Dr. Varsha Patil Sheds Light On Infertility: Understanding Causes And Enhancing Fertility

Infertility is a problem that several couples face across the world. For many, the prospect of a child is one that brings about great hope and anticipation for the future. Many desire to be parents and bring a biological child into this world. However, things on the fertility front are not always easy to detect.

Due to the taboo nature of this conversation, it is true that many of us don't have the clarity that we require about fertility and reproductive health of men and women. Owing to this blip in our knowledge system as well as several myths and environmental factors, there are several misconceptions surrounding the topic.

Dr. Varsha Patil is a distinguished IVF specialist and a Clinical Embryologist with extensive experience in infertility treatment, is set to expand her footprint to Dubai this year. Here is what she has to say about the topic at hand.

On the Causes of High Infertility Rates in Today's World

This rising infertility in the Middle East due to lifestyle, cultural, and societal factors is certainly a cause for concern. Medical sciences have made good progress with artificial reproductive technology, but we have to consider the environmental and other factors contributing to the diminishing of fertility potential.

According to studies, rising infertility can be greatly attributed to lifestyle choices. Smoking, drinking, and not eating a balanced diet which naturally affects health, specifically potency and fertility. Female infertility is directly related to the sun exposure. The lack of exposure to sunlight significantly reduces the absorption of Vitamin D & that could cause imbalance in the hormones.

Anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), is a hormone needed in maintaining female reproduction. Vitamin D is essential for AMH & regulation of cholesterol, may affect conception and fertility.

Obese individuals are at risk for decreased uterus receptivity and diminished egg quality due to hormonal imbalances. Obesity is also often the reason for secondary infertility too. In addition to lifestyle and health factors, a study published in 2014 pointed out higher levels of females prioritising career resulting in late family planning/late marriages.

Biological clock is ticking, egg quality can decline significantly as can sperm quality in men with advancing age. Most importantly struggling with infertility in a culture that welcomes large families can be a big emotional hurdle for couples. The increasing number of genetic disorders among newborns due to lifestyle & delayed marriages are also the reason for the growing interest in PGD.

On lifestyle changes that men and women could undertake to improve their health and fertility rates

Understanding the basics of fertility and implementation for both the partners so that the recent advancements are helpful & not detrimental to us in any way. Visit experts & plan you personal , professional & social life.

Biological clock: Prioritising Family planning at right time.

Routine: Proper food, sleep,drink, sun exposure, travel, exercise are required. Circadian rythm is important for hormonal flow.

Habits: Excessive smoking, drinking alchohol and eating red meat, long working hours in front of computers can affect fertility

Fitness: Exercise within limits just enough for better circulation.

On common myths that people hold with regard to child conception and infertility

Myths are multiple :

Later is better/Carrier first

-Consanguineous marriage is okay as it is acceptable by our society.

-Multiple women partners means assured pregnancy.

-Infertility is only issue of women

-Intimacy is good means fertility is compatible .

-Obesity means health.

-Excessive weight loss or gain doesn't affect fertility

-Radiotherapy or chemotherapy means can't have baby.

On the steps we could take to move towards an "affordable and stress-free fertility journeys for patients worldwide"

As we all know a huge percentage of individuals decide very late about having their own baby. This could be looked into earlier.

Plan well in advance your personal life along with your career & retirement goals considering overall personality & expectations of an individual. Have realistic goals. Diet, exercise & healthy habits must be taken care of most sub fertility cases. Early reproductive life pregnancy should be considered. So timing is crucial in planning of pregnancy. Secondly nutrition , circulation detoxification & holistic medicine helps. Also advanced treatment if required should not be delayed, for better results.

Diagnosis treatment plan, follow ups & reanalyzing is essential. At times repeated IVF cycles is necessary.

Sometimes the factors affecting your fertility are easy to detect and treat, but in many cases a specific reason for infertility may be difficult to identify. The sooner you meet with a specialist, the sooner you will find answers and be able to realize your dream of having a child. Detoxes are required to reset the natural hormonal rhythm.Having family or loved ones around helps.

On what sets her own IVF chain in Dubai, Jananee, apart

According to Colliers, the Emirates spends more than $200 million per year on fertility treatments. Non-citizens have access to insurance packages that rarely cover IVF or other fertility treatments. Dubai residents spend an estimated minimum of Dh 20,000 to Dh 40,000 per cycle of IVF. Additional services are charged extra.

However, many who need fertility treatments can't afford anywhere closer to the figures that are charged in UAE. Our model will successfully provide services at lesser costs without compromising.

Holistic fertility model that we planning would be the leading worldwide next generation fertility clinic.Our in-house unique holistic approaches delivering personalised care and unparalleled patient experience, with the very best fertility professionals and holistic experts to transform the way a couple would access fertility services and achieve the most successful outcomes.

1. Our patient is always our prime responsibility that we take care with precision , empathy & humanity.

2. To provide Financial assistance & counselling before & during the treatment will be free at all time.

3. To treat the patient with utmost respect, dignity, understanding, transparency and

confidentiality.

4. To strive to practice current and evidence-based reproductive medicines and treating individuals as a whole.

5. To the most efficient and effective modalities of treatment to ensure a

continuous quality of care and quality assurance in the services provided that the couple would enjoy fertility journey & motherhood .

6. To encourage and organize educational programs to further our knowledge

in the field of reproductive medicine. Free fertility camps for awareness.

7. To follow the guidelines of ethical behavior as outlined by the UAE

Council of Medical Research for all reproductive medicine units.

8. To Stay updated with the modern facilities so that we can get better and

accurate with changing times while always considering fertility is a natural thing.

9.promoting natural conception which is healthier cheaper option as a matter of choice.

10.comparatively much cheaper ivf packages with better clarity.

11. Catering to all strata's of society. Without compromising on treatment at any stage.

12. We believe that motherhood & fatherhood is individuals right & must not be denied on grounds of affordability.