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Breaking the Silence: Unveiling the Stigma and Struggles of Women Undergoing Infertility Treatment in Chennai

Author(s) Gnana Sarjana Ramakrishnan, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Gomathy Priya Venkatachalam, Vanitha Narayanasamy Naidu, Tamilselvi Palani
Country India
Abstract Background
Infertility profoundly affects women, impacting their emotional, social, and psychological well-being. Women undergoing infertility treatment often face significant stigma, leading to feelings of inadequacy and isolation. Societal pressures to conceive exacerbate emotional distress and strain relationships. Additionally, the financial burden of treatment adds to these challenges.
Title
“Exploring the stigma and life challenges faced by women undergoing infertility treatment at selected Tertiary Care Centre in Chennai.”
Objective
To explore the stigma and life challenges faced by women undergoing infertility treatment at selected Tertiary Care Centre in Chennai.
Materials and Methods
The study adopted a phenomenological qualitative research design with 10 participants selected using purposive sampling. Data collection included socio-demographic data forms and semi-structured interviews.
Results
The findings revealed five key themes. The Emotional Impact theme highlighted a strong desire for motherhood, with treatment failures leading to sadness, hopelessness, and feelings of personal failure. Social Stigma involves societal expectations, hurtful comments, and exclusion. Relationship Dynamics revealed the marital strain, though some women found support from their husbands. Coping Strategies included avoiding triggering situations, reliance on spirituality, and emotional resilience. Financial and Physical Strain addressed the financial burden and physical exhaustion of treatment.
Conclusion
The study underscores the multifaceted challenges women face during infertility treatment, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support systems, including emotional and financial resources, to improve care delivery and enhance emotional well-being.
Keywords Stigma, Life challenges, Infertility women, Tertiary Care Centre
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-02-08
Cite This Breaking the Silence: Unveiling the Stigma and Struggles of Women Undergoing Infertility Treatment in Chennai - Gnana Sarjana Ramakrishnan, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Gomathy Priya Venkatachalam, Vanitha Narayanasamy Naidu, Tamilselvi Palani - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36675
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36675
Short DOI https://doi.org/g84d9q
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