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What Are the Disadvantages of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)?
In vitro fertilisation carries some risks that may occur during the ovarian stimulation phase or after embryo transfer, as the rate of ectopic pregnancy or multiple pregnancy is higher in these patients.
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Can pregnancy tests fail? False positives and negatives
Pregnancy tests can sometimes give wrong results. Taking a pregnancy test too early is one of the main causes of a false-negative test result. A false positive pregnancy test may occur with certain tumors, ectopic or anembryonic pregnancy.
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Week 16 of pregnancy: changes in the fetus and mother
The 16th week of pregnancy corresponds to the end of the fourth month of pregnancy. This is the time when pregnancy is most enjoyable and the changes in the mother's body are already noticeable. There is an increase in the volume and sensitivity of the breasts and the belly also increases in size.
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What is healthy eating for children?
The diet of children, like that of adults, should be complete and balanced, with all the necessary nutrients and in the right amount. Acquiring good eating habits as children will influence how they eat as adults. In addition, it is important to stay active and respect the hours of sleep.
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What diet should I follow to improve my semen quality?
In 30% of cases of fertility problems the cause is male. To try to reduce this, it is advisable to lead a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, which will help improve semen quality.
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Indications for ICSI: when is it necessary?
ICSI is an assisted reproductive technique indicated in multiple cases to overcome infertility problems. This technique's efficiency has been proved even in most severe infertility cases in which pregnancy has finally occurred.
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Week 15 of pregnancy: boy or girl?
The 15th week of pregnancy is a good time to start exercising, as the woman will have more energy and fewer bothersome symptoms. The baby is already moving and its skeletal and muscular system is developing rapidly.
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Endoscopic Surgery: Hysteroscopy & Laparoscopy
The aim of an endoscopic surgery is to visualize the interior of an organ or cavity. The two main techniques of endoscopic surgery used in gynaecology are the hysteroscopy and the laparoscopy.
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What Is the Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)?
This syndrome occurs in women when an abnormally exaggerated ovarian response occurs. It may occur naturally or as a consequence of hormone administration during assisted reproductive treatments.
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Fertility preservation in young women: recommendations and ideas
Women who want to delay childbearing have the option of preserving their fertility with egg freezing. However, it is advisable to do so before the age of 30-35 to obtain good quality eggs and increase the chances of future success.
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How Does the Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) Procedure Work?
Frozen embryo transfer, also known as delayed embryo transfer, is an option that can be performed in both natural and surrogate cycles. The cost of frozen embryo transfer is lower than IVF.
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What is the two-week wait? - Symptoms and tips after treatment
All couples trying to conceive, whether naturally or by assisted reproduction, have ever heard about the dreaded two-week wait or 2WW. Indeed, it is the time period between ovulation or the embryo transfer, and the moment when you can take a pregnancy test. Here's what you can expect and tips to survive it.
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