Infertility
Infertility is when you cannot get pregnant after having unprotected, regular sex
for six months to one year, depending on your age.
The main symptom of infertility is not getting pregnant. You may not have or notice
any other symptoms. Symptoms can also depend on what is causing the infertility.
Many health conditions can make it hard to get pregnant.
Sometimes no cause is found.
Infertility Symptoms in Women
In women, changes in the menstrual cycle and ovulation may be a symptom of a disease related to infertility. Symptoms include:
• Abnormal periods. Bleeding is heavier or
lighter than usual.
• Milky white discharge from nipples
unrelated to breastfeeding
• Pain during sex
• Many other things can lead to infertility in women, and their symptoms vary.
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• Irregular periods. The number of days in between each period varies each month.
• No periods. You have never had a period, or
periods suddenly stop.
• Painful periods. Back pain, pelvic pain, and
cramping may happen.
Sometimes, female infertility is related to a hormone
problem. In this case, symptoms can also include:
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Other symptoms include:
Skin changes, including more acne
Changes in sex drive and desire
Dark hair growth on the lips, chest, and chin
Loss of hair or thinning hair
Weight gain