What are the most common causes of infertility?

Primary infertility is defined as a couple that has not be able to conceive after trying for a year or more of unprotected intercourse. ... each woman varies in her symptoms it can be difficult to properly diagnose and treat. PCOS is a very common condition, affecting 4-18% of reproductive age women. read more

Causes of Failure to Ovulate. Ovulatory disorders are one of the most common reasons why women are unable to conceive, and account for 30% of women's infertility. Fortunately, approximately 70% of these cases can be successfully treated by the use of drugs such as Clomiphene and Menogan/Repronex. read more

Some common medicines used to treat infertility in women include: Clomiphene citrate (Clomid): This medicine causes ovulation by acting on the pituitary gland. It is often used in women who have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or other problems with ovulation. read more