Experiences of Women with Male Factor Infertility under In Vitro Fertilization

Miok Kim, Su Jeong Yi and Ju Eun Hong
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Miok Kim: Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Korea
Su Jeong Yi: Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Korea
Ju Eun Hong: Department of Nursing, Dongyang University, Yeongju 36040, Korea

IJERPH, 2020, vol. 17, issue 21, 1-15

Abstract: Purpose: This study attempts to explore the experiences of infertility among women with male factor infertility. Methods: From April to July 2018, nine women with experience of male factor infertility and assistant reproductive technology were interviewed. The transcribed data were qualitatively analyzed to identify major themes and sub-themes representing participants’ experiences with male factor infertility. Results: The analysis indicated that the women’s infertility experiences were structured into five theme clusters: “Difficult to accept the situation”, “Confused inside”, “Destroyed relationships due to blaming and anger”, “Desire social support”, and “Embracing hurt feelings and regaining strength”. Conclusions: Intervention programs are needed to closely investigate the psychological status of women with male factor infertility and help with their physical and psychological well-being. Efforts to address infertility through effective governmental support for infertility, a strategy for promoting the social recognition of infertility, and the health professional’s persistent interest and collaboration, are discussed.

Keywords: infertility; male factor infertility; fertilization in vitro; experiences; life (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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