Infertility - Cervical Hostility to Sperm and How to Treat It

Did you know that your body's cervical mucus could be killing your partner's sperm? Sounds strange huh? Well it isn't. This happens to couples more than people realize. This is an issue when a man's sperm is unable to penetrate the cervix properly in order to get to the egg in the uterus. In this article, we will be discussing what causes this disorder as well what treatment options are available. 
 
When there is an abnormality in a woman's cervical mucus, there are usually no symptoms that will appear to alert her of a problem, other than infertility. The only way to identify this disorder is through proper testing. There are numerous things that can lead a women's body to become hostile to her partner's sperm. Such reasons could be an infection in her lower reproductive tract or there could be an overabundance of anti-sperm antibodies which can actually immobilize the sperm, preventing it from entering the cervix. Other reasons could be that her mucus is too thick and sticky, not compatible with her partner's sperm or just lacking enough mucus to allow the sperm to move easily. 
 
For whatever the reason or cause of this problem for couples, the good news is that there are treatment options available.  

• For Infections: After proper testing has been completed and it shows that there is an infection present, your doctor will probably prescribe antibiotics that will clear up any signs of the infection.
• Mucus that is too thick and sticky: Estrogen tablets have been used to help water down cervical mucus as well as guaifenesin. The ingredient guaifenesin is found in some over the counter cough syrups, such as Robitussin.
• IUI and IVF: Intrauterine insemination and Invitro Fertilization
• To Stop Antisperm Antibodies From Developing: Steroids are used treat this problem, but they may cause serious side effects. 

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