surgery for infertility

Anticipating any surgical procedure can be an unsettling experience. When the surgery is related to an infertility condition, it comes with an emotional element that is unique to couples seeking to conceive. Couples facing this kind of surgery sometimes feel additional pressure because much is riding on the success or outcome of the procedure. They may desperately hope that the surgery will finally solve their problem and enable them to conceive. This is a natural reaction, however it isn’t always realistic. Remember that correcting fertility problems sometimes takes time and may require multiple treatments.

Several male and female related fertility problems can be treated with surgery. For male conditions, infertility surgery usually involves repairing structural abnormalities that are affecting the flow of sperm and/or seminal fluid. Female conditions that require surgery are more varied and include endometriosis, tubal factors and fibroids. Some conditions can be treated with drug therapy instead of surgery. As always, discuss all of your treatment options with your healthcare provider.

This section highlights male and female conditions that often require surgery. There’s information here about the procedures, costs, side effects and results.