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When Should You Seek Fertility Treatment?

Here are some recommendations to help you decide when it's appropriate to see your doctor about your infertility problems.

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When Should You Seek Fertility Treatment?

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  1. When Should You Seek Fertility Treatment? Nothing compares to the excitement and desire you feel when trying for a baby. However, if you don't get pregnant sooner, you may wonder if you and your partner have an infertility problem. Here are some recommendations to help you decide when it's appropriate to see your doctor about your infertility problems. Considering how long you've been trying to conceive Couples who have been trying to conceive for more than a year without success may be infertile. If you have been trying to conceive for more than a year without success, you should consider seeing a fertility specialist. Age: When predicting fertility, age is an important variable. Studies have shown that as people age, their fertility declines for both men and women. Wait a year if you are under the age of 35 It is normal for a young, healthy couple to take up to a year to conceive. When trying to conceive, couples in their late twenties and early thirties are advised to stop using contraceptive methods for a year. If they are still unable to conceive, they are advised to consult a fertility specialist. If you are older than 35 years old After the age of 35, a woman is considered to be in her advanced maternal years because this is when her fertility begins to decline and her egg reserves begin to run low. You need to consult a fertility specialist if you've been trying to conceive for more than six months and haven't been successful. If you are above 40 years of age If you're a woman in your 40s trying to conceive, it's best to seek the help of a fertility specialist. At this stage in her life, a woman's chances of getting pregnant are low and the risk of miscarriage is high. By age

  2. 40, about half of a woman's embryos have abnormal chromosomes. Because of all these, a 40-year-old woman needs fertility treatments to get pregnant. According to BMI Your body weight can have a significant impact on your hormonal balance. It can also affect reproductive functions. Consult with your fertility specialist and work on improving your BMI before trying for a baby. Based on medical conditions Thyroid problems Thyroid problems can make it difficult to conceive. Thyroid dysfunction has been linked to miscarriages, infertility, and abnormal baby development. If you have a thyroid problem, your fertility doctor helps you. Problems with reproduction If you have been diagnosed with a fertility disorder such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or endometriosis, you should consult a fertility specialist as soon as you decide to have a baby. Women with PCOS do not ovulate regularly and need medical help to control it. Your fertility doctor can help you with reproductive problems such as endometriosis, blocked tubes, and decreased ovarian reserve. When trying to conceive, you can always seek advice from fertility experts.

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