While the most common sign of infertility in females is an inability to get pregnant, there are several other signs of infertility. With that being said, a sign of infertility does not mean you are infertile, but it could indicate something to speak to your OBGYN or primary care physician about. Some of the possible signs of infertility include the following: ● Dark or pale menstrual blood ● Heavy, irregular, long (more than 35 days), painful, or short (less than 21 days) menstrual cycles ● Hormonal fluctuations, which could involve unexplained weight gain, severe acne, reduced sex drive, or nipple discharge ● Pain during sex, known medically as dyspareunia, which could be a sign of endometriosis or fibroids It should be noted that many women who experience the above do not have infertility. That being said, if you are concerned about infertility and currently dealing with any of the above concerns, we would be happy to meet with you at Dr. Beyerlein’s office. Our provider, Dr. Richard Beyerlein, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with over 30 years of experience in the field of women’s health care.