What to do if scanty menstruation leads to infertility?

Written by Wang Jing Hua
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on March 17, 2025
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If there is infertility associated with scanty menstruation, it is important to first identify the cause. It is necessary to consider whether the scanty menstruation is due to previous intrauterine procedures, such as a history of abortion, intrauterine device insertion or removal, which could have caused endometrial damage, intrauterine adhesion, or thinning of the endometrium. Hysteroscopy for diagnosis and treatment might be required. Additionally, possible endocrine issues should be considered. Blood should be drawn during the menstrual period to check for sex hormones, thyroid hormones, and others.

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Can you have sexual intercourse before infertility examination?

There are many types of examinations for infertility. If the examination is for male infertility, such as a semen analysis, it is recommended not to have sexual intercourse three days prior to the test. For females, if the examinations involve blood tests or a gynecological ultrasound, intercourse is permissible. However, if the examination includes a routine vaginal discharge test, it is advised not to have sexual intercourse for at least three days beforehand. More stringent timing is required for examinations like hysteroscopy or a fallopian tube radiography. The principle here is to conduct these tests three to seven days after menstruation has ended, in order to complete the fallopian tube radiography and hysteroscopy effectively.