Question
Is infertility inherited? My mother had trouble conceiving. Now, I'm having the same problem.
Answer
Infertility is a complex problem that can arise from a number of factors involving one or both partners. Sometimes the exact cause can't be identified. Although female infertility is not directly inherited, many conditions — some with a genetic component — may play a role. For example, some ovulation disorders are inherited. But other common causes of female infertility — such as fallopian tube blockage or damage — are not inherited.
Last Updated: 09/05/2006
