Fertility Assessment and Support

Your Journey, Your Pace

Trying to conceive can be an exciting, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming journey. Whether you’re just starting to plan for a baby or have been trying for a while, Dr. Affie Tourani provides expert fertility assessments and personalised support to guide you every step of the way.

When Should You Consider a Fertility Assessment?

It’s recommended to seek advice if:

  • You’ve been trying to conceive for 12 months (or 6 months if you’re over 35) without success

  • You have irregular periods or no periods

  • You have a known condition that could affect fertility (e.g., PCOS, endometriosis)

  • You have a history of miscarriage

  • You or your partner have concerns about fertility health

Early assessment can provide peace of mind — or allow you to address any issues quickly.

What’s Involved in a Fertility Assessment?

A fertility evaluation with Dr. Tourani is thorough but compassionate. It may involve:

  • Detailed medical history (yours and your partner’s)

  • Review of menstrual cycle and ovulation patterns

  • Blood tests (to assess hormones, egg reserve, thyroid function, and more)

  • Pelvic ultrasound (to check ovaries, uterus, and signs of ovulation)

  • Tubal patency tests (e.g., HyCoSy or HSG) to ensure fallopian tubes are open

  • Semen analysis (for male partners)

Every situation is different — and testing is only recommended where it’s truly helpful.

Common Causes of Fertility Challenges

  • Ovulation disorders (e.g., PCOS)

  • Tubal issues (e.g., previous infections, endometriosis)

  • Uterine abnormalities (e.g., fibroids, polyps)

  • Age-related decline in egg quality

  • Male factor infertility (e.g., low sperm count or motility)

Understanding the cause — if there is one — helps to tailor a treatment plan that’s right for you.

Supportive Care and Treatment Options

Depending on the findings, Dr. Tourani may recommend:

  • Optimising natural conception through cycle tracking and timing

  • Lifestyle modifications to boost fertility

  • Ovulation induction with medications

  • Referral for advanced treatments such as IVF or IUI if needed (in collaboration with fertility specialists)

The focus is always on individualised care — helping you make informed decisions based on your unique circumstances and wishes.

Emotional Support Matters Too

Fertility challenges can take a toll emotionally as well as physically. Dr. Tourani offers a caring, empathetic approach — recognising that this is not just about medical tests, but about hopes, dreams, and families.