Common Fertility Answers

Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse or the inability to carry a pregnancy to term. If you are a woman over 35 or have a history of painful periods, irregular cycles, pelvic inflammatory disease, miscarriages—or if you are the male partner and you have a low sperm count—then the time frame is reduced to 6 months.

When to See a FSMG Fertility Specialist

  • If you are under 35 years of age and have been trying to conceive for over 1 year.
  • If you are between the ages of 35–39, seek treatment after 6 months.
  • If you are over 40 years of age and have been trying unsuccessfully to conceive after 3 months.
  • If you have more than two pregnancy losses (Recurring Pregnancy Loss).

The first step in overcoming infertility is an accurate diagnosis of the causes of your infertility. Current data show that among couples seeking treatment for infertility, there is a female problem 35% of the time, a male problem 35% of the time, and a combined problem 20% of the time. In 10% of cases, the cause is termed “unexplained” because all tests results have been normal.

In order to obtain a precise diagnosis, an in-depth study of each partner’s medical history and a thorough infertility work-up will need to be completed. Particular care will be taken so only the appropriate tests are conducted, saving both time and expense.

Diagnostic testing can examine such things as your hormonal patterns, your ovulation cycle, the anatomy of your uterus and fallopian tubes, and sperm shape and motility. If we suspect a fertility problem, additional testing may be required for the female partner, and/or perhaps a urological consultation may be recommended for the male partner.

For more information about causes of infertility and related issues, click a link below:

Treating Infertility

Just as there are many factors that can cause infertility, there are also many factors that can affect your chances for successful infertility treatment.

At FSMG, the couple is an important part of the treatment team. We rely on you to provide us with complete and accurate information about your medical history and to communicate openly with us while you are in our care. That is why we strongly encourage both partners to attend the initial consultation. It lasts approximately two hours and is an important investment of your time. It is also helpful to retrieve the medical records from any previous diagnostic testing or treatment you may have had.

To make your first visit with us as successful as possible, we ask that you complete all paperwork ahead of time and bring with you:

  • Completed pre-consultation questionnaire
  • All previous medical records, unless you have mailed them ahead of time

Learn more about FSMG’s treatment options.

Even Mother Nature needs a little help sometimes! Contact Fertility Specialists to get started today.

The doctors and staff of Fertility Specialists Medical Group are ready to listen. Contact us online or call us at 858-505-5500 to schedule your personal consultation.