Biomedical Therapy - International Academy of Homotoxicology

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) Specialized Applications
Contributions of
Biological Medicine in Infertility
Although it is debatable whether
this figure has increased, it appears
reasonably certain that women
have been increasingly postponing
their first pregnancy because of
their studies, work, or, simply, personal
fulfillment. As we will see in
the following text, this produces a
complex situation that is of great
significance for biological medicine.
2 Broadly speaking, the causes
of infertility can be summarized as
shown in the Figure.
Study centers specializing in infertility
have developed well-designed
Figure. Causes of Infertility 3
By Gaston Orellana Alvarellos, MD
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Infertility, defined as the inability to complete a pregnancy
within a reasonable period (usually 12 months) in cases in
which no contraceptives are used, is a problem that affects
1 in every 6 couples. 1
10%
20%
diagnostic methods, treatment protocols,
and follow-up criteria that
are generally free of controversy.
Nevertheless, from the standpoint of
homotoxicology, which presupposes
a more holistic consideration of
each pathological event, 4 I believe a
different light can be cast on this
particular subject. First, attention
must be focused on the 10% of cases
in which infertility is of unexplained
etiology, while remaining cognizant
of the fact that these considerations
are valid for all cases. In addition,
there is another area that has unex-
10%
30%
30%
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pectedly come to the forefront in
my personal experience; therefore, it
will be necessary to discuss this area
from a personal standpoint.
In Chile, a forum has been set up for
women being treated for infertility
to share their experiences on the Internet.
5 In this forum, members have
mentioned the recurrent appearance
of studies promoting treatment referred
to as “alternative” concurrently
with conventional treatment. Because
my name has appeared in
connection with successful cases, I
have had to assume responsibility
and consider, from both theoretical
and practical standpoints (in combination
with acupuncture), the concepts
I would like to share.
Most, if not all, of my patients have
been aged between 30 and 40 years.
This is what I mean when I say that
women have postponed pregnancy
until they have reached the age of
Uterotubal factors
Male factors
Ovulatory factors
Sperm mobility factors
Unexplained factors