Understanding Primary and Secondary Infertility

Know the similarities and differences between primary and secondary infertility through this informative blog by Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF clinic in Delhi.

What is Infertility?

Infertility is a medical condition in which a couple cannot conceive naturally after trying for a year. The inability to conceive can be attributed to the male partner, the female partner, or both. This medical condition when treated effectively can help couples become parents. Not many people know that infertility can be of two types – primary infertility or secondary infertility. Highly experienced IVF specialists of Gunjan IVF World, a leading IVF clinic in Ghaziabad shed light on primary and secondary infertility through this insightful article.

“Primary infertility is a condition when a woman has never been pregnant. Secondary infertility on the other hand is a condition when a couple has successfully achieved any kind of pregnancy once or more before but cannot conceive now. It is very common, even though it may sound strange that someone who has become parents once can find it difficult to become parents again,” says Dr. Gunjan Gupta, Founder & Director of Gunjan IVF world – the best IVF centre in Ghaziabad and a renowned IVF Specialist Ghaziabad.

Primary Infertility

“It’s self-explanatory by definition; it’s common in young couples who are trying to conceive for the first time. Primary infertility can take a longer time to diagnose, as most people tend to wait for a few years before thinking of the possibility of infertility,” says Dr. Aastha Raheja, a practicing Consultant at the best IVF center in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World, where else.

Secondary Infertility

“Secondary infertility, which is more common in older couples, can be shocking for many. One thing most couple need to understand is that secondary infertility does not follow primary infertility. That means anyone who has had a child naturally, without any fertility issues, can still have fertility problems while trying for another baby. Also, one who has gone through fertility treatment for having one child might or might not need to go again through a fertility treatment for the next conception; there is no surety,” says Dr. Garima Sharma, Gynaecologist Janakpuri and Consultant at the best IVF centre in Delhi – Gunjan IVF World.

Primary Infertility & Secondary infertility Causes

“The causes for both primary and secondary infertility are almost identical. These include advanced age, lifestyle factors like smoking or drinking, hormonal imbalance, poor sperm quality, ovulation problems, uterine fibroids, blocked or scarred fallopian tubes, existing medical conditions, etc. In some cases, genetic conditions that have been passed down through generations can cause primary infertility,” says Dr. Shubhda Gupta, well-known gynae in Noida and Consultant, Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF centre in Noida.

“Blocked or scarred fallopian tubes are believed to be the most common causes of secondary infertility. Issues with a first pregnancy can lead to these damages, making it difficult to get pregnant again. Also, age is a huge factor while trying for a second child, as with age, women’s bodies become less hospitable to carry a child and men’s sperm quality decreases,” says Dr. Anshu Dhar, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – IVF clinic in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad.

Treatment

Leading IVF specialist from Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF center in Delhi, Dr. Gunjan Gupta concludes, saying, “Neither primary nor secondary infertility is predictable. But with proper diagnosis and treatment, couples with either of these infertility conditions can still become parents. Assisted reproductive technologies like IVF, ICSI, IUI, etc. can help you fulfil your dream of having a family. So, choose your doctors wisely and get the treatment most suitable for you. Khushiyon ki Goonj can be at your home too!”

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