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Evaluating Infertility
Evaluating Infertility
- What is an infertility evaluation?
Exams and tests are used in an infertility evaluation to try to figure out why you and your partner haven't been able to conceive. Treatment may be possible if a cause is discovered. Even if no cause is established, infertility can often be successfully treated.
The first assessment is usually done by your ob-gyn. A reproductive endocrinologist may also be consulted (an ob-gyn with special training in infertility). A man may schedule an appointment with an urologist. It's important to pick an expert with whom you feel more comfortable.
- When should I consider having an infertility evaluation?
If you haven't become pregnant after a year of regular sexual intercourse without taking birth control, experts recommend getting an infertility evaluation. After 6 months of attempting, an evaluation is suggested if you are over 35. If you're over 40, schedule an evaluation with your obstetrician–gynecologist (ob-gyn) now.
- What causes infertility?
Ovulation problems are the most common cause of female infertility. An issue with sperm cells and how they operate is the most common cause of male infertility. Age, lifestyle, and health issues are among factors that can affect fertility. Unexplained infertility is the term used when no cause of infertility is discovered.
Moderate or severe use of alcohol, as well as smoking, can impair fertility in women.
Evaluating Infertility
Evaluating Infertility
- What is an infertility evaluation?
Exams and tests are used in an infertility evaluation to try to figure out why you and your partner haven't been able to conceive. Treatment may be possible if a cause is discovered. Even if no cause is established, infertility can often be successfully treated.
The first assessment is usually done by your ob-gyn. A reproductive endocrinologist may also be consulted (an ob-gyn with special training in infertility). A man may schedule an appointment with an urologist. It's important to pick an expert with whom you feel more comfortable.
- When should I consider having an infertility evaluation?
If you haven't become pregnant after a year of regular sexual intercourse without taking birth control, experts recommend getting an infertility evaluation. After 6 months of attempting, an evaluation is suggested if you are over 35. If you're over 40, schedule an evaluation with your obstetrician–gynecologist (ob-gyn) now.
- What causes infertility?
Ovulation problems are the most common cause of female infertility. An issue with sperm cells and how they operate is the most common cause of male infertility. Age, lifestyle, and health issues are among factors that can affect fertility. Unexplained infertility is the term used when no cause of infertility is discovered.
Moderate or severe use of alcohol, as well as smoking, can impair fertility in women.