Medical & Surgical Treatment for Infertility

Medical Treatment for Infertility

Certain medical conditions – especially those that can interfere with the normal menstrual cycle – can contribute to infertility and, in some cases, may be the only factor standing between you and pregnancy. Management of these conditions is crucial for achieving pregnancy and ensuring a healthy pregnancy course.

Thyroid Disease

Both overactive and underactive thyroid glands can interfere with normal menstruation. Blood tests can diagnose thyroid issues, and treatment with thyroid hormone replacement can restore normal ovulation.

Diabetes/Insulin Resistance

Elevated insulin levels can cause irregular menses and infertility. Weight loss through diet and exercise or treatment with oral medication can restore ovulation in many cases.

Elevated Prolactin (Hyperprolactinemia)

High prolactin levels, often caused by a benign pituitary growth, can suppress ovulation. Treatment with oral medication can lower prolactin levels and restore ovulation.

Surgical Treatment for Infertility

Structural abnormalities in the reproductive tract can cause infertility. Surgical correction may allow natural conception. Common conditions include:

Uterine Fibroids

Fibroids can distort the uterine cavity and interfere with pregnancy. Depending on their size and location, they can be removed via hysteroscopy, abdominal myomectomy, or robotic-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy.

Endometrial Polyps

Polyps in the uterine lining can interfere with pregnancy. They are typically removed hysteroscopically in a same-day procedure.

Uterine Septum

A uterine septum can cause infertility or pregnancy loss. Surgical correction is performed hysteroscopically to restore normal uterine shape.

Endometriosis

Endometriosis can cause scarring and infertility. Laparoscopy or robotic-assisted surgery can remove scar tissue and restore normal anatomy, improving fertility and reducing pain.