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(reply to ARLETT29)

That is great news that your STD was a bacterial infection, as it is treatable with antibiotics. Assuming you sought treatment promptly, were treated appropriately, and there were no complications, then it is unlikely that this one case of chlamydia would lead to infertility; it is actually UNtreated chlamydia that may lead to PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), which can lead to infertility. Do you still have any symptoms of chlamydia, and was your partner also treated?

If you have irregular menstrual cycles, meaning that the length of time between periods fluctuates, you are not alone! There are other types of irregular menstrual cycles (the reason I asked you to explain what you meant that they are not "normal"; I'm still not sure what "irregular" means to you). Assuming you are just referring to the length of cycles, then you may be interested in trying a fertility awareness method (FAM) or Natural Family Planning. Have you also talked with your OB/GYN before trying to conceive? If not, this is an excellent time to talk with your doctor to have a physical evaluation, and also learn about your options.

Here are some resources for FAM:
- EmpowHER article: Top Fertility Do's and Dont's"
- Planned Parenthood: Fertility Awareness Methods

May 18, 2010 - 8:55pm

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