What you need to know:
- When planning a child, couples are advised to have sex 2 to 3 times a week for up to a year (6 months if you are over 35).
- If you have had sex regularly for that period without success, there is a possibility that the husband or wife is experiencing infertility or problems with the reproductive organs.
For some couples, having a baby is something that happens without challenges. However, it is not uncommon for it to be difficult to have children.
For those who are planning, concerns about fertility can arise if efforts do not immediately produce results. Fertility problems can be experienced by both men and women. The good news is, in most cases, fertility problems can be treated medically.
In general, you can follow this guide to find out when to see a doctor when having difficulty having children.
When should you see a fertility specialist?
In general, you are advised to have sex 2 to 3 times a year in order to get pregnant. Of course, protection such as condoms or birth control should not be used during this period, so that the chances of success are higher.
For women over 35 years old, this limit will be shorter. Namely 2 to 3 times in 6 months. As we age, the number of available eggs will decrease.
If you have had sex regularly within the recommended time frame but have not produced results, this can be a sign of a problem with the reproductive organs, both in men and women that makes pregnancy difficult. With that, a medical examination must be carried out so that the root of the problem can be addressed.
Types of fertility specialists
In general, obstetricians with fertility subspecialists and andrologists have a role to play in dealing with fertility disorders.
For women, an obstetrician with fertility subspecialists can help treat infertility problems such as menstrual disorders, others such as PCOS or cysts and hormonal disorders. Then, for men, an andrologist can help with impotence problems, sperm disorders, and ejaculation disorders.
With the help of a fertility specialist, you can plan your pregnancy more strategically, so that fertility problems can be quickly discovered and treated immediately.
Source
When Should You See a Doctor When Having Trouble Getting Pregnant? (2023, February 4). CNN Indonesia. Retrieved June 30, 2024, from https://www.cnnindonesia.com/gaya-hidup/20230202121422-255-908044/kapan-harus-ke-dokter-saat-susah-mendapatkan-momongan
Getting to Know About Fertility Specialists and Their Roles. (2020, August 18). Alodokter. Accessed June 30, 2024, from https://www.alodokter.com/mengenal-seputar-dokter-fertilitas-dan-peran-yang-dimilikinya