Fertility in Annanagar

Dr. G. Praveena Ragunanthan is associated with Rathimed Speciality Hospital as a fertility specialist and reproductive health professional. Her clinical background includes obstetrics and gynaecology, reproductive medicine, and infertility management.

Her qualifications include:

• MBBS
• MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Diploma in Reproductive Medicine from Kiel University, Germany

Her areas of clinical interest include infertility evaluation, reproductive endocrinology, fertility treatment, diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, and selected laparoscopic procedures.

A specialist-led approach allows treatment decisions to be modified according to investigation results, response to medication, age, ovarian reserve, sperm parameters, and previous treatment history.

Symptoms and Situations That May Need Fertility Evaluation

Infertility does not always produce noticeable symptoms. Some couples may have completely regular periods and no obvious health concerns but still experience difficulty conceiving.

However, certain signs may justify an earlier medical evaluation:

• Irregular or absent menstrual periods
• Very painful periods
• Persistent pelvic pain
• Symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance
• Previous pelvic infections
• Known PCOS or endometriosis
• Previous reproductive surgery
• Recurrent pregnancy loss
• Erectile or ejaculation difficulties
• Testicular pain, swelling, or previous injury
• Abnormal semen analysis

The length of time you have been trying to conceive is also important.

Generally, fertility evaluation is recommended after 12 months of regular unprotected intercourse when the female partner is under 35. If the female partner is 35 or older, evaluation is generally recommended after six months of trying. Earlier assessment may be appropriate when there are known reproductive health concerns.

Factors That Can Influence Fertility