The Female Reproductive Organs
Why do females get periods? What can go wrong in a female’s reproductive system? Have you had any previous illness that may cause you to wonder if everything is in working condition to have a healthy baby in the future?
What Should You Do?
First thing’s first, do NOT try to find information on the internet as you cannot believe everything you read online. To get a proper diagnosis and medical advice, seek help from a medical professional – gynaecologist or a fertility specialist.
What To Expect On Your First Visit
When you are at the clinic, your doctor will start by asking questions about your medical history, health and lifestyle. He/she would want to know things like your past surgeries/illness, on-going treatment or medication, lifestyle and if you had gotten pregnant before. Some of the investigations that you can expect are:-
Ultrasound Scan
After taking down notes on your medical history, the gynaecologist or fertility specialist will perform a pelvic ultrasound scan to access your ovaries, uterus and other parts of the reproductive organs using sound waves
Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)
During hysterosalpingography (his-tur-o-sal-ping-GOG-ruh-fee), X-ray contrast is injected into your uterus and an X-ray is taken to detect abnormalities in the uterine cavity. The test also determines whether the fluid passes out of the uterus and spills out of your fallopian tubes. If abnormalities are found, you’ll likely need further evaluation. In a few women, the test itself can improve fertility, possibly by flushing out and opening the fallopian tubes.
Hormone Blood Tests
The gynaecologist or fertility specialist may order some hormone blood tests, such as Anti Mullerian Hormone (AMH), Follicle Stiulating Hormone (FSH), Leutenizing Hormone (LH), Estradiol and so on. But, AMH proves to be one of the most promising indicator of a woman’s egg reserve and ovarian function for reproduction.
Importance of Fertility Assessments
Whether you are single, engaged or married, it is important to find out if everything is functioning in the way it should be. Seeking help early should not be underestimated. Difficulty in conceiving is a problem worldwide.
Studies show that young women who seek help early in their reproductive age has higher chances at getting pregnant due to age. As you get older, getting pregnant becomes more difficult.
The earlier you seek fertility assistance from fertility specialists, the lower the cost of conception. Once you discover you may face chanllenges becoming pregnant, the sooner you explore your options the less expensive the process is likely to be.
Delay in seeking fertility help may also potentially disable a woman to preserve her fertility. Egg freezing has become more popular in this century as it serves as a safety net for many women.
Do seek medical help early, so that you can take control over the important phrases of your life.
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