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Fertility problems

Questions to ask your doctor

General questions

Are you able to carry out all the tests, procedures and treatments that we might need?
Where will we go for our tests and treatment and how often will we need to come to the clinic?
How many couples do you treat each year for infertility?
Will we be able to talk to counselors or other couples with fertility problems about our treatment?
Who do we contact if we have any problems during our treatment?
How long will we have to wait to begin treatment?
Which types of infertility do you specialize in?
What are your treatment success rates (pregnancy and birth rates)?
Will my insurance cover any treatments?
How much will the treatments cost me?

Questions for women

What tests will I have?
Are any of them uncomfortable or painful?
What treatments do you offer for female infertility?
What are your success rates?
What are the side effects of the treatment you are recommending?
Will I need to spend any time in the hospital during my treatment?
Will I need time off from work or be unable to look after the home, play sports, drive a car or do any other activities while I'm having this test or treatment?

Questions for men

What tests will I have?
Are any of them uncomfortable or painful?
Will I be able to collect my semen sample at home, or will I need to go to the hospital or clinic?
What treatments do you offer for male infertility?
What are your success rates?
What are the side effects of the treatment you are recommending?
Will I need to spend any time in the hospital during my treatment?
Will I need time off from work or be unable to look after the home, play sports, drive a car or do any other activities while I'm having this test or treatment?

This information was last updated on Aug 06, 2009

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