Idiopathic infertility (unknown cause), is the most frustrating diagnosis given to couples trying to conceive. Read on to find out why it may be happening and what can be done about it.
Unexplained infertility occurs when all medical tests and other possible barriers to conception have been ruled out. An idiopathic diagnosis is by far the most frustrating diagnosis for a couple. Of the 1 in 5 couples who have difficulty becoming pregnant within one year of trying, up to 20% will be diagnosed with unexplained infertility.
If you’ve been diagnosed with unexplained infertility, consider seeing someone who can help you in these areas which are often neglected in the medical profession:
- Stress management
- Sleep quality
- Diet
- Supplementation advice
- Digestive health
If these areas are not properly addressed, the body (including the reproductive system) will not function optimally, and conception may be delayed.
Aware of the importance of diet and supplementation on fertility health, Drew made the decision to further his training in orthomolecular nutrition to help people optimize their fertility naturally. Very few Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) practitioners have this additional training, making Drew an obvious choice for your fertility health.
Diet and Fertility. Newsweek posts a 2007 article talking about the results of the Nurses Health Study…must-know information!
Contact Drew today and discover how he can help improve your fertility.
Hi Drew,
My husband and I have been trying for baby #2 for 11 months. There were three early pregnancy loss (all less than 4 weeks). The blood test showed no abnormality other than high level of prolactin level. My doctors feel that there is no reason for us to be concerned as I already gave birth to a child.
In 2001, I had a surgery for endocarditis. I now have a mechanical valve and taking coumadin. In 2006, I gave a birth to a healthy boy (without any fertility treatment).
I just came back from a consultation with Chinese herbal doctor/acupuncturist. He checked my pulse and tongue, and told me the blood circulation to my liver is weak. He said when the blood circulation to the liver is weak, it impacts one’s health overall. He was very correct about my dizziness. He felt that I would benefit from taking Chinese herbal. He also said acupuncture alone will take a lot longer to improve my situation. He decided to decline to treat me as he felt Coumadin and his prescription will interfere with each other.
I wanted to know if you would be willing to see me at all. I have gone to see a naturopathic doctor before for other issues and he also declined me as well (worried about coumadin). Am I a type of patient that natural medicine doctors avoid???
M. C.
Thanks for emailing.
You’re previous TCM doctor was correct. Some TCM herbs can increase or decrease the effectiveness of Coumadin and many of the herbs we use for fertility fall into this category. He was also correct when he said that the herbal therapy is stronger than the acupuncture alone (combination is best) and that it may take longer to get results with just acupuncture. However, using acupuncture along with proper diet and supplement advice for both you and your husband (some supplements would need to be used cautiously with you) can increase your chances safely and naturally.
As long as you have had extensive testing to rule out any specific causes of your recent miscarriages (thyroid issues, bacterial infections, fibroids etc.) then I would suggest taking a good look at what both you and your husband are eating. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is for both of you to have healthy gametes to achieve a full term pregnancy.
I would be happy to help you both with your diet/supplement routine…give one of the clinics a call and we can get started.