Infertility and reproductive endocrinology

Reproductive Endocrinology | IVF Treatment in Hyderabad, India

Treatment for Infertility and reproductive endocrinology at CARE Hospitals in India 

The endocrine system has the role to produce and secrete hormones in the body. It varies from one individual to another and is complex. One of the most prominent jobs of the endocrine system is to help with reproduction. The diagnosis and treatment carried in the same are known as reproductive endocrinology. The doctors exclusively deal with problems related to infertility, menopause, and other problems with reproductive hormones. 

CARE Hospitals provide the best IVF hospital in Hyderabad and have the best endocrinologists and OB/GYN (obstetrics and gynecology). Doctors treat both men and women who have been experiencing problems related to reproductive health. 

Causes 

Causes of infertility and the role of reproductive endocrinology:

• Hormonal Imbalances: Hormonal irregularities, like PCOS, can disrupt the menstrual cycle and impact fertility.
• Ovulatory Disorders: Conditions like anovulation and luteal phase defects can hinder egg release.
• Structural Abnormalities: Physical issues such as uterine fibroids or blocked fallopian tubes can impede fertility.
• Endometriosis: Tissue growth outside the uterus can cause pain and fertility problems.
• Male Factors: Low sperm count, poor motility, and abnormal morphology can lead to male infertility.
• Advanced Age: Fertility declines with age in both genders, with a sharper drop in women after 35.
• Environmental and Lifestyle Factors: Toxins, smoking, obesity, and stress may affect fertility.
• Genetic and Autoimmune Factors: Some genetic conditions and autoimmune diseases can harm reproductive health.
• Infections: Untreated infections, including STDs, can lead to infertility.
• Unexplained Infertility: In some cases, the cause remains unclear despite thorough evaluation. Reproductive endocrinology addresses these issues through diagnostic techniques and treatments.

Symptoms 

There are many signs and symptoms that indicate you should consult a gynaecologist. Although these signs can be unpredictable and should not be a matter of concern, if these persist, you’ll need a follow-up diagnosis. 

You can consult a reproductive endocrinologist at CARE Hospitals if:

• You have a menstrual cycle as irregular, absent, or painful.

• One or more miscarriages in the past

• Treatment taken that would have affected your fertility like type 2 diabetes

• Endometriosis symptoms or related diagnosis

• Symptoms of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms 

Women and men can also consult a reproductive endocrinologist if they’re having issues related to pregnancy despite trying-

• Problems with sexual treatments and functioning 

• Pain, swelling, or a lump in the male’s testicles

• Abnormal breast growth 

• A lower sperm count

Risk factors 

There are many risk factors associated with women's infertility. A multitude of medical disorders can cause infertility in women. 

• Failure to ovulate – including polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS – advancing age, which can affect the genetic health of eggs, abnormalities of the uterus, scar tissue from infections in the fallopian tubes, on the ovaries, or in the uterus, production of anti-sperm antibodies, or a history of miscarriage are just a few of the issues. 

• Infertility in men is caused by a multitude of factors, including anatomical flaws, genetic abnormalities, hormone deficits, and sexual dysfunction. 

• Infertility can also be caused by antibodies and anatomical defects in the male anatomy.

These risks can be easily avoided with the help of the doctors at CARE Hospitals in India. Our doctors will conduct a physical examination and go through the family history, genes, and other tests. Doctors will later help the patients to cope with the diagnoses and treatments.

Diagnosis 

• The first step is to conduct a physical examination based on the blood pressure, oxygen levels, pulse rates and other organ essentials. 

• If the patient experiences issues within the preliminary diagnosis, doctors will provide the treatments accordingly and conduct a further diagnosis.

• Your family history and genetic markup is another essential preliminary assessment that your doctor will require.

• Later the doctors will use surgeries, medicines and other medical procedures to treat infertility.

• Blood tests will be conducted to know blood glucose levels along with thyroid disorders. It will be diagnosed whether you’ve thyroid or related disorders, or gestational diabetes.

• A semen test is done to count the sperm count in the male and know how healthy he is producing sperm.

• X-ray of the Uterus and Fallopian tubes lets the doctor see inside the female reproductive organs to understand the root cause and make a treatment plan accordingly. These imaging tests are targeted at the concerned areas.

• Ovarian reserve fertility test is conducted to measure and know the levels of hormones or the hormonal levels in females like Follicle-stimulating hormone, Estradiol, and Anti-Müllerian hormone.

• Pelvic exam- Endometriosis, uterine fibroids, mucus membrane inflammation or other cervical abnormalities, cysts or other growths, and congenital anomalies are all checked in the pelvic exam.

• Hormone tests

• Basal Body Temperature (BBT Charts)- Fertility is checked by the women’s body temperature and it’s an inexpensive way that reveals progesterone levels. If the basal is 0.5 to 1.0 degrees Fahrenheit, it indicates an increase in progesterone.

• Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPK)- These are home kits to tell when the women are ovulating and are used on fertile days.

• Endometrial Biopsy- The endometrium provides a safe environment for the embryo to "nest." Implantation is a process that happens as the embryo connects to the endometrium. Because an aberrant uterine lining can inhibit implantation, an endometrial biopsy is performed in the office to acquire a sample of the endometrium for microscopic inspection.

Treatment

• Many treatments are offered by doctors based on the diagnosis and symptoms. You can talk with your doctor to know about the details of the treatment.

• Laparoscopy - A tiny camera is used to diagnose the interiors of the body and is a non-invasive surgical method to cure the internals.

• Hysteroscopy - The cervix and uterus are operated on with the help of this method, a tiny camera helps in the operation.

• Abdominal myomectomy - Uterine fibroids are removed in this surgery. 

• Intrauterine insemination (IUI) - This is done to purify a male’s sperm sample and further pacing on the female’s uterus.

• In vitro fertilization (IVF) - The fertilization is done outside the body and later placed in a surrogate mother. 

• Hormone treatments - Hormones and assisted reproductive technology are done to treat infertility and to help a woman carry a baby to term. Hormones are also used to treat infertility in some cases, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Prevention 

Preventing infertility and the role of reproductive endocrinology:

• Lifestyle Modifications: Encourage a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, regular exercise, and weight management.
• Smoking and Alcohol: Advise against smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, as they can harm fertility.
• Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Prevention: Promote safe sexual practices to prevent STIs that can lead to infertility.
• Timely Medical Care: Encourage timely evaluation and treatment of reproductive health issues, such as PCOS or endometriosis.
• Age Awareness: Educate individuals about the impact of age on fertility, particularly for women over 35.
• Genetic Screening: Offer genetic counseling and screening for conditions that may affect fertility.
• Environmental Toxins: Raise awareness about exposure to environmental toxins and their potential effects on fertility.
• Stress Management: Provide stress reduction techniques as excessive stress can impact reproductive health.
• Hormonal Balance: Monitor and address hormonal imbalances that may disrupt the menstrual cycle.

Why Choose CARE Hospitals?

A team of experts at CARE Hospitals in India specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Infertility and reproductive endocrinology and related problems. Doctors at CARE Hospitals can help you examine your symptoms and assist you in living a healthier, more successful life in conjunction with competent medical specialists. Visit our patient portal to make an appointment for advanced endocrinology treatments for infertility with a reasonable IVF cost in Hyderabad.