Reproductive Medicine
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Fertility Problems
Fertility problems as defined by most doctors, are the "inability to conceive a pregnancy after a year or more of regular sexual relations without contraceptives, or the inability to carry pregnancies to a live birth." This might include repeated miscarriage, or ectopic pregnancies.
Once you seek medical help, you'll have a lot of conversations with your doctor and will be asked many questions about your medical and sexual history. You'll likely have many questions to ask, too.
The initial appointment may include a physical exam for the woman. You may also undergo a number of tests to help answer the three basic questions:
See also:
Infertility Testing
Fertility Awareness