Infertility can be an emotional and sometimes difficult process. And there are often lots of myths floating around to confuse the situation. If you are having problems conceiving, the rule of thumb of when to see a specialist is after 12 months of trying if you are under 35 and after 6 months if you are over 35. If you have a known condition that may be affecting your fertility, you should seek help right away if you want to conceive.
Infertility causes in women are often related to problems with ovulation, fallopian tube blockage, endometriosis, or aging. Additionally, weight, lifestyle choices and cancer treatments can also affect fertility.
Infertility causes in men can be linked to male factors such low sperm counts or poor sperm motility and unhealthy lifestyle habits.
In some cases, testing provides no answers to why you have not been able to conceive. Talking with a specialist or reproductive endocrinologist about your inability to conceive may allow you to benefit from the latest advances in fertility treatments.
