Quick Facts About Infertility

Infertility is a malfunction of the reproductive system that impairs the body's ability to reproduce.

About 6.1 million women and their partners in the United States are affected by infertility. This number translates to about ten percent of the reproductive-age population.

Infertility affects men and women equally.

Most infertility cases [85% to 90%] are treated with conventional medical therapies such as medication or surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How do I know if I have a problem with infertility?
A. If you have had unprotected sex for at least one year and have not conceived, you and your partner may need to be tested for infertility.

Q. Does your office do tubal reversals and what is the cost?
A. Yes, we do tubal reversal. Insurance usually does not cover this procedure. The approximate costs are: physician-$2,500, anesthesia-$1,000, hospital-$3,500

For more cost information, call Benisha at 502-271-5999 ext 1107.

Q. Do you need egg donors?
A. es, we need young women aged 21-33 who have children and are within 25 lbs of their ideal body weight. It is usually best that donors live close to Louisville because they have to be monitored daily while on medication for 5-6 days. Also they must have a consultation with Dr. Nakajima, a psychological evaluation, and a medication class. For more information about the Egg Donor Program, please seeEgg Donor.

For more information about how to become an Egg Donor, call Yvonne at 502-271-5999 ext 1401.

Q. What is the cost of in vitro fertilization (IVF) at the Fertility Center?

A. The approximate costs:

1. University OB/GYN Associates, P.S.C. $7,655
2. Obstetric Anesthesia Consultants, P.S.C. $600.
3. Medications: $1,200.00 to $4,000

Read more about it here.

Q. Why am I bleeding so much?

A. Most women experience occasional heavy bleeding during their menstrual cycle, typically during the final two or three years before menopause or during the first few years after the onset of menstruation during puberty.

Blood disorders can cause excessive bleeding. Platelet disorders, usually detected soon after menstruation begins, are the most frequently experienced of these blood disorders; the most frequently experienced platelet disorder is von Willebrand's disease. In addition to heavy menstrual bleeding, women with von Willebrand's disease will usually have nosebleeds, easy bruising, and blood in their stool.

Some women are concerned by clots in their menstrual blood. In most cases, clots are normal. The lining of the uterus is shed during menstruation, and any clots you see are part of the uterine lining and most often not cause for alarm.

Q. What causes abnormal uterine bleeding?

A. During the years after the onset of menstruation or just before menopause, menorrhagia (excessive uterine bleeding) is most often caused by a hormonal imbalance. Periods tend to be irregular during these times when the ovaries may or may not release an egg.

Other causes of excessive bleeding include:
• fibroid tumors
• cervical or endometrial polyps
• lupus
• pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
• cervical cancer
• endometrial cancer.

Women who use intrauterine devices (IUD) for birth control may experience excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding. If you experience menorrhagia while using an IUD, it should be removed and you should use an alternative birth control method.

Blood disorders can cause excessive bleeding. Platelet disorders, usually detected soon after menstruation begins, are the most frequently experienced of these blood disorders and the most frequently experienced platelet disorder is von Willebrand's disease. In addition to heavy menstrual bleeding, women with von Willebrand's disease will usually have nosebleeds, easy bruising, and blood in the stool.

Infertility affects men
and women equally.