Important Factors That Impact Fertility

Women: Sexually Transmitted Disease

Many sexually transmitted infections will cause inflammation which can leave vital pieces of the reproductive system damaged or blocked. Tubal damage within the female reproductive system can cause irreversible damage to fertility, and it is estimated that 15% of women who are infertile can trace it back to damage caused by a sexually transmitted disease. It has actually been reported by many sources that up to 25% of infertility issues (in both men and women) could have been caused by a sexually transmitted disease. Some of these sexually transmitted diseases will provide no symptoms, and the individual may not know they are even carrying and spreading it. The best way to lower the risk of sexually transmitted disease is to wear a condom.