When should I consult a fertility specialist?
Difficulty in conceiving is a common problem for couples in India now-a-days. Don’t let a string of negative pregnancy tests dishearten you. Doctors advise young couples in their 20s and early 30s to try naturally for up to a year. Conception is a very tricky concept and happens only during the fertile window of a woman’s menstrual cycle. You may not get pregnant in the very first attempt, however even after trying naturally for 1 year if you are unable to conceive, then it is a matter of concern.
Over the years, we have seen more and more couples open up about their fertility problems. They are proactively seeking expert help about their reproductive health. It’s no longer a topic behind closed doors. At Samved IVF & Women’s Hospital, you get the best chance at pregnancy thanks to the advanced technology and excellent guidance from internationally acclaimed fertility specialists that the industry has to offer. In this blog, we will dwell on some guidelines that will help you decide when you should consult a fertility specialist.
The Age Factor
If you are below 35 years old and have tried naturally for over 12 months to get pregnant, it’s time to visit a fertility specialist. In Indian women, the ovarian reserve generally starts declining rapidly from the age of 35. With aging, the egg reserve of an otherwise healthy woman starts depleting and gets completely exhausted by the age of 40-45 years leading to menopause.
If you are above 35 years old and have been trying to conceive naturally and failing for 6 months or more, visit a fertility specialist immediately. Women over the age of 35 years have a lesser chance of pregnancy even through assisted reproductive techniques, because the eggs may not be of the best quality at a later age. With age, other complications can also arise leading to a depleted ovarian reserve.
