It is hard to find something as frustrating as the barrier of infertility, but the truth is that many times we are overwhelmed by information that is not reliable. For this reason, before falling into despair, it is important to see a doctor and consult them, and in the meantime, we leave you with some myths about infertility and the reality regarding this delicate issue.

1.- Infertility is a woman's problem

False. 40% of the time, the inability to get pregnant is related to the male factor.

2.- You should wait a year before seeing a doctor

False. If you have a history of surgeries related to the reproductive organs or if a woman is prone to irregular periods, it is wise to see a doctor when deciding to have a baby.

3.- Male infertility is uncommon

This is not true; men carry 50% of the responsibility, and early recognition of the problem, when it is identified by the man, has a high probability of being reversed.

4.- Once infertile, always infertile

Not at all; currently, there are many treatments that are minimally invasive and can help couples conceive. If you are experiencing infertility issues, there is no need to panic but rather to seek solutions; most of the time, a remedy can be found.

5.- A woman over 40 can conceive easily

It is believed that if a woman is completely healthy, she can get pregnant quickly when she is 40 or older. The reality is that it has been shown that at this age, 2/3 of women cannot conceive spontaneously. In contrast, women trying to conceive before the age of 35 have a 50% higher chance of achieving it.

6.- If I have already had a baby, I cannot be infertile

Be careful with this; just because one has been able to conceive does not mean that infertility is not possible. With increasing age, this situation could arise, so it is recommended to visit a gynecologist when planning to have a second child to assess if treatment is necessary.

7.- Infertility treatments make you prone to having triplets

This is a myth; although it is said that the effects of infertility procedures result in multiple pregnancies, the reality is that the goal of these treatments is a healthy pregnancy, not one of quantity.

"What do you think about these myths and realities about infertility?"

1.- Infertility is a woman's problem

2.- You should wait a year before seeing a doctor

3.- Male infertility is uncommon

4.- Once infertile, always infertile

5.- A woman over 40 can conceive easily

6.- If I have already had a baby, I cannot be infertile

7.- Infertility treatments make you prone to having triplets

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"What do you think about these myths and realities about infertility?"