Infertility
Spanish: Infertilidad
Description
Infertility is a medical condition defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse. It affects both men and women and can be caused by a variety of factors including hormonal imbalances, anatomical issues, and environmental influences.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters may encounter variants such as 'esterilidad' in colloquial contexts, but it is important to use 'infertilidad' in formal medical settings. Be aware of the emotional weight of this term, as discussions around infertility can be sensitive for patients.
Example Sentences
EN: The couple sought medical advice after struggling with infertility for several years.
ES: La pareja buscó atención médica después de luchar con la infertilidad durante varios años.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'infertilidad' with 'esterilidad'; mixing up infertility with other reproductive issues like 'barrenness'; mispronouncing 'infertilidad' as 'infertelidad'
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