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Let’s try to dig a bit deeper into understanding the latest available information on this. And maybe this will help some couples explore more details when they consult their GP or gynaec or IVF doctor.

• Does infertility run in the family?
• What genetic factors cause infertility?
• Can IVF treatments help?

Quoting the NCBI-USA, infertility affects nearly 7% of all couples and it has been estimated that nearly 50% of infertility cases are due to genetic defects.

Does infertility run in the family?

Coupled who visit the AKPI Women’s Hospital in Nashik for infertility treatment often ask this question, “Is infertility genetic?” And the response they can expect is – Infertility, both in male and female, can be caused by a number of parameters. It is a complex condition, and it might be due to many other reasons. Only a through checkup may reveal some causes, and in many cases it may be completely unexplained.

So if the woman’s mother has troubles getting pregnant, should that hamper here chances of conceiving a baby?

So it is linked to the diagnosis and understanding of factors that might have caused infertility in woman’s mother. Apart from the genetics, there can be many other factors like toxicity in the environment, medical conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, uterine fibroids, among others that may have an influence.

What genetic factors cause infertility?

Research says that some of the infertility cases are due to hereditary genes. So if the couples parents had some of the following conditions, they may be passed on to the couple, either the man or woman, and may lead to infertility challenges. And in some cases, it might be a first time condition in a couple, that then might pass on to their future generations. Listed below are some that you can discuss with your doctor.

Endometriosis: Women with a family history endometriosis have high chances of the endometrial tissue growing outside the uterus and causing pelvic pain. And though this might not be the only parameter, your doctor will be able to guide you on further treatment.

PCOS: Another condition that may pass on to daughters from their mothers is PCOS. However, PCOS is known to be most common cases where infertility in the affected women can be treated.

Chromosomal Conditions: These hereditary conditions can affect both the man and the woman. This condition can be diagnosed by a genetic blood test on both partners to rule out the cause of infertility.

Male Factor Infertility: In some cases, male factor infertility may get passed on to the son from father. So if the father underwent an IVF treatment it is very likely the son may need one in his future.

Inherited Genetic Diseases and Unexplained infertility: The complexities are high in case of infertility issues. And here, proper diagnosis is required to rule out many of the known causes.

Can IVF treatments help?

Infertility is a very testing time for the couple and their families. Here, modern fertility treatments like IVF can help successfully undergo the fertility journey. So if you are exploring infertility causes for yourself or someone in your family, and would like to filter out hereditary causes that may affect fertility, it is advisable to consultation your gynecologist or fertility specialist.