How much contraceptive pills will cause infertility?

Written by Li Li Jie
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on June 30, 2025
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Within one year, the use of birth control pills should not exceed three times, and if it is emergency contraception, it is also best not to exceed three times within a year.

Because the side effects of emergency contraceptives are relatively large, they also cause more harm to the human body, and long-term use may even lead to infertility.

Because it contains estrogen, it can cause hormonal imbalances in the body, leading to phenomena such as menstrual disorders and endocrine disruption in women, and in severe cases, it can inhibit ovulation.

Therefore, it is said that one should not take too many contraceptives and should use methods that do not harm the body, such as wearing condoms, getting contraceptive rings, etc.

In addition, it is also important to pay attention to exercise in daily life, to work out more, and to enhance one's own resistance.

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Integrative Medicine
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How does infertility arise?

Infertility can be understood as the causes of infertility. We believe that the factors hindering conception are related to both the female and male partners, with the female factors accounting for 60%, male factors accounting for 30%, and factors involving both partners accounting for 10%. There are many causes of female infertility, primarily disorders related to ovulation and fallopian tube factors. Ovulation disorders include dysfunction of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, ovarian diseases, endocrine metabolic diseases, and systemic diseases. Fallopian tube factors mainly include chronic fallopian tube inflammation, fallopian tube malformations, and pelvic adhesions. Then there are uterine factors, which include poor uterine development, uterine malformations, uterine adhesions, and endometrial tuberculosis. The fourth factor is related to the cervix. The fifth involves the vagina and perineum. Male infertility is mainly due to abnormalities in the semen, sexual function, and immune factors.

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How is infertility defined?

If a couple is under 35 years old, cohabiting, having regular sexual intercourse, and has not used any contraception for over a year, the woman is diagnosed with infertility and the man with male infertility. For couples over 35 years old, cohabiting, having regular sexual intercourse, and not using any contraception for over half a year, the woman is diagnosed with infertility. After a diagnosis of infertility or sterility, it is necessary to visit a local reproductive center for further infertility-related examinations, including semen analysis for the man, ovulation monitoring for the woman, endocrine tests, and fallopian tube examinations, among others.

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Will taking melatonin cause infertility in women?

Taking melatonin daily will not cause infertility in women. Melatonin can help with sleep and regulate immune function, but for women around 30 years old experiencing poor sleep, it should not be taken frequently. Since it is a hormonal medication, long-term use can not only have adverse effects on the body but also lead to dependency. During this period, women should ensure proper rest, engage in appropriate daytime activities, and maintain a regular lifestyle to help improve sleep quality. Additionally, maintaining a good mood is important. If you feel particularly depressed, it is advisable to consult a psychologist.

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Where to apply moxibustion for infertility?

The principle of traditional Chinese medicine treatment for infertility mainly involves nourishing kidney qi, benefiting essence and blood, nurturing the Conception and Thoroughfare Vessels, and regulating menstruation as the general principle, through which syndrome differentiation and treatment are applied to treat the condition accordingly. For infertility moxibustion, the following acupuncture points can be selected: The first one is the Guanyuan point, also known as Dantian, located 3 inches below the navel. The second is the Qihai point, located on the anterior midline of the lower abdomen, 1.5 inches below the center of the navel. The third is the Uterus point, located on the lower abdomen, 4 inches below the center of the navel and 3 inches aside from the midline. The fourth is the Sanyinjiao point, located on the inner side of the lower leg, 3 inches above the tip of the medial malleolus. The fifth is the Zusanli point, located on the outer side of the lower leg, 3 inches below the knee. These are the main acupuncture points.

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What tests are done for secondary infertility?

The most common cause of secondary infertility in women is blocked fallopian tubes. In this case, a hysterosalpingography with iodine oil should be performed to understand the patency of the fallopian tubes and the specific location of the blockage, which can guide future treatment. Additionally, if a woman has abnormal vaginal discharge, a routine gynecological examination should be conducted to check for any cervical lesions. A vaginal secretion test should be performed to see if vaginal inflammation is affecting normal pregnancy. Some women experience infertility after having an abortion or induced abortion, and for these women, it's also worth considering whether uterine issues are causing secondary infertility. A hysteroscopy can be done to investigate this. When a woman experiences secondary infertility, her sexual partner or spouse should also be examined to assess sperm quality and any potential obstacles in the sperm delivery pathway.