Infertility affects the quality of life of Southwestern Nigerian women and their partners

Esan, Deborah Tolulope; Nnamani, Kelechukwu Queedaline; Ogunkorode, Agatha; Muhammad, Fatimah; Oluwagbemi, Olamide Oluyemisi; Ramos, Carlos Guillermo

doi:10.1016/j.ijans.2022.100506

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“…However, in some typical rural African societies, such as the Talensi and the Nabdam communities, there is little or no support for couples experiencing infertility. Our finding is inconsistent with some studies where couples expressed psychological/financial support from partners/family members in the time of childlessness [ 3 , 40 ]. Evidence indicates that even if family and other loved ones fail to provide adequate and positive support, the partner’s empathy, and affection, with adequate support provides the necessary emotional support for the partner to keep hope alive and continue the fertility treatment [ 3 ].…”

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“…Some families faced with infertility tend to get closer to offer support, compassion and understanding amidst the highly anxious situation [ 40 ]. However, in some typical rural African societies, such as the Talensi and the Nabdam communities, there is little or no support for couples experiencing infertility.…”

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“…A recent study in Nigeria revealed that the first choice of treatment for infertility problems by couples was the hospital [ 40 ]. Participants in the present study sought for traditional remedies for the management of infertility instead of the orthodox form of treatment.…”

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Exploring the cultural perspectives and implications of infertility among couples in the Talensi and Nabdam Districts of the upper east region of Ghana

Kuug

James

Jardien-Baboo

2023

Contracept Reprod Med

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Background Infertility remains a major clinical and social problem, affecting approximately one in every 10 couples. It is a reproductive health condition that is silently experienced with deep repercussions in the essence of self. In Ghana childbearing is considered a social prestige, where the couples are unduly pressurized to bear children for purposes of genealogical continuity. Purpose This study explored the cultural perspectives and implications among males and females experiencing infertility in the Talensi and Nabdam districts of the Upper East Region of Ghana. Methods This study used an ethnographic design to explore the perspectives of couples on socio-cultural beliefs about infertility on 15 participants made up of 8 male and 7 female couple units. Participants were selected using a purposive sampling technique while semi-structured interviews were used to explore the cultural implications on male and female couple units. The data were analysed using Tesch’s method of analysing qualitative data. Results Two broad themes and five subthemes emerged from the data analysis regarding the cultural implications of infertility. The major themes and subthemes include: (1) Varying cultural perceptions of infertility (Cultural beliefs and perceptions regarding causes of infertility, cultural consequences of infertility and traditional remedies for infertility), and (2) family dynamics stemming from infertility (abuse from family members, and parenthood as a standard for family inheritance). Conclusions This study adduces evidence of the cultural implications of infertility in rural Ghana. Considering the cultural inclination of most Ghanaian communities, especially the current study setting, it is imperative that policymakers and public health practitioners should consider fertility interventions that are culturally sensitive. Also, culturally sensitive intervention programs that are targeted at increasing the awareness of the rural population on fertility and its treatment should be considered.

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Exploring the cultural perspectives and implications of infertility among couples in the Talensi and Nabdam Districts of the upper east region of Ghana

Kuug

James

Jardien-Baboo

2023

Contracept Reprod Med

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“…Given this challenge, Esan et al (2022) bring to the fore that the healthcare system in South Africa offers various infertility treatments and support services, including in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), but access to these services is limited and costly, creating disparities in care. Having said that, it is important to note that Esan et al (2022) do not make reference and provision to the cultural nuances that pertain to infertility among amaXhosa. This is enough to indicate that there are shortcomings and limitations in the context of infertility including disparities in access to infertility treatments, particularly for subjugated and low-income communities (Diko 2023).…”

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Cultural religion and infertility in South Africa with particular focus on amaXhosa

Diko

2024

Theologia Viatorum

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The challenge of women’s infertility in the South African context, particularly in rural communities, continues to be a plague because of cultural and religious systems that are interwoven in these communities. The amaXhosa ethnic group is no exception to this challenge given that it is profoundly rooted in its ethnological and religious belief systems. Nevertheless, the fair popularity of this conundrum does not denote that it is not a problem that compromises people’s welfare with major adversarial effects on women. Therefore, this article aims to conduct a scoping literature review to reflect on and explore the cultural and religious implications as well as intricacies of infertility among the amaXhosa ethnic group. The principal findings and discussions indicate that amaXhosa, specifically those that are deemed a couple, are compelled to bear children because of cultural and religious expectations that are further linked to societal expectations. On account of this, the principal arguments herein indicate the necessity to contest and examine how African religious systems, in the context of amaXhosa, configure the overall existence of many individuals, with special reference to issues of infertility.Contribution: The scholarly significance of this article lies in the stimulation of ethnological and religious dialogues that pursue to serve as agents of social transformation in the South African context. In addition to this, the emphasis is on the existing gap that points out that some of the injustices that exist in today’s society are profoundly rooted in African culture and its religious facets.

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Investigating fertility health knowledge and lifestyle risk factors among Nigerian university students: A cross-sectional survey

Wellington

2024

International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health

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Objectives Adolescents who are unaware of infertility risk factors and the long-term health effects of their lifestyle choices may participate in unsafe sexual and lifestyle behaviors. Their reproductive goals and health may be affected by such behaviors. Adolescents’ awareness of male and female infertility risk factors was assessed, along with lifestyle risk variables related to sexual behavior and psychoactive substance use. The causes of inconsistent condom use were also examined. Methods In 2022, a cross-sectional survey was undertaken involving 598 sexually active university students from Nigeria (18.6 years±0.9), the majority of whom were female (57.2 %). Descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis, and binary logistic regression were utilized in the data analysis to determine the influence of lifestyle factors and levels of knowledge on fertility. Results Most participants had a moderate understanding of male and female infertility risk factors. The results showed that female students were more informed. Multiple sexual partners and psychoactive substance use were common lifestyle variables. Younger female students, those with several partners, and participants who frequently used alcohol and narcotics used condoms inconsistently. Conclusions The study emphasizes the need for fertility health and lifestyle risk education for Nigerian youth. Despite moderate knowledge, lifestyle implications on fertility are unclear. Fertility health education in schools could help students make informed reproductive choices and lower the risk of infertility and chronic diseases. Research is needed to confirm findings and inform nationwide targeted interventions.

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Infertility affects the quality of life of Southwestern Nigerian women and their partners

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Exploring the cultural perspectives and implications of infertility among couples in the Talensi and Nabdam Districts of the upper east region of Ghana

Exploring the cultural perspectives and implications of infertility among couples in the Talensi and Nabdam Districts of the upper east region of Ghana

Cultural religion and infertility in South Africa with particular focus on amaXhosa

Investigating fertility health knowledge and lifestyle risk factors among Nigerian university students: A cross-sectional survey

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