Knowing what to expect at a fertility consultation can help you feel prepared for your first visit.
Learn the basics from an OB/GYN.
For women over age 35, its often six months of trying.
As we age, fertility declines for both women and men, but it happens faster with women.
It is not one size fits all.
If you havent tested the partners sperm, you dont know if a treatment will be appropriate yet.
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Youll do lab work, which may involve blood and urine tests.
We go through what testing needs to be done, and we explain each test, Dr.Ginsburg says.
If your doctor is rattling off information quickly, ask what you might learn from each test.
Some have worries from the past.
But they dont, says Dr. Ginsburg.
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What tests can I expect at a fertility consultation?
Your doctor may discuss the need for the following assessments as well.
Blood tests
These can determine the quantity and quality of your eggs.
Other hormones we look at are thyroid function, says Dr. Ginsburg.
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We also check that youre immune to German measles, chicken pox, and have no sexually transmitted diseases.
Hysterosalpingography
An X-ray procedure of the uterus and fallopian tubes to check for blockages.
Sonohysterography
A procedure to check the inside of the uterus.
Sterile fluid is injected into the uterus through the cervix while ultrasound images are taken.
What will my test results tell me and whats the next step?
After any potential hinderences are addressed, your doctor may suggestintrauterine insemination (IUI).
It may be tried for six months, depending on the womans age.
There is even a difference between age 40 and 41.
Population studies of live birth rates are lower at 41 than 40.
As women get older in general the number of eggs is lower.
How to know if your doctor is a good fit after a fertility consultation?
Finding a doctor that is a good fit for you is important.
Knowing if they are the right fit can be determined by a few key factors.
Finally, they should be happy to answer any questions that you have without hesitation.
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