Is it Really Infertility?

Couples trying to get pregnant often struggle to find reasons they do not conceive quickly. They are naturally worried: "What is it to us?" is the big question. It can be anything, and time will show that. But becoming well informed is paramount and can not be done too soon. Understanding the signs - to look for it - is the step number one. What are the signs and symptoms of the common infertility:

Symptoms of infertility in women

- Irregular menstrual cycle is a problem for many women. Could infertility, but could also suggest many other conditions.

- Weight problems - too thin or too heavy - can lead to difficulty conceiving due to a hormonal imbalance or nutritional problems.

- Excessive alcohol consumption and addictive drugs can also lead to infertility.

Symptoms in men

- The physical differences - such as undescended testicles can affect sperm production.

- Obesity - too much weight can reduce the ability to produce sperm.

- External factors - too tight jeans and underwear can reduce sperm count.

- Bicycling - a lot of time cycling can reduce the number of viable sperm.

What To Do

Infertility is a complex disease, very different signs and symptoms depending on the underlying cause. Doctors define infertility as the inability to conceive after 12 months of "try", ie having unprotected sex three times a week on average.

But instead of taking infertility, couples can focus on the most fundamental question carefully timing intercourse to coincide with the days when the woman is ovulating. This can be done by the basal temperature monitoring body or by using an ovulation kit for identifying certain days of ovulation. Kits Clearblue, First Response, and online pharmacies or light-Accu available, sometimes the simplest answer - that programming attempts to become pregnant during the days when the woman is able to design - is correct.

After one year, if the timing and frequency of sexual relations do not lead to pregnancy, frankly discuss their concerns with the OB / GYN most likely lead to a diagnosis process. The doctor will ask many questions and to order a blood test to check hormone levels before recommending a more invasive test.

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