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"Infertility isn&amp;#039;t something that most people talk about, but it&amp;#039;s a pretty common problem. According to Alice D. Domar, PhD, executive director, Domar Center for Mind/Body Health, Boston IVF, it impacts 1 in 8 couples, yet many misconceptions persist. In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, I asked her to share a few common myths (and facts): Myth #1: It&amp;#039;s usually the woman&amp;#039;s problem. Reality: According to Dr. Domar, men are just as likely to have a problem that affects fertility. Her message: If you&amp;#039;re over 35 and have been trying to conceive for six months (or younger, but you&amp;#039;ve been trying for a year), talk to fertility specialist (an ob-gyn who has done a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology). Both you and your partner will probably need to be evaluated. Myth #2: Treatment is very expensive. Reality: While some procedures can be quite costly, Dr. Domar says that others are very affordable (medication, for example). And if you do require more expensive interventions, your insurance or special patient assistant programs may be able to help. Your doctor can provide info on these options. Myth #3: If the couple would just relax, they&amp;#039;d conceive. Reality: &amp;quot;I wish that were true!&amp;quot; says Dr. Domar. But usually a physical problem such as low sperm count, a tubal blockage, or irregular ovulation is to blame. Click here to find a fertility specialist in your area. \u2014Barbara Brody, Health Editor "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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