Yes, tuberculosis (TB) can indeed affect female fertility.
TB, particularly when it spreads beyond the lungs, can significantly impact a woman's reproductive system. According to available information, TB can lead to:
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Tubal infertility
- Menstrual irregularities
- Endometrial scarring
- Increased risk of ectopic pregnancy
All of these conditions can contribute to infertility. In essence, TB can disrupt the normal functioning of the female reproductive organs, making it more difficult to conceive and carry a pregnancy to term.
