When Should We See an Infertility Specialist?

If you have been trying to get pregnant with no success then you may seek the assistance of a fertility specialist. Many couples choose this option when natural conception does not occur. Generally, if you meet any of the following points then you may want to seek help.

Any woman who is 35 or younger who has been trying to conceive unsuccessfully for at least 12 months through unprotected sex.
Any woman who has had three miscarriages or more.
When endometriosis or scarring has blocked the fallopian tubes and microsurgery is warranted.
Women who do not ovulate or who do so irregularly.
Couples who have risk factors whether it is due to irregular periods, genital infections, undescended testicles, etc.
Men with low sperm count.
Couples considering IVF or other reproductive technology.
Unexplained infertility, i.e. the couple appears healthy yet cannot conceive.

These are just some of the reasons a couple will want to see a fertility doctor. There are many other issues that could exist and in some cases it is impossible to determine what the problem is or why the couple cannot conceive. Seeking care earlier rather than later is important simply because as time progresses it becomes more difficult to have a child based on egg quality, ovulation, and the like. Because of this couples should consider having complete checkups if they aren’t successful getting pregnant within six months to a year. If a problem is detected then the couple can learn of the treatment options and decide what course they want to take.

Couples should keep in mind that fertility treatments are expensive and in many cases insurance does not cover them. In some situations, some insurance policies may cover a portion but that is not always the case. Always research your options first and then decide how to proceed.

When Should We See an Infertility Specialist?

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