Signs of infertility in women can include irregular menstrual cycles, painful periods, hormone imbalances, recurrent miscarriages, and difficulty getting pregnant despite regular, unprotected intercourse.

It's generally recommended to seek help from a fertility specialist if you've been trying to conceive for one year (if you're under 35) or six months (if you're 35 or older) without success. However, you may want to seek help sooner if you have known risk factors for infertility or other concerns.

Treatment for infertility depends on the underlying cause and can include lifestyle changes, fertility medications to induce ovulation, intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), surgery to correct anatomical issues, or third-party reproduction options such as donor eggs or sperm.

The success of fertility treatments varies depending on factors such as age, overall health, and the specific treatment being used. Some couples may conceive after just one cycle of treatment, while others may require multiple cycles or different approaches.

Yes, male factor infertility is a common issue, accounting for approximately 40-50% of infertility cases. Causes can include low sperm count, poor sperm motility, abnormal sperm morphology, and issues with ejaculation or erectile dysfunction.

Lifestyle factors such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, drug use, obesity, poor nutrition, and high levels of stress can all negatively affect fertility in both men and women.

It's generally recommended to seek help from a fertility specialist if you've been trying to conceive for one year (if you're under 35) or six months (if you're 35 or older) without success. However, you may want to seek help sooner if you have known risk factors for infertility or other concerns.