Can a family history of infertility cause abnormal embryos and failure of infertility treatments?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have been married for more than seven years. I am 33 years old, and my husband is 38. We have had some fertility issues and had two failed IUIs, three failed ICSIs, and one failed FET. I had three chemical pregnancies at five weeks with low hCG levels. My hysteroscopy was normal, but my husband had a low sperm count. Later he was prescribed Maxoza, and it improved. I also have thyroid issues and I am taking Thyronorm 25 mcg. My fertility doctor says it was all because of bad egg quality that embryos are not growing further. I am not ready to use a donor egg, but my husband is interested in doing that because of these failures. I do not have any history of infertility in the family. My husband has infertility issues in his family. Could that be the genetic reason for abnormal embryos? What should we do now? Please suggest.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

You have a history of infertility along with thyroid issues. Thyroid abnormalities can cause difficulty in conception due to irregularities of hormones and also result in miscarriages. So have a strict check on thyroid irregularities and have treatment accordingly, as this thyroid's long-term balance can give you a healthy conception and, in the end, a successful pregnancy and baby. You can consult a specialist doctor and take medications with their consent. Have folic acid 5 mg daily and even try for conception naturally by having sex in the fertile period regularly. Quit recreational drugs as they can cause congenital anomalies and reduce fertility. Along with these measures, try to follow a healthy lifestyle. Do regular exercise and drink plenty of water. Also, try to eat a balanced diet and maintain a normal weight.

Thank you.