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Female infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse and affects about 10–15% of couples worldwide. The primary cause of female infertility is ovulatory disorders, which hinder the release of eggs. These disorders can be classified as hypothalamic amenorrhea, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), premature ovarian failure, and hyperprolactinemic anovulation disorders.
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The female reproductive system can be affected by several disorders, including Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), endometriosis, and various forms of cancer. PMS and PMDD are cyclical conditions that cause physical and emotional distress, with symptoms that include edema, mood swings, and food cravings. PMDD is a more severe form of PMS characterized by increased symptom severity that peaks during the luteal phase and tends to improve or resolve shortly after...
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[Risk factors associated to female infertility].

Ricardo Romero Ramos1, Gustavo Romero Gutiérrez, Ignacio Abortes Monroy

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Female infertility risk factors include advanced age, high BMI, early sexual activity, pelvic surgeries, and stress. Identifying these can help reduce infertility rates and their consequences.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Medical Research

Background:

  • Global incidence of female infertility is rising, affecting 10-20% of women.
  • Numerous risk factors contributing to female infertility have been identified.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To pinpoint specific risk factors significantly associated with female infertility.
  • To inform preventative strategies for reducing infertility prevalence.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 440 women (220 infertile, 220 controls).
  • Analysis of 20 sociodemographic and clinical risk factors.
  • Statistical methods included t-tests and chi-squared tests with an alpha of 0.05.

Main Results:

  • Six factors showed statistical significance: advanced maternal age, elevated body mass index (BMI), early age of sexual activity, history of pelvic surgeries, and high stress levels.
  • Factors like smoking, certain treatments, pelvic inflammatory disease, and lifestyle choices were not significant.
  • P-values for significant factors were all less than 0.001.

Conclusions:

  • Clinical and demographic factors are demonstrably linked to female infertility.
  • Early identification of these risk factors in women of reproductive age is crucial.
  • Intervention based on identified risks may decrease female infertility frequency and mitigate its impact.