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When is 4D ultrasound performed in pregnancy? Its advantages
The 4D ultrasound allows you to observe the baby morphologically, but also its movement. Therefore, 4D ultrasound is like a three-dimensional ultrasound, but also in real time, so you can see the baby's movement and gestures.
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Assisted reproduction techniques to combat female infertility
Certain fertility problems in women can be overcome with assisted reproduction treatments, which help to achieve the desired pregnancy. These treatments can be artificial insemination (AI), conventional in vitro fertilisation (IVF) or by ICSI and the reception of donated oocytes.
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What is a sperm cell like? Its structure, parts and functions
Spermatozoa or sperm cells are the male reproductive cells. They are composed of three parts: head, middle-piece and tail. Learn about their functions here.
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What are the differences between primary and secondary infertility?
The main difference between primary and secondary infertility is whether the couple has had a previous child or not. In the case of not having children, the couple will suffer primary infertility and if they have already had a baby in the past but now they have not, the infertility will be considered secondary
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Fertility after miscarriage or abortion: Is pregancy possible?
Miscarraiage and abortion are generally a low-risk factors for fertility. However, if surgery is required, it can have serious consequences.
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Ovarian inflammation: main causes and symptoms
Oophoritis is an inflammation of one or both ovaries and can occur for various reasons. The most common cause is an infection caused by E. coli, Streptococcus and Staphylococcus among other pathogens.
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How Do I know When My Baby Will Arrive?
There are several methods to know exactly how many weeks a woman is pregnant. This provides information on gestational age and estimated date of delivery (EDD). However, EDD is a rough idea, as childbirth depends on several factors and can be brought forward or delayed.
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What alterations can occur in cervical mucus?
Cervical mucus is a secretion produced by the uterine cervix. This fluid presents variations that predict the time of ovulation. Alterations in the mucus can produce secondary infertility. In assisted reproduction, a poor mucus-sperm interaction can be solved by AI.
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What are the requirements for egg donation in Spain?
Egg donors must meet a series of requirements related to age, physical and mental health, as well as family history. In addition, information about the functionality of their reproductive system must be obtained prior to entering an egg donation program.
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When and how to say you are pregnant, is it necessary to wait?
You may have doubts about when to tell family and friends that you are pregnant. On the one hand, you and your partner are eager to tell family and friends the good news, but on the other hand, you've heard that it's best to wait until the first trimester is over. Why? Is it necessary to wait?
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How to care for baby's skin and what special care is required?
A baby's skin is thinner and more delicate than an adult's, so it requires special care. It is important to pay attention to bath time, hydration and diaper changes. Likewise, it is especially important to protect the baby from sun exposure.
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What Is PICSI or Physiological ICSI in IVF?
PICSI is a technique used in some centers to select the best spermatozoa, since only mature spermatozoa can be attached to the special plate used in this method. This plate contains a substance similar to hyaluronic acid.
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