FEMALE FERTILITY PROBLEMS Female Fertility Video Basic examinations to diagnose female fertility Approximately 15% of couples do not conceive after 12 months of unprotected, regular sex[ref]Gnoth C, Godehardt D, Godehardt E, Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G. Time to pregnancy: results of the German prospective study and impact on the management of infertility. Human Reproduction. 2003. 18(9):…
Marijuana may affect female fertility Introduction Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is the most popular recreational drug worldwide after alcohol, caffeine and tobacco. But a new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society shows that marijuana may have a negative effect on fertility in females [1. Misner M, Favetta LA. MON-010 Effects of…
Coronavirus halts fertility treatments Introduction Yes, the coronavirus pandemic is still raging on. Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has now dramatically affected every aspect of our lives. Fertility treatments have been impacted too, with large numbers of procedures having been cancelled in recent weeks. But the latest guidance is more definite: all fertility treatments are now cancelled…
Scientists reverse the biological clock Introduction A new study from the University of Queensland shows some very exciting results in the search to understand female fertility better. The team have found a way to reverse the biological clock in female mice [1. Bertoldo MJ, Listijono DR, Ho WHJ, Riepsamen AH, Goss DM, Richani D, Jin…
Vaping Could Damage Female Fertility Introduction Vaping, or the use of e-cigarettes, is a growing trend but little is known about its effects on health. In a new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, scientists have found that vaping could have harmful effects on the health of female mice, specifically affecting their…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common cause of female infertility. It affects 20% of women worldwide, and the symptoms often arise during late teenage years or early adulthood. There are three main features of PCOS. If you have any two of the following, you may be diagnosed with the condition:
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An Effective Fallopian Tube Flushing Technique Poppyseed oil, a new fertility treatment? For couples struggling with infertility problems the next step in starting a family typically involves in-vitro fertilisation. However, new research suggests that there may be a less expensive procedure offering good success rates. For many decades a procedure called a hysterosalpingography (HSG) has…
University Of Aberdeen Launches A New Tool To Help Predict The Success Of IVF Treatments The decision to undergo IVF or ICSI treatment is a major consideration for couples struggling to start a family. Not only are there financial and physical implications, there is also the emotional journey to keep in mind. Calculating the chance…
Folic acid is one nutrient that many women hear a lot about when planning a family. Nutritionists, fertility specialists, doctors and other health professionals talk about this nutrient frequently and why it’s so crucial for women’s fertility and pregnancy. What is folic acid? Folic acid is a B vitamin. This nutrient is involved in…
With advances in reproductive technologies women now have more options than ever before when it comes to planning a family. Freezing eggs is a popular choice for women wanting to preserve their fertility. There are many reasons why women may choose to freeze her eggs. Often it is to delay childbearing until other goals have…
What Is Pregnancy Miracle™? Couples are increasingly being offered new products to help improve fertility. These are frequently marketed toward women struggling to conceive. They often provide an attractive alternative to the high cost of IVF treatments. Pregnancy Miracle™ is one of these products. It aims to help educate couples on natural ways to eliminate…