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Infertility significantly impacts both the physical and emotional well-being of individuals and is particularly prevalent in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria. Since many causes of infertility are avoidable, there is potential for public health initiatives and Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG3) to play a role in health education and prevention. This scoping review aimed to assess existing literature for a better understanding of the factors relevant to analyzing how SDG3 might influence Nigerian women’s ability to mitigate the physical and mental effects of infertility. Exhaustive searches were conducted across electronic databases including Scopus, Web of Science, JSTOR, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and PubMed. The initial review commenced in October 2023, with the final search concluded in March 2024. Identified papers underwent screening using the PRISMA extension for scoping review flow diagrams. After removing duplicates and screening titles and abstracts, 1,340 papers were identified, with 169 reports evaluated for inclusion. Ultimately, 46 papers met the inclusion criteria for this scoping review. Data analysis revealed various factors contributing to the burden of infertility among Nigerian women, encompassing medical conditions, modifiable risk factors, environmental influences, physical and psychological stressors, and policy-related considerations. Socio-economic factors were also implicated in infertility within this population. However, significant gaps in knowledge persist, as no substantial findings were uncovered regarding the true causes across these categories. Therefore, addressing the burden of infertility among Nigerian women requires a multi-faceted approach including interventions aligned with SDG3, public awareness campaigns, health screening initiatives, utilization of assisted reproductive technologies, provision of physical and psychological wellness services, as well as counseling support.
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