What Do I Need to Know About Infertility?

Many couples who want to have children but cannot have children despite unprotected sexual intercourse have the question, “Am I infertile?” You can find the answers to your questions in our article.

What is Infertility?

If a woman is under 35 and has had unprotected sexual intercourse for 1 year or 6 months if she is over 35, she may be diagnosed as infertile. It is extremely important to be aware of the factors that affect fertility. With knowledge and awareness, the chance of getting pregnant increases, both naturally and through assisted reproductive techniques. If pregnancy does not occur despite having sexual intercourse within the above-mentioned period, it is necessary to consult a specialist without delay.

What are the symptoms of infertility?

Female infertility is often manifested by irregular menstrual bleeding. If the interval between your two menstrual periods is shorter than 21 days or longer than 35 days, ovulation irregularity can be mentioned and this can be the cause of infertility. Male infertility may not show any symptoms. Burning or discharge during urination can be a preliminary diagnosis. However, a spermiogram (sperm test) should be performed for a definitive diagnosis. A sperm test performed after two to seven days of sexual abstinence can provide information about sperm count, motility and morphology. A treatment program suitable for the patient is started according to the test results.

Although pregnancy may seem natural and simple, it is actually a very complex process. The following factors must be met for pregnancy to occur: Healthy egg production Healthy sperm production Healthy fallopian tubes that allow the sperm to reach the egg Sperm fertilizing the egg The ability of the fertilized egg to attach to the uterus Adequate embryo quality A malfunction in one or more of these factors causes infertility.

Causes of Female Infertility

The causes of female infertility can be listed in general terms as follows: • Ovulation disorders • Early menopause • Low ovarian reserve • Polycystic ovary syndrome • Damaged or blocked tubes • Endometriosis • Advanced age • Problems with the cervix • Vaginismus

Causes of Male Infertility

There can be many different causes of male infertility. Genetic problems, abnormalities that occur during birth, hormonal causes, chemical factors, diseases related to inflammation, varicocele and surgical operations are the leading causes of infertility. Nutritional habits and lifestyle also play an important role in the development of male infertility. Smoking and alcohol use, muscle building drugs, working conditions in very hot environments or exposed to chemicals and being overweight can also cause infertility. According to the guide prepared by the World Health Organization, in order to become a father, a man must have at least 15 million sperm per milliliter and 40 million sperm in the total semen sample. Men with sperm values below this number are recommended to receive treatment in order to have children.

Preliminary Interview with the Doctor

If pregnancy has not occurred despite regular unprotected sexual intercourse, a specialist should be consulted without delay. Preliminary consultation is free at Bahçeci clinics. During this consultation, our physician listens to your history. This phase is actually the most important phase for the correct planning of the treatment process. After this consultation, your physician may request certain tests from you. The next phases of the process are determined according to the couple's history. Make an Appointment for Preliminary Consultation

Inspection and tests

The doctor examines the prospective mother to obtain information about her ovarian capacity and uterus. An AMH test is requested, which shows the status of the egg reserve. If deemed necessary, a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) or hysteroscopy may be requested. In addition, thyroid function tests and prolactin hormone levels, blood count, blood group and serological tests, which we call hepatitis and HIV tests, may be requested. If the male factor is involved, the urologist requests the necessary examinations and tests. As a result of the examination and tests, the diagnosis is determined and then your doctor informs you about which treatment will be applied.

Implementation of Personalized Treatment

After examinations and tests, drug treatment is started in some patient groups to achieve pregnancy naturally without the need for IVF treatment. If it is possible for you to have a child without the need for IVF treatment with vitamins, egg monitoring and lifestyle changes, your doctor will plan a treatment process for you in this direction. If pregnancy is not possible naturally, the IVF treatment process is started. In our center, each couple's problem is evaluated from different perspectives and "personalized" treatment programs are applied. Detailed information about the IVF treatment process.