Common Reasons for Conception Difficulties

If you're concerned that something is wrong.

Maybe you and your partner are wondering if something is wrong. After all, you may have been trying to conceive for a while without any luck. Perhaps, it can help to review some basic biology of fertility and conception. Or maybe you're not having intercourse at the right time during a woman's reproductive cycle.

On the other hand, something physical may be wrong. What follows is an overview of conditions that may negatively affect the fertility of males and females. As you read, don't jump to conclusions and self-diagnose. If you suspect something, you should talk to your healthcare provider.

• Common Reasons for Male Fertility Difficulties
• Common Reasons for Female Conception Difficulties

Contrary to popular myth, fertility problems are attributable equally to men and women[1]. Roughly, a third of fertility problems are due to women, a third to men, and a third to a combination of men and women or unexplained causes.