Infertility

Struggling to conceive can often feel overwhelming and isolating. Plano Women’s Healthcare physicians will be by your side, navigating you through this process as we seek answers together. We offer initial testing, evaluation, and treatment of various causes of infertility or recurrent miscarriage.

Defining Infertility and Recurrent Miscarriage

The current definition of infertility is the inability to become pregnant after one year or more of unprotected sex. However, for women 35 years old or older, the length of time decreases to 6 months since aging begins to diminish a woman’s chance of having a child. In addition, recurrent miscarriage is defined as experiencing at least two miscarriages.

48

Million Couples Struggle with Infertility

186

Million Individuals Struggle with Infertility

6%

Married Women Between Ages 15-44 Struggle with Infertility

12%

Women ages 15-44 have trouble reaching a full-term pregnancy

If you are struggling with infertility or recurrent miscarriage, you are not alone. The World Health Organization recently estimated that between 48 million couples and 186 million individuals around the globe battle infertility. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that 6% of married women between the ages of 15 and 44 struggle with infertility, and 12% of women within that same age bracket have trouble either getting pregnant or having a full-term pregnancy.

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Types, Causes, and Solutions to Infertility

The causes of infertility vary widely, and what works for one person may not work for another. For example, what is causing infertility, how long a person has been infertile, and their age all play a crucial role in the treatment process. Anything affecting the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or uterus can cause a woman to be infertile. There are several leading causes of infertility:

  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Blocked Fallopian Tubes
  • Endometriosis
  • Uterine Fibroids
  • Polyps and Cysts

Some solutions used to treat infertility include minimally invasive procedures and intrauterine insemination. Nutrition, supplements, and various medications can also be used to treat infertility. For example, Clomid® impacts the pituitary gland and stimulates ovulation. It is often used in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Another medication, Femara®, can also encourage ovulation. Plano Women’s Healthcare also offers hCG ovulation trigger shots.

Additional Infertility Factors

Problems with infertility can be compounded by additional factors, including unhealthy habits like smoking or frequent alcohol consumption. Excessive weight gain or loss can also complicate infertility, as can extreme physical, mental, and emotional stress or trauma. In some cases, incredibly high stress levels may even cause women to miss their menstrual cycles.

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When to Make an Appointment at Plano Women’s Healthcare

If you have experienced 2 or more miscarriages, have not conceived after 6-12 months of trying, or if you are experiencing irregular/absence/painful menses, it is time to make an appointment at Plano Women’s Healthcare. In addition, if you have experienced at least two miscarriages, consulting a specialist at Plano Women’s Healthcare can help you determine the root cause and identify a solution that is right for you.

Begin Your Fertility Journey Today

The first step on your fertility journey is to request an initial consultation at Plano Women’s Healthcare and start receiving answers to your questions. We are all female providers that offer OB/GYN services for women by women and we do our best to treat sensitive healthcare issues while making you as comfortable as possible. Though we are located in Plano, Texas, we also serve the communities surrounding us, including Dallas, McKinney, and Frisco, and many more.

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