Diagnosis

There are many causes, both male and female, that contribute to infertility. Because
infertility is a shared experience, it is best for couples to deal with it together.

Male Factors:
In about 40 percent of infertile couples, an abnormality of semen may be present.Male factors affecting fertility may include:

• Sperm concentration, movement, appearance and/or shape;
• Infection;
• Varicose veins in the scrotum;
• Obstruction; or
• Hormonal imbalances.

Female Factors
There are many things that account for infertility problems in women. These include:

• Unhealthy fallopian tubes;
• Irregular or abnormal ovulation;
• Abnormalities in the surface of the pelvic organs or abdominal cavity; or
• Problems in the cervix.

In approximately five to 10 percent of couples, all tests and conditions may be normal.