menstrual cycle
Mittelschmerz - ovulation pain: is it normal and what causes it?
Pain during ovulation is normal and does not usually have serious consequences for the woman. Ovulation occurs in the middle of the menstrual cycle, that is, about two weeks after the menstrual period. Among the most common symptoms of ovulation are pain in the ovaries, breasts, kidneys, etc. Read more
How do ovulation calculators work out your most fertile period?
Fertility calculators help to estimate the day of ovulation and, therefore, the days when you are most likely to get pregnant. However, these types of tools are more accurate when the menstrual cycle is regular.These calculators should not be used as a method of contraception. Read more
The cost of hormonal medication in assisted reproduction treatments
The price of assisted reproductive techniques is augmented by hormonal medications required, which are not included in the initial estimate. Read more
Can I get pregnant while on my period?
Although it is true that the probability is small, a woman can become pregnant if she has sexual intercourse without contraceptive protection during menstruation, especially if her menstrual cycles are short. For this reason, it is advisable to use a contraceptive method if pregnancy is not desired. Read more
Absence of menstruation or amenorrhea: causes and treatment
Amenorrhea is the absence of period in women. It is considered to be amenorrhea when a woman of childbearing age hasn't had her period for over three months. To diagnose it, blood analyses and ultrasounds are carried out. Read more
What are they and what happens in the different phases of ovulation?
Ovulation is the process by which an ovarian follicle releases a mature oocyte, which can be fertilized and can result in pregnancy. This process, as well as the entire menstrual cycle, will be controlled by changes in the levels of FSH and LH gonadotropins and ovarian sex hormones. Read more
