How can a woman tell if she infertile?

Table of Contents:

1. How can a woman tell if she infertile?
2. How will I know that am fertile?
3. How can I check my fertility?
4. Why am I not getting pregnant even though I am ovulating?
5. What are 4 causes for female infertility?

How can a woman tell if she infertile?

In women, signs of infertility may include:

• Pain during sex. ...
• Heavy, long, or painful periods. ...
• Dark or pale menstrual blood. ...
• Irregular menstrual cycle. ...
• Hormone changes. ...
• Underlying medical conditions. ...
• Obesity. ...
• Not getting pregnant.

How will I know that am fertile?

When you know your average menstrual cycle length, you can work out when you ovulate. Ovulation happens about 14 days before your period starts. If your average menstrual cycle is 28 days, you ovulate around day 14, and your most fertile days are days 12, 13 and 14.

How can I check my fertility?

Your doctor will give you a pelvic exam. They may also use an ultrasound to look at your ovaries and uterus, and give you a blood test to check your hormones. Sometimes you'll need to start tracking your ovulation patterns by checking your cervical mucus, taking your temperature, or using home ovulation tests.

Why am I not getting pregnant even though I am ovulating?

If you are ovulating but not getting pregnant, the cause is may be polycystic ovaries (PCO). Again it is not uncommon, since around 20% of women have the condition.

What are 4 causes for female infertility?

Problems with the regulation of reproductive hormones by the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland, or problems in the ovary, can cause ovulation disorders.

• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS causes a hormone imbalance, which affects ovulation. ...
• Hypothalamic dysfunction. ...
• Premature ovarian failure. ...
• Too much prolactin.