Infertility
Back to servicesIf you and your partner are struggling to have a baby, you are not alone.
Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant despite trying for at least a year for most couples. It may result from an issue with either you or your partner or a combination of factors that prevent pregnancy.
If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, our doctor will help you figure out why, and will work with you to find a treatment that can help. We offer a comprehensive and innovative range of infertility treatment solutions.
What causes female infertility?
There are a number of factors that may be keeping you from getting pregnant:
- Damage or blockage of your fallopian tubes
- Hormonal problems
- Ovulation disorders
- Uterine or cervical abnormalities
- Endometriosis
- Early menopause
- Pelvic adhesions
- Cancer and its treatment
How do you know you are at risk?
Age: Women’s fertility declines with age, especially in the mid-30s, and it drops rapidly after age 37.
Tobacco intake or alcohol usage: Miscarriages are more frequent in women who smoke or drink.
Being overweight or underweight: An inactive lifestyle and being overweight, having eating disorders, or a restrictive diet may increase the risk of infertility.
Exercise issues. A lack of exercise contributes to obesity. Ovulation problems may also be associated with frequent and strenuous or intensive exercise.
When should you see a doctor?
- You are under 35 years of age and have been trying to conceive for at least one year without success.
- You are 35 years of age or older and have been trying to conceive for six months or longer.
- You are over 40 years of age.
- You have irregular, very painful or absent periods.
- You have known fertility problems or have been diagnosed with endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease.
- You have had multiple miscarriages.
- You have undergone treatment for cancer.