Low AMH Isn’t Infertility. It’s a Signal.
Every woman is born with a limited number of eggs — approximately 1 to 2 million at birth. By puberty, this reserve drops to around 3 to 5 lakh, and every menstrual cycle causes a steady decline. Each month, one egg matures, while others naturally disintegrate. Over time, the quantity — and sometimes the quality — of eggs reduces. This is completely normal and expected.
One of the ways we measure a woman’s ovarian reserve is through AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) levels. But here’s the key takeaway:
“Low AMH is not infertility. It is only a signal!”
It tells us the number of eggs remaining but says nothing about egg quality, overall reproductive health, or your chances of becoming a mother.
Understanding AMH & Egg Reserve by Age
Age | Approx. Eggs Left | Typical AMH Range (ng/ml) |
25 | 1,00,000 – 1,50,000 | 3.0 – 5.0 |
30 | 75,000 – 1,00,000 | 2.5 – 4.0 |
35 | 50,000 – 75,000 | 1.5 – 3.0 |
40 | 10,000 – 20,000 | 0.5 – 1.5 |
45+ | < 5,000 | < 0.5 |
These are average values and should always be interpreted along with other factors like FSH, LH, and antral follicle count.
Real Story: Natural Conception with Low AMH
One of my patients, a 32-year-old woman with AMH of 0.8 ng/ml, came to me feeling disheartened after being told IVF was her only option. She had no other medical condition, and instead of rushing to assisted methods, I guided her through a plan of lifestyle restructuring, targeted supplementation, and natural ovulation tracking. Within just 3 months, she conceived naturally and enjoyed a healthy pregnancy.
Her story reminds us:
“Fertility care must be personalized — not panic-driven.”
Real Story: Natural Conception with Low AMH
IVF Is One Path — Not the Only One
IVF is an excellent option when needed, but it’s not the automatic next step for every woman with low AMH. With a focused plan, many women conceive naturally — even with low ovarian reserve.
If you’ve been told you have low AMH, take a breath — and take the right next step.
Book your consultation with Dr. Riddhi Doshi — where fertility care is compassionate, scientific, and always personalized.
Because fertility is not defined by a number — it’s defined by the right care.