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Medical History
The first step in any infertility evaluation
involves taking a complete and detailed medical history from both
partners. The history may reveal clues to the underlying causes of
infertility in the couple. This information can aid in focusing
subsequent physical examination, laboratory tests and visualisation
procedures.
The doctor typically inquires about past medical and surgical
events, especially any prior investigation or treatment for
infertility. He also asks about current health status, including
lifestyle and diet, occupational risks, history of sexual
development, use of birth control, previous pregnancies or
impregnations and sexual practices within the current
relationship.
In some countries, the physician will obtain the information needed
for a complete history by asking the couple to complete a
standardised patient history form. By asking the appropriate
questions, the physician can better select the specific diagnostic
tests that will identify the cause of a couple’s
infertility.
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