# Difficulty getting pregnant: causes and when to see a doctor

_Difficulty getting pregnant: what it can be linked to, how urgent it is and what to do next. Kenya guidance from My Wellness Health._

Canonical: https://guides.mywellnesshealth.co.ke/symptoms/difficulty-getting-pregnant

Author: My Wellness Health, Editorial team · Reviewed by: the My Wellness Health clinical team on 7 Oct 2026

Last updated: 7 Oct 2026 · Published by My Wellness Health — Preventive Healthcare & Care Navigation

> Many things affect fertility in both partners. Endometriosis is common among women with infertility: the World Health Organization says 25 to 50% of them have it. See a clinician if you have been trying for a year, or sooner if you are over 35 or have painful periods.

**Difficulty getting pregnant: what to do**

| How urgent | What a clinician will check | How we help | Fee |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| See a clinician if you have been trying for a year, or sooner if you are over 35 or have painful periods. | A review of both partners, blood tests and an ultrasound. | Doctor consultation | Pro package with doctor consultations, KES 1,000 |

## Difficulty getting pregnant: common questions

**Q: What can cause difficulty getting pregnant?**

A: Many things affect fertility in both partners. Endometriosis is common among women with infertility: the World Health Organization says 25 to 50% of them have it.

**Q: When should I see a doctor?**

A: See a clinician if you have been trying for a year, or sooner if you are over 35 or have painful periods.

**Q: What will the doctor check?**

A: A review of both partners, blood tests and an ultrasound.

**Q: Is difficulty getting pregnant serious?**

A: Usually not, but it is worth getting checked so a clinician can find the cause. Only an examination and tests can tell.

**Q: How can My Wellness Health help?**

A: My Wellness Health's doctor consultation (Pro package with doctor consultations, KES 1,000) looks at your symptoms, history and lifestyle and gives you a personalised risk report with clear next steps. A care navigator calls you back within 2 hours to help you book any screening you need at a facility that suits your budget and location. Assessment fees do not include tests or consultations at the facility.

This page is health information to help you understand risks and next steps. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a qualified clinician. My Wellness Health is not a diagnostic service: we help you understand your risk and connect you with the right screening and care. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 999 or 112. If you are thinking of harming yourself, call Befrienders Kenya on +254 722 178 177 or the Kenya Red Cross toll-free line 1199.

## Sources

- [My Wellness Health](https://www.mywellnesshealth.co.ke/)
- [World Health Organization, Endometriosis fact sheet](https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/endometriosis)

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