What Will Your Doctor Ask You?

Previous Pregnancies and Children 

For women, the doctor will discuss previous births and complications from previous pregnancies. 

He also lives miscarriages will also ask.

For men, they will be asked whether they have had children in previous relationships. 

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Time While Trying to Conceive 

The doctor will ask how long you have been trying to get pregnant. 

8 out of 10 couples where the woman is under 40 years of age become pregnant within 1 year with regular unprotected sexual intercourse (every 2-3 days).

Approximately half of those who cannot get pregnant in the first year will become pregnant in the second year. 

If you are under 40 and have not tried to have a baby for a long time, it may be recommended that you continue trying for a while. 

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Your Sexual Life

You will be asked how often you have sexual intercourse and whether you experience any difficulties during intercourse. 

You may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed when discussing your sexual life with your physician, but it is best to be open and honest. 

If the fertility problem is related to sexual intercourse, it can be easily overcome. 

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Birth Control Methods 

You have used birth control method You will be asked for the type and when you stopped using it  . 

Sometimes the effect of some birth control methods wears off  It may take some time and this may affect your fertility. 

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Medical History and Symptoms 

Physician, sexually transmitted infections will discuss medical conditions you have or have had in the past, including: 

If you are a woman, your doctor will regularly pieceYou will be asked whether you are pregnant and whether you experience any bleeding between periods or after intercourse.

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Medicines 

Some medications can affect your fertility. Your physician will ask you questions about the medications you use and discuss alternative treatments with you. 

You should mention any over-the-counter medications you use, including herbal remedies and supplements. 

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Lifestyle 

Various lifestyle factors can affect your fertility. Your physician will want to know the following factors: 

• Smoking 

• Weight Information

• Frequency of Drinking Alcohol

• Whether Drug Used 

• Stress Level

He or she will recommend making changes to your lifestyle to increase your chances of getting pregnant.