How can my OB/GYN help me with my fertility?
Getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy require you to build a relationship with a trusted OB/GYN who monitors you during preconception and throughout your entire pregnancy. Your OB/GYN can help you with your fertility by:
- Evaluating your hormone levels
- Screening for and treating sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
- Providing preconception counseling so you know when you’re ovulating
- Treating conditions that may be causing infertility, including uterine fibroids
Your OB/GYN can also help you if you have a high-risk pregnancy, like if you’re over age 35 or have diabetes.
When should I see a doctor for fertility?
At the office of Lorena Tinoco, MD, you can expect compassionate care starting with your very first visit. Dr. Tinoco encourages you to schedule an exam with her before you start trying to get pregnant, just so she can determine if you have any barriers or concerns that may affect your fertility or pregnancy. You should also schedule an evaluation if you:
- Have a history of miscarriages
- Have irregular menstrual periods
- Can’t get pregnant after one year of trying
- Can’t get pregnant after six months of trying if you're over age 35
Of course, you should also schedule a prenatal exam with Dr. Tinoco if you currently have an STD, or if you’ve had one in the past. She can check to ensure you don’t have any scar tissue that may impact your fertility and can provide treatment if needed.
What happens during a fertility consultation?
Dr. Tinoco understands that women’s health care and fertility are some of the most intimate and personal fields of medicine. As a dedicated practitioner, she wants you to trust her with your health, well-being, and of course, fertility and pregnancy needs.
She spends time during each appointment getting to know about you, your health, and your family goals. Your fertility consultation may also involve:
- Blood testing or urinalysis
- Pap smear or pelvic exam
- Head-to-toe examination
- Nutritional counseling
- STD testing
Dr. Tinoco also counsels you about your menstrual cycle and educates you on how to become pregnant naturally. If you struggle to get pregnant, Dr. Tinoco can intervene and get to the root of your infertility and get you treated right away.
Learn more about fertility services offered at the office of Lorena Tinoco, MD, by booking an evaluation. Click on the online scheduler or call either location directly.
