Infertility Evaluation: Understanding Conception After 2 Years of Trying

Question
Dr I have been trying to concieve for almost 2 years now. My cycle is 31 days and this month I delayed for about 6 days, could I have concieved? I don't drink or smoke. I am 27 years and I live in Zambia. Please help me

Answer
Dear Flossie from Zambia,

Thank you for your question.  In the U.S., we define infertility as a woman who has been unable to conceive after 1 year of trying.  You have exceeded that.  Therefore, you need to have an infertility evaluation done.  If you are late for your menses, it is a possibility that you could be pregnant.  You need to do a pregnancy test to check.  If it is negative, then go see a fertility specialist to begin an infertility evaluation.  Something is not working, and the treatment will depend on what that is.

Sincerely,

Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com

Monterey, California, U.S.A.

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