Understanding Infertility

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Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system that interferes with a couple’s ability to have a baby. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine tells patients that if they have been unable to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse, they need to seek help from a fertility specialist. This time frame falls to 6 months in women age 35 and older.

The Bad News About Infertility:

• Infertility strikes over 6 million women (15-20% of all couples)
• Infertility affects both men and women.
• Infertility affects people of all races and ethnicities

The Good News About Infertlity:

• You are not alone! There are many medical centers, support groups, websites and services all dedicated to helping you in your journey to parenthood.
• Technology and IVF success rates continue to get better each year, offering you an even better chance of achieving a pregnancy.
• Almost all patients who seek medical care and treatment from Advanced Fertility Care end up with a baby.

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