Even though the trend of being single continues to soar The new generation doesn't want to have children. or want to have fewer children But there are many more pairs. Many people encounter problems “I want to have a child, but...it's difficult to have a child!” Even though I'm counting the days and doing everything I set my mind to, why haven't I been successful in this matter? these problemsMen vs Women, who has a more difficult chance of having children? Let's find the answer together here!
Want to have children..but having children is difficult. What is your body missing?
It is a troubling issue for couples who seriously want to start a family, when in many cases the hope of having children seems to be diminishing. So what are the reasons that make men Or some women have difficulty having children. What can it depend on? ..let's see.
man | factor | woman |
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testosterone hormone (Testosterone) that is produced from the testicles. which helps build and strengthen sperm | hormone | The hormone estrogen (Estrogen) regulates the functions of a woman's reproductive system, such as the menstrual cycle and ovulation (LH). |
Sperm quality such as strength, speed, and ability to penetrate the egg. | reproductive system | hormone |
There should be at least 20 million sperm per milliliter. This is the default standard that makes pregnancy successful. | amount | A woman's natural egg count is 5-6 million and decreases to 400,000 when she reaches menarche. and decreases with increasing age The quantity may not be as important as the quality of the eggs available. |
Age 30-35 years is the age when sperm are strongest. Until age reaches 50-55 years, sperm quality will decrease as well. And despite being successful in conceiving But it increases the chance of miscarriage. Abnormal birth rate and abnormalities in the fetus | age | Age 20 years and above is the most suitable time for pregnancy. Until reaching the age of 35 years and over, even though there are still enough eggs for fertilization But egg quality may not affect fertility. |
Smoking, drinking alcohol, sleep quality, stress, body shape (weight), and certain medical conditions | Lifestyle | Smoking, drinking alcohol, sleep quality, stress, body shape (weight), and certain medical conditions |
If you want to have children, you must understand! Check your physical readiness Check your childbearing status
Fertility test It is an in-depth examination to determine the true cause of infertility, divided into:
Infertility testing for men Emphasis is placed on checking the completeness of sperm (Semen analysis) or sperm testing. What the doctor will check is:
- The amount of sperm in the semen
- Sperm movement speed
- Size, shape, and maturity of sperm
Infertility testing for women Emphasis is placed on checking the performance of parts related to fertilization and embryo implantation to see whether they are normal or not. Are there any blockages or conditions not conducive to implantation?
- Vaginal ultrasound examination To find abnormalities in the ovarian cyst Ovarian tumor Uterine tumor endometrium or a lump inside the pelvis
- Using a small camera to examine the uterus and fallopian tubes
- Test the hormone AMH from the blood to see the number of eggs for fertilization.
choice - solution Of people who want to have children!
Nowadays, there are alternative technologies. To help having children is not just a matter of nature alone. In the medical field, new fertilization techniques have been developed and are ready to help.Couples who want to have children but have difficulty conceiving have options to increase their chances. As follows:
- Injection of semen into the uterine cavity (Intra Uterine Insemination: IUI) This is the method of fertilization that is closest to nature. The doctor will separate the strongest semen from the man. Injected into the female uterus. Helps reduce the running distance of sperm. and the chance of sperm dying before fertilization is reduced
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Suitable for people over 35 years of age. It involves fertilizing eggs and sperm inside a glass tube. Until it becomes an embryo before being injected into the woman's uterus
- Advanced IVF or ICSI (Intracytoplasmic sperm injection: ICSI) It's similar to IVF, but it involves selecting only the strongest and best sperm and injecting them directly into the egg. Without having to undergo external fertilization, ICSI is suitable for men who have problems with low sperm. or cannot move well
- In vitro fertilization with maximum expansion (Intracytoplasmic Morphologically Selected Sperm Injection : IMSI) A technique that expands on ICSI by using a microscope with a magnification of 6600x to help select sperm that are strong, good in appearance and suitable for fertilization more efficiently.
Using technology to help deposit eggs (Egg Freezing) For those who want to plan to have children in the future. To be able to use it for artificial insemination when ready in the future.
Consultation with a hormone specialist This is considered a joint treatment technique to help the body return to its normal balance. Because of restoring hormonal balance to the body It can help increase your chances of having children. Whether in men or women Another option that complements the above methods is even more effective. is to balance hormone levels You can receive direct consultation from holistic health care experts.