Infertility

If you’re ready to start or expand your family but face challenges becoming pregnant, you can rely on the expert care Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility Group offers. The experienced medical providers take a patient-focused, whole-person approach to identifying and treating the cause of female infertility. They offer medications to improve ovulation and discuss your options for assisted reproductive technologies like intrauterine insemination and in vitro fertilization (IVF). Call the Atlanta, Georgia, office today to schedule an infertility consultation or book an appointment online.

What causes infertility?

Infertility describes an inability to conceive a pregnancy after a year of having unprotected sex for women under age 35. Women 35 and over may need fertility support if they haven’t conceived a pregnancy within six months.

In one-third of infertility cases, the issue relates to the male partner’s health, such as low sperm count or chronic stress. In another third of cases, the female partner’s health may contribute to infertility. Women-focused issues can include:

• Endometriosis
• Uterine fibroids
• Ovulation disorders
• Hormonal imbalance
• Fallopian tube obstruction
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

In the remaining one-third of cases, there may not be an identifiable cause for infertility.

Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility Group offers comprehensive infertility evaluations for adult women. The physicians work closely with you to identify factors contributing to conception challenges and customize a care plan to help you achieve a viable and healthy pregnancy.

What can I expect during an infertility evaluation?

Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility Group offers patient-focused infertility evaluations, including a physical exam and a review of your personal and family medical histories.

The physicians can test samples of your blood to assess your hormone levels and identify ovulation dysfunction. Semen analysis is also available for your male partner to check the quality and quantity of their sperm.

In some cases, you might need a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), a diagnostic X-ray that can identify fallopian tube blockages or uterine obstructions.

Your provider discusses your testing results and the options available to treat underlying issues that negatively affect your fertility.

How is infertility treated?

Your Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility Group physician may initially recommend lifestyle and diet changes to improve your overall health. If chronic stress is a concern for you or your partner, the providers can recommend mindfulness techniques or refer you to a therapist.

Prescription fertility medications like clomiphene citrate or letrozole can restore your ovulation cycles. Your physician can also discuss your options for intrauterine insemination, a procedure to place sperm directly into the uterus to increase the likelihood of successful egg fertilization.

In vitro fertilization (IVF) may also be an effective tool when other strategies aren’t working. IVF involves the removal of your eggs from the ovaries, combining them with sperm in a medical lab, and placing the developed embryo in your uterus.

Call Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility Group today to schedule an infertility evaluation or book a consultation online.