Infertility FAQ

Browse through these frequently asked questions about fertility care to learn whether it’s appropriate for you and your family.

To schedule an appointment or learn more about Reproductive Gynecology & Infertility in the Ohio communities of South Cleveland/Independence, Akron, Columbus, Canton and Youngstown, call 866-537-2461 today. You can also request an appointment using the form on this page.

Is fertility treatment expensive?

It can be, depending on the complexity of the therapy. The notoriously high cost of infertility generally stems from the common lack of insurance coverage for procedures such as IVF. However, many people don’t realize that insurance frequently covers infertility testing and surgery. Also, at RGI, we offer both the WINFertility Program and an IVF 100% Success Guaranteed Plan to help offset the costs of fertility treatment.

What is assisted reproductive technology?

Assisted reproductive technology (ART) refers to a group of advanced fertility treatments that involve combining sperm and egg outside of the uterus to form an embryo (IVF). In addition to standard IVF, we offer many advanced forms that further increase your likelihood of starting a family.

What are my treatment options?

Many fertility treatment options exist.

At RGI, we believe in starting with the simplest treatment possible and only advancing to more advanced therapies when needed. This is because most couples are able to get pregnant without complex treatments (such as IVF). In this way, we can save you money and stick with simple fertility treatments.

How do you diagnose infertility?

Our fertility specialists have many options for diagnosing infertility in both men and women. Generally, we’ll start by reviewing your entire medical history and asking you a series of questions about your lifestyle choices and sexual activity. Then, we can conduct a variety of tests and imaging evaluations to pinpoint the source of your infertility.

What causes infertility?

Many factors can cause infertility.

For women, infertility can be caused by:

Diminished ovarian reserve due to aging
Endometriosis
Uterine fibroids
Ovarian cysts and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as drug and alcohol abuse

For men, infertility can be caused by:

Testicular blockages
Enlarged testicular veins (varicoceles)
Testicular trauma
Cancer
Hormonal and genetic disorders
Medical conditions, such as diabetes and cystic fibrosis
Unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as drug and alcohol abuse

Is infertility only a female medical problem?

Absolutely not!

Causes of infertility can be the following:

1/3 are due to female problems
1/3 are due to male problems
1/3 are due to unknown causes or a mixture of male and female problems

How common is infertility?

Very common! Around 12% of American women between the ages of 15 - 44 have trouble getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term.

When should I see a fertility specialist?

Women under 35: see a fertility specialist if you have unsuccessfully tried to get pregnant for 1 year

Women 35 and older: see a fertility specialist if you have unsucessfully tried to get pregnant for 6 months

Additionally, visit a fertility doctor if you’ve had at least two miscarriages.

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