Infertility is a condition where you can’t get pregnant after one year of trying to conceive. Causes of infertility can include ovulatory disorders, endometriosis, low sperm count or low testosterone. The risk of infertility increases as you age. Many treatment options are available for people with infertility.

If you’re younger than 35, your healthcare provider may diagnose infertility after one year (12 months) of trying to conceive. Trying to conceive is defined as having regular, unprotected sex. If you’re 35 or older, your provider may diagnose infertility after six months of regular, unprotected sex.

Infertility is more common than you might think. Fortunately, there are many treatment options available for people who wish to begin or expand their family..

Types of infertility include:

• Primary infertility: You’ve never been pregnant and can’t conceive after one year (or six months if you’re 35 or older) of regular, unprotected sexual intercourse.
• Secondary infertility: You can’t get pregnant again after having at least one successful pregnancy.
• Unexplained infertility: Fertility testing hasn’t found a reason that a person or couple is unable to get pregnant.