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Preserving your fertility. Laura L. Tatpati, MD Clinical Asst Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology Live and Learn Lecture Series KU School of Medicine. Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Obstetrics and Gynecology. Preserving - Protecting: Our goals today-. The Biological Clock - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Preserving your fertility
Laura L. Tatpati, MDClinical Asst Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Live and Learn Lecture SeriesKU School of Medicine
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Obstetrics and
Gynecology
Preserving - Protecting:Our goals today-
The Biological Clock External factors impact on fertility Protecting fertility - old and new
Almost 1 in 8 couples
Causes of Female InfertilityEgg factors
Quality
Number
Tubal factors/Pelvic scarring
Infection
Endometriosis
Cervical/Uterine factors
Genetic
Acquired
Causes of Male Infertility
Sperm production problems
Genetic
Born without ability for sperm development
Born without tubes to release sperm
Acquired anatomical changes
Polyps obstructing outflow
Vasectomy
Environmental
Aging
Fertility and Aging
Born with all the eggs we’ll ever have
20% of women have their 1st child after 35
5% had their 1st child after 30 in 1975
At least 1/3 of those trying to conceive after 35 have difficulty
Fertility and Aging
Fertility always declines with age
For most, major acceleration of decline = late 30s
Individual rate vs. Age group rate
Impact from genetics & environment
modifiable risks
“Goals for a healthier Me and baby-to-be”
http://www.cdc.gov/preconception/showyourlove/documents/Healthier_Baby_Me_Plan.pdf
FERTILITY GOALSHEALTH GOALS
BE AWARE OF GOALS AND COMMUNICATE THEM TO YOUR DOCTOR
Sexually transmitted infections
Tubal Factor: 18% of infertility
Chlamydia: 2.9 Million cases and 1.5 Million cases treated annually
Gonorrhea: 8 Million cases annually
1 in 15 sexually active 14-19 yo females have Chlamydia
AvoidanceEarly Detection and treatment
http://www.cdc.gov/std/healthcomm/the-facts.htm
Smoking54% higher chance of infertility
Accounts for up to 13% of infertility
50% lower chance of pregnancy with IVF!
Increased risk with increased amounts
Damages the ovarian “egg pool”
Don’t Wait!
Smoking
Quitting makes a difference
http://women.smokefree.gov
Alcohol1 in 8 women binge drink (4 or
more in 2-3h)Infertility may be more likely with
over 5 - 8 drinks / week or repeated binge drinking
beyond infertility - breast cancer, heart disease, unintended
pregnancy, and fetal alcohol syndrome
Weight
Low BMIBody fat is key
Low BMI
Normal BMI, low body fat
Excessive intense cardio may result in hormone problems
Menstrual irregularity
Infertility with regular menses
Goal 150 minutes moderate intensity per week
Obesity/Elevated BMI
Irregular mensesRegular menses
Still reduced fertilityPregnancy complicationsHealth complications
Eat healthyFruits/VegetablesLean meat, small
portionsBeans, eggs, nuts
Whole grainsAvoiding saturated /
trans fats(Possibly) 1 full fat dairy
every few days*
Environmental toxins
Medical term: Endocrine disruptors
Interrupt hormones in our bodyCumulative effect
work toxins, solvents, plastics, cosmetics, detergents
http:/www.prhe.ucsf.edu/prhe/pdfs/ToxicMatters.pdf.http://www.marchofdimes.com/pregnancy/stayingsafe_indepth.html
Stress / Mental HealthInfrequently the sole cause of true infertility
Sexual dysfunction
Ovulatory disturbances
Some meds can affect hormones
Conflicting data
Definitely associated with stopping treatments
Can affect relationships
Seek support/Communicate
Health Conditions
Contributing Medical ConditionsInsulin resistance/Type 2 Diabetes
Thyroid disease
Pituitary disease
Depression/anxiety
Vaginismus, painful intercourse, sexual dysfunction
Cancers (1/8 are reproductive aged or younger)
Gynecologic
Many more ...
Gynecologic issuesFibroidsPolyps
EndometriosisPCOS
Primary ovarian insufficiency
Irregular periods?See your doctorPrevent a bigger
Problem!
ChemotherapyRadiation
www.fertilehope.org
Cancer treatments
Cumulative effects
Each new issue Builds on the last
MenSteroids/Testosterone
Supplements, topical, injections, pills
Tobacco
First and second-hand smoke issues!
Alcohol
Obesity
Illness/Injury
diabetes, severe kidney damage, paraplegia
High heat environment
Varicoceles - consider monitoring or treatment
Toxins
ToxinsSperm background
Sperm are made in about 72d
They live in storage for about 15-25 days in the epidymus
1,000 shown to be harmful to animal reproduction and nearly 4 Million untested
Safety
Avoid skin contact
Store in sealed containers
Wash hands
Change clothes (don’t bring it home!)
Safety gear
LeadDibromochloropropane
WeldingSevin
Toluenediamine, Dinitrotoluene
Ethylene DibromidePlastic ProductionEthylene Glycol
PerchloroethyleneMercury Vapor
HeatMilitary Radar
KeponeBromine Vapor
Radiation (high level)2,4-D
Carbon disulfide
State of the rt:Egg freezing
Infertility is not an inconvenience;
it is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs the body’s ability to
perform the basic function of reproduction
www.reproductivefacts.org
Resourceswww.asrm.org
www.reproductivefacts.org
www.cdc.gov
www.perinatalweb.org
http://www.cdc.gov/preconception/showyourlove/documents/Healthier_Baby_Me_Plan.pdf
www.fertilehope.org
www.resolve.org