Common signs and symptoms of Infertility in Men & Women

Infertility is when you cannot get pregnant and primarily one of the main symptoms. They can also depend on what is causing infertility.

Signs of potential infertility 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.

• Irregular periods. The number of days between each period varies each month.

• No signs of 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:

• Skin changes, including more acne

• Changes in sex drive as well as desire

• Dark hair growth on the lips, chest, and chain

• Hair loss

• Weight gain

Signs of potential Infertility in Men

Infertility symptoms in men can be vague they may go unnoticed until a man tries to have a baby. Symptoms will depend on what is causing infertility. They can include the following:

• Changes in hair growth

• Changes in sexual desire

• Pain, lump, or swelling in the testicles

• Problems with erection and ejaculation

• Small testicles

When to consult a doctor:

If you are under 35 and have been trying to get pregnant without success for a year, see your doctor and get some infertility tests done immediately. Blood, urine, and imaging tests can be performed to discover why you are having trouble conceiving. A sperm analysis can be done to check a man’s sperm count and the overall health of the sperm.

Take a close look at all the above symptoms and inform your doctor any time you notice anything. Early diagnosis of an infertility problem may improve your odds of getting pregnant. At NU Fertility@NU Hospitals, you’ll be offered with the right kind of female infertility treatment as it’s one of the best infertility hospitals in Bangalore.