What are the causes of infertility from a TCM perspective?

Doctor's Answer

Thanks for the D2D. From a TCM perspective, the kidneys, spleen and liver are the most important organs in maintaining fertility. The kidneys play a key role in successful conception and reproduction. The spleen is in charge of producing qi and blood while the liver is responsible for maintaining its smooth flow within the body.

Kidney and spleen deficiency can result in reduced nourishment to the reproductive organs, which may in turn hinder conception. Weak body constitution, poor diet and unhealthy lifestyle are the common causes for deficient kidney and spleen syndrome.

Liver qi stagnation is another common reason for infertility. A fast pace life, demanding jobs and lack of work-life balance is undoubtedly causing mental and physical stress on the body, impacting fertility. Stress affects liver qi, hindering smooth circulation of qi and blood to the entire body, including the reproductive organs.

In the women, it can affect her ovulation and implantation. She may also produce poor quality eggs. In the man, it affects his sperm count and quality. His sexual performance may also decline.

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