Most doctors define infertility as a couple who have not conceived after ONE YEAR of unprotected sex. However, in the case of women over 40, this definition is not valid. You should wait NO LONGER than six months without a pregnancy before seeking professional help. Did you know that there is no training or certification requirement for a doctor to call themselves a fertility specialist or treat couples for infertility? The US does have an OPTIONAL certification program which specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology. Doctors who go through this program must fulfill intensive training, examination, interning and research requirements in order to become CERTIFIED REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGISTS.
Causes of Infertility
Unexplained Infertility
Luteal Phase Defects
Ovulation Defects
Endometriosis
Ovarian Dysfunction
Tubal Factors
Thyroid Disease
Infertility Caused by DES
Uterine Fibroids
All About PCOS
Infertilty FAQS - great site
Tipped Uterus
Finding a Reproductive Endocrinologist
Choosing a Fertility Specialist
Find A Certified RE in YOUR Area
Fertility Clinic Reports
Choosing a Fertility Clinic
Find a doctor or clinic
Fertility Testing
Female Hormone Levels & What They Mean
CD3 FSH Testing
Comprehensive Infertility Workup
Basic Testing Q&A
Hormone Levels & PCOS
Immune Testing & Treatment for Infertility
Infertility Test Results - interprets CD21 Progesterone levels + FSH/E2/LH relationships