Subfertility
Subfertility refers to the reduced ability to conceive after 12 months of regular
Subfertility refers to the reduced ability to conceive after 12 months of regular, unprotected intercourse. Key factors include hormonal balance, ovulation, tubal patency, sperm count, and uterine conditions. Common investigations involve blood tests, ultrasounds, ovulation tracking, tubal patency tests, and semen analysis.
Difficulty conceiving within a year of unprotected intercourse.
- Exceptions for Investigation: Includes women over 35, ovulation disorders, endometriosis, or prior sterilization reversal.
- Causes: Hormonal issues, tubal blockages, uterine abnormalities, or low sperm quality.
- Investigations: Blood tests, ultrasounds, ovulation monitoring, tubal patency tests, and semen analysis.
- Statistics: Over 90% of couples conceive naturally within two years.