Complications of Infertility

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Infertility can be very stressful and put a lot of strain on relationships. It can be helpful to join a support group where you can talk through your feelings and experiences with other people experiencing similar problems. Finding out that you have a fertility problem can be traumatic, and many couples also find it helpful to talk to a counsellor. The counsellor can discuss treatment options with you, how they may affect you, and the emotional implications.

Fertility treatment is very expensive and thereâ€™s no guarantee it will be successful. At the moment, the NHS funds a quarter of assisted conception treatments such as IVF. To find out whether you are eligible for NHS funding, contact your GP, local IVF clinic, health authority or primary care trust - you'll find their numbers in your local phone book.