Frequently Asked Questions | DuoFertility

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ about DuoFertility, fertility monitoring, fertility and ovulation? in general, and the product and trial.

Questions about BBT (5)

How does DuoFertility eliminate "noise" in the measurements of BBT?

Will DuoFertility's measurements be affected by the temperature of the room I am sleeping in?

Will DuoFertility still be able to accurately measure my BBT if I am having irregular sleep patterns because of work?

The DuoFertility device recorded a rise in my BBT even though I wasn't pregnant. Why is this?

Why do different women experience different temperature patterns during early pregnancy?

Questions about DuoFertility (18)

Will DuoFertility still be able to accurately measure my BBT if I am having irregular sleep patterns because of work?

Can I use DuoFertility if I am undergoing alternative medical treatments like acupuncture or osteopathy?

Are there any types of medication which can affect the performance of DuoFertility?

Are there any medical conditions which can affect the performance of DuoFertility?

I have had a few miscarriages in the past. Is using DuoFertility still the best option for me?

Will I still be able to use DuoFertility if I have recently had a miscarriage?

Does having sex while pregnant increase the risk of having a miscarriage?

Can I use DuoFertility if I have primary or secondary infertility?

Will my data be kept confidential?

I have had a few miscarriages in the past. Is using DuoFertility still the best option for me?

Can I use DuoFertility as a method of contraception?

Are any side effects associated with using DuoFertility?

Can I use DuoFertility while I am undergoing IVF?

Should I use DuoFertility if I am undergoing medical treatments such as chemotherapy?

Is DuoFertility still the best option for me if I have irregular cycles?

Will DuoFertility only be available to buy in the UK?

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Where will I be able to purchase DuoFertility?

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When will DuoFertility be available on the market?

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Questions about fertility (23)

I have started to notice an increased amount of facial (or body) hair. Does this mean I am suffering from hormonal imbalance?

Do we have a fertility problem?

How long does it take to get pregnant?

When should I start monitoring my ovulation?

Does my age affect my risk of miscarriage?

Will I be able to get pregnant again after a miscarriage?

Why do miscarriages take place?

Where can I find definitions for words that I am not familiar with on this website?

I have some questions about DuoFertility but I can't find the answers on the website. What should I do?

I can't detect much cervical mucus - is this a problem?

Can passive smoking affect my ability to conceive?

What treatments are available for infertility?

What are the most common causes of infertility?

I have been trying to conceive for a while and haven't been successful. My doctor says I shouldn't worry but I am worried I am infertile. Should I see a specialist instead?

Will my chances of conceiving be affected if I am over- or underweight?

I have had an abortion in the past. Will this affect my chances of conceiving?

Is there any medication which I should avoid taking when trying to conceive?

Can frequent intercourse lower my chances of conceiving by reducing the quantity of sperm in each ejaculation?

What factors can cause low sperm count?

What factors affect the length of a woman’s reproductive life?

I have spent 6 months trying to conceive but have not succeeded. Does this mean I am infertile?

When am I too old to conceive?

What is the best age to conceive at?

Questions about fertility clues (10)

How can BBT help me identify my fertile window?

How do I enter qualitative fertility clues (such as mood) into the reader?

How regularly do I need to record my fertility clues for DuoFertility to be able to accurately identify my ovulation date?

Should I enter "mood" as a parameter in the reader if I am experiencing clinical depression?

I am not able to enter many fertility clues into the reader - is this a problem?

What is the difference between cervical mucus and semen?

What is the difference between cervical mucus and arousal fluid?

What should I be looking for in my cervical mucus?

How can I check my cervical mucus?

How can I check the position of my cervix?

Questions about ovulation (11)

My periods have become irregular since I started dieting; are these two things related?

Am I undergoing menopause if my periods become irregular?

Can I have regular periods and not ovulate?

If I don't have my periods, does it mean that I am not ovulating?

What are the different ways of detecting ovulation?

What should I do if I am not ovulating regularly?

I frequently experience pain in my ovaries but it does not coincide with my ovulation time. Why am I experiencing this pain?

Can the length of my fertile window be affected by taking certain types of medication?

How long does my fertile window last?

Which factors can affect the time at which I ovulate?

How do I know when the beginning of my cycle is?

Questions about problems during pregnancy (4)

Will the health of my baby be at risk if I am over- or underweight?

What are the main causes of miscarriages and how can I avoid them?

How accurate are pregnancy tests which are sold over the counter?

Are there any risks involved with multiple pregnancies?

Questions about the DuoFertility kit (28)

Do the DuoFertility adhesives have an expiry date?

Can I change my adhesive at any point during my cycle?

How do I change the adhesive?

What should I do if I lose the DuoFertility sensor?

Does the DuoFertility sensor have a battery? Do I need to change it?

How do I know if the DuoFertility sensor is accurately collecting my temperature data?

Where should I stick the sensor?

How can I access the data which is stored on the DuoFertility sensor?

How do I switch the reader on and off?

Can I replace the DuoFertility reader if I lose it?

Does the DuoFertility reader have batteries?

How should I clean the DuoFertility reader?

Can DuoFertility provide me with a medical report for my GP?

Is there a number I can contact if I have a problem using the DuoFertility kit?

What should I do if I lose the reader?

How do I know if the reader is not working properly?

What should I do if I press a button on the reader by mistake?

How should I clean the reader?

How should I store the reader?

Is the reader waterproof?

Will I be able to remove the adhesive during the day and just keep it on at night?

How large is the adhesive? Is it very conspicuous?

Can I clean the adhesive?

Can I buy adhesives separately if I need more?

What should I do if I tear the adhesive?

Is the adhesive waterproof?

Does it matter which arm I stick the adhesive on?

How often should I change the adhesive?

Questions about the user trial (1)

I want to take part in the user trial but I am not resident in the UK. Is this a problem?

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