CAUSES OF INFERTILITY AMONG WOMEN OF CHILD BEARING AGE IN OFFA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE
Abstract
This study investigates the Causes of Infertility among women of child bearing age in Offa Local Government Areas of Kwara State, Nigeria.Infertility remains a significant reproductive health issue, affecting not only individual well-being but also social and martial stability. The research adopts a descriptive survey design, targeting women aged 14-49 years within the community. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and interviews to identify medical, lifestyle, environmental and socio-cultural factors contributing to infertility. The findings reveal that common causes include untreated Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), hormonal imbalances, fibroids, poor nutrition and delayed medical intervention. Socio-cultural beliefs and stigma surrounding infertility were also noted as barriers to seeking treatment. The study recommends increases awareness, early diagnosis, improved access to healthcare, and community education strategies to reduce infertility rates and support affected women.
Full-Text Access Notice
In accordance with the NERD Policy on promoting peer-reviewed publication, public access to the full text of a project, thesis or dissertation is restricted for three years, allowing the author and supervisors sufficient time to pursue peer-reviewed publication.
During this period, researchers with legitimate academic or research purposes may request authorisation directly from the author to enable NERD to release the indexed full texts of the work using the form below.