I want to clarify a few important facts about fertility:
- Virginity is not an indicator of fertility.
- Having regular menstrual periods does not automatically mean a woman is fertile.
- Regular menstruation does not necessarily mean that ovulation is occurring.
- A woman who is not menstruating may still have eggs. If she is within her reproductive years, the absence of menstruation does not automatically mean she has lost her ovarian reserve.
- A woman who is menstruating but is beyond her most fertile reproductive years may not be able to conceive naturally. In my opinion, the peak reproductive age generally extends up to about 42 years. However, pregnancy may still be possible if her ovarian reserve remains adequate.
To determine whether natural conception is still possible, three key factors should be evaluated:
- Whether hormone levels are balanced.
- Whether there is a sufficient supply of healthy eggs.
- Whether the Fallopian tubes are open and functioning properly.
The only reliable way to assess a woman’s fertility potential is through appropriate fertility testing. These tests can help determine whether natural conception is likely possible and identify any factors that may affect fertility.
