Gestational Surrogacy in Nigeria: A Retrospective Study from a Private Fertility Center “Our babies, your uterus.”A retrospective study on gestational surrogacy at a private fertility center in South West NigeriaAuthors: Mojisola M. Aderonmu, MBBS, FWACS, FMCOG; Adebisi N. Oyero, MBBS; Olaitan B. Shote, MBBS;Chinelo G. Okonkwo, RN, BNSc; Oladapo A. Ashiru, MBBS, MS, PhD, HCLD/CC…
ELEVATED SCROTAL TEMPERATURE CAUSES MALE INFERTILITY ELEVATED SCROTAL TEMPERATURE BY OUR MODERN TECHNOLOGY IS A MAJOR CAUSE OF MALE INFERTILITY. Introduction Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system defined by the failure of a heterosexual couple to achieve a clinical pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Thus, a couple…
Cigarette smoking and infertility. Incidence About 30% of reproductive-age women and 35% of reproductive-age men in the US smoke cigarettes. In addition, many adolescents and teenage girls, despite costly and long-standing campaigns to limit their use. Several studies have shown a causal association between cigarette smoking and infertility. Therefore, in this article, we discuss the…
Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Infertility The Relationship between Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Infertility: A Global Perspective with Focus on Nigeria and Africa In a previous writing, I alluded to the fact that infection is the most common cause of infertility. A presentation made at the World Fertility Congress gave a detailed exposition of these…
Understanding Factors Behind Unsuccessful IVF Understanding the Factors Behind Unsuccessful IVF and Ensuring Successful Outcomes Introduction: In vitro fertilization (IVF) has revolutionized reproductive medicine, offering hope to millions of couples struggling with infertility. At the same time, IVF has proven to be a highly effective technique. However, it is essential to acknowledge that success…
Low Sperm Count Is Treatable, Say Fertility Experts Experts Encourage Men to Seek Medical Help Fertility experts Dr. Gabriel Ogah and Dr. Mojisola Aderonmu confirm that low sperm count is treatable. They urge men with this condition to seek proper medical intervention. However, successful treatment depends on identifying the underlying cause. Many people do not realize…
Causes of Infertility. The definition of infertility is essential in discussing the cause of infertility. Accordingly, infertility is defined as a condition whereby a couple cannot get pregnant. Usually, after a year of regular unprotected intercourse. Unfortunately, it affects millions of couples worldwide. More specifically, many people are affected by infertility at some point during…
Thyroid Health: The Missing Link in Your Fertility Journey The Crucial Role of the Thyroid Many couples don’t realize that good thyroid function is essential for fertility. A thyroid gland that is underactive or overactive can prevent conception and a healthy pregnancy. While infertility has many causes, suboptimal thyroid function is often the “missing link,”…
Fertility Expert: Women More Open to Discussing Issues Than Men A leading fertility expert, Prof. Oladapo Ashiru, states that women are more open than men when discussing fertility problems. He made this statement at an event organized by Lions Club International District 404B2 Nigeria to mark International Women’s Month. The event’s theme was ‘Break the…
Q&A: The State of Fertility Care in Nigeria Q: There is no law regulating fertility clinics in Nigeria, yet demand is high. What is your take? A: That statement is not entirely accurate. In Nigeria, fertility clinics operate under established professional guidelines. The Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) has provided robust guidelines for Assisted…