FAQ
1. What is infertility?
According to World Health Organization, infertility is defined by the failure to achieve clinical pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse.
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2. Is infertility a common problem?
Yes. Although Malaysia does not have an official infertility rate statistic, the national fertility rate this year is expected to decline.
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3. Is infertility just a women’s problem?
No. Both men and women can contribute to infertility.
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4. What causes infertility in men?
It can be caused by different factors such as the disruption of testicular or ejaculatory function, hormonal disorders or genetic disorders.
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5. What causes infertility in women?
Any conditions affecting the woman’s ovaries, fallopian tubes and uterus may contribute to female infertility.
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6. How will doctors find out if a woman and her partner have fertility problems?
Doctors will determine whether they have any fertility problems through an initial evaluation which includes a thorough medical history review, physical examination, pelvic ultrasound scans, and blood tests.
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7. How do doctors treat infertility?
It can be treated with medicine, surgery, intrauterine insemination (IUI), or any assisted reproductive technology (ART).