If you're under 35 and have been trying to conceive for 12 months without success, it's time to consult a fertility specialist. If you're 35 or older, speak to your doctor after 6 months of trying. Fertility naturally declines with age, particularly after 30.

[Source: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)]

Talk to your doctor if you have:

• Irregular, painful, or absent periods

• More than one miscarriage

• Diagnosed endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

For men, fertility concerns may include:

• Difficulty ejaculating or low sperm count

• Lumps or swelling in the testicle area

• Chronic respiratory illnesses [Source: CDC]

Fertility services may be recommended if:

• You've been trying to conceive for 6–12 months without success

• You or your partner have known reproductive health conditions

• You're planning fertility preservation before medical treatment

• You're in your late 30s or 40s and want to explore your options

No. Infertility affects both men and women.

• About 1/3 of cases are female-related

• Another 1/3 are male-related

• The remaining 1/3 involve both partners or unexplained causes [Source: WHO, CDC]

Yes. Infertility affects:

• 10%–15% of couples of reproductive age globally

• 11% of women and 9% of men have experienced fertility issues In about 5–10% of cases, the cause remains unexplained — often linked to subtle issues in sperm, egg, or overall health. [Source: WHO, CDC]