. For examinations and treatments related to pregnancy, please consult medical institutions such as obstetricians and gynecologists or fertility clinics.
Nakacho Acupuncture and Osteopathic Clinic
Sanoya Building 101, 1-24-5 Tomioka, Koto-ku, Tokyo
03-5245-1311
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Tokyo Advanced Fertility Center Nakacho Acupuncture and Osteopathic Clinic | Fertility Acupuncture and Chiropractic Clinic 3 minutes walk from Monzen-nakacho Exit 2
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