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Please provide some do's and don'ts on overcoming infertility.

15 doctors weighed in across 13 answers
Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Do have both partners checked out for causes, not just the woman.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Ignore: Try to relax. Getting obsessive can work against you. With irregular periods, see your doctor soon.

Answered 2/25/2015

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Ignore: Be proactive in seeking out care when you cannot get pregnant but keep your stress level down.

Answered 5/10/2014

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Ignore: Join a support group, because friends and family may not understand what you're experiencing .

Answered 6/1/2014

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Dr. Victor Beshay answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Ignore: Don't consume many caffeinated drinks while trying and when pregnant.

Answered 6/4/2014

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Ignore: Take Folic Acid 1mg daily. Do a temperature chart and Ovulation testing. No Alcohol and drugs. Relax.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't get frustrated. do get evaluated for causes. do support each other and both go to dr.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Ignore: Stressing out makes it worse. If U R overly stressed, talk 2 a therapist learn relaxation techniques.

Answered 6/11/2014

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Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Ignore: Enjoy frequent sex 3 days and more to day 14-15 of cycle. Good luck :) Don't try. just do it.

Answered 7/12/2014

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Relax as being up tight and stressed can hinder getting pregnant.

Answered 7/17/2014

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Ignore: Involve your partner, be sure he is as committed to the process as you are, often very expensive.

Answered 7/20/2014

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Ignore: -age is a major factor for women; fertility begins to decline in the late 20s.

Answered 11/25/2014

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Dr. Celia Dominguez answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Ignore: Don' be scared to be tested to make sure the Fallopian tubes are open and whether the aperm is ok.

Answered 12/9/2014

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