Disease Comparison
Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.
Female Infertility
Moderate
1
Symptoms
0
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
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Chronic Kidney Disease
Moderate
3
Symptoms
6
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
Overview
Female Infertility
Female infertility is the inability to become pregnant after regular, unprotected sexual intercourse for a period of time. It can result from problems with ovulation, the fallopian tubes, the uterus, or other reproductive structures. Age is an important factor because fertility generally decreases with increasing age. Infertility may involve one partner or both partners and can sometimes remain unexplained after evaluation.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease is a long-term condition in which the kidneys become damaged or lose function over time. Healthy kidneys remove waste and excess fluid from the blood and help regulate blood pressure, electrolytes, and other important processes. Chronic kidney disease may progress gradually and can eventually lead to kidney failure. Early disease may cause few or no noticeable symptoms.
Symptoms
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Fatigue Upper Abdominal Pain Weight LossCauses
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Autoimmune Disorder Genetics Infection Kidney Disease Obesity SmokingDiagnosis
Female Infertility
Evaluation of female infertility includes a medical and reproductive history and physical examination. Tests may assess ovulation and hormone levels, ovarian reserve, and the structure of the uterus and fallopian tubes. Pelvic ultrasound is commonly used, and other procedures may be performed when indicated. Evaluation of both partners is generally important because infertility may have female, male, combined, or unexplained causes.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Diagnosis uses blood and urine tests to assess kidney function and look for evidence of kidney damage. Blood creatinine is used to estimate the glomerular filtration rate, while urine testing can detect albumin or other abnormalities. Blood pressure measurement and review of medical history are also important. Ultrasound or other imaging may help identify structural abnormalities, obstruction, or other causes. Additional testing may be required when the cause is uncertain.
Prevention
Female Infertility
Not all female infertility can be prevented, particularly infertility related to age, genetics, or some medical conditions. Avoiding smoking and recreational drugs, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, and preventing sexually transmitted infections can help protect reproductive health. Prompt evaluation of menstrual or reproductive problems and appropriate treatment of conditions such as endometriosis or pelvic infections may also help preserve fertility.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Not all chronic kidney disease can be prevented, but controlling conditions that damage the kidneys can reduce risk or slow progression. Maintain healthy blood pressure and blood glucose levels, avoid smoking, stay physically active, and maintain a healthy weight. Use medicines as directed and avoid unnecessary use of medicines that can harm the kidneys. People at increased risk should follow recommended kidney-function and urine testing and seek medical advice for persistent abnormalities.
Risk Factors
Female Infertility
Age is an important risk factor for female infertility because the number and quality of eggs decrease over time. Other factors include smoking, excessive alcohol use, significant weight problems, certain medical conditions, previous pelvic infections or surgery, endometriosis, and disorders affecting ovulation. Some treatments, including chemotherapy and radiation, can also affect fertility.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Risk is increased by diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, older age, smoking, and a family history of kidney disease. Previous acute kidney injury and certain inherited or inflammatory kidney disorders can also increase risk. Long-term use of some medicines or exposure to kidney-toxic substances may contribute. Risk is particularly important when several of these factors occur together.
Treatment
Female Infertility
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Chronic Kidney Disease
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