Infertility is a common problem, but it doesn’t mean your chances of having a baby are lost. The all-female team of board-certified OB/GYNs at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology in Ventura, California, provides comprehensive and individualized infertility evaluations to find out why it’s so hard for you to get pregnant. Many female and male factors affect fertility. To get the answers you deserve, call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
request an appointmentWhat is infertility?
If you’re unable to get pregnant after 12 months of trying (or six months if you’re 35 or older), then you have infertility. Infertility doesn’t mean you can’t get pregnant, but it’s a sign that something is happening with your reproductive system.
Though many women feel completely responsible when they’re unable to get pregnant, infertility affects males and females equally. You and your partner should undergo an evaluation to find the root cause when struggling to get pregnant.
Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology performs infertility evaluations for women, providing information, answers, and direction.
What causes infertility in women?
Problems with ovulation are the most common cause of infertility in women. Ovulation is when your ovaries release an egg during the menstrual cycle.
Sperm then fertilizes the egg as it travels down the fallopian tubes to the uterus, creating an embryo. Without ovulation, there is no egg for fertilization.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility in women that affects ovulation. If you have an irregular period, you may not ovulate regularly, making it harder for you to get pregnant.
Structural problems affecting your reproductive organs may also cause infertility, such as fallopian tube scarring from endometriosis or uterine fibroids.
What happens during an infertility evaluation?
The team at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology conducts a thorough evaluation when you come in with concerns about infertility. They want to find the root cause of your infertility so they can ensure you get the right treatment.
Your OB/GYN asks detailed questions about your menstrual cycle, gynecological history, and medical history. They perform a physical and pelvic exam and run lab work to check hormone levels. They may also perform an in-office ultrasound to evaluate your reproductive organs.
What are the treatments for infertility?
The team at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology individualizes your infertility treatment plan based on the underlying cause. Treatment may include tracking your ovulation, taking medication to increase ovulation, or surgery to correct the structural problem.
They may also suggest other fertility treatments, such as artificial insemination or assisted reproductive technology (ART), like in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Many factors influence male and female fertility. To learn more about the underlying cause of your infertility, call Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology or schedule an appointment online today.