Not everyone wants to have children, but for those who do, the inability to conceive can be heartbreaking. Infertility affects about 9% of men and 11% of women of childbearing age in the United States. In addition to the physical implications, infertility can affect various aspects of a person’s life. Fortunately, the professionals at your local women’s clinic can help. Here’s what you need to know. 

The Effects of Infertility 

Research has found people struggling with infertility may feel sad, depressed, and angry. It can cause significant emotional stress on both the infertile party and their partner. In addition to personal turmoil, being unable to conceive can cause considerable strain in relationships. Psychological struggles can result in physical symptoms including exhaustion, disorganization, mood swings, irritability, and obsessive or intrusive thoughts. These symptoms often impact a person’s professional life as well as personal relationships and result in a decreased sense of self-worth. 

What You Can Do 

Infertility treatment is highly effective for many people. If you’re struggling to conceive, talk with your women’s health provider about your options. Seek help from a counselor or psychologist trained explicitly in helping patients with infertility before and during treatment if desired. Your doctor can recommend someone in your area who can help you navigate and cope with the challenges of infertility and the treatment process. Also, make a conscious effort to care for yourself and your body by eating well and exercising regularly. Exercise has been proven to reduce stress and depression, and certain foods can also boost your mood and improve physical and mental wellbeing. Consider joining a support group for infertile people as well. 

If you’re a Lincoln, NE, resident struggling with infertility, turn to Women’s Clinic of Lincoln, P.C., for help. For years, this local women’s clinic has offered comprehensive women’s health care services from gynecological exams to infertility treatments. Although they won’t be offering obstetric services in 2019, they will continue to provide fertility counseling and services, including hormonal evaluation and tubal evaluation with hysterosalpingogram, sonohyst, and other diagnostic tests, as well as oral and injectable treatments. These compassionate professionals will work with you to establish a customized plan based on your health and situation. Call (402) 434-3370 to speak with a team member today. Or, visit their website to learn more about their clinical research and women’s health care services.