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What treatments are available for male infertility?
To solve male infertility, there are medical and natural treatments and assisted reproduction techniques that allow men to become fathers such as, for example, ICSI, IMSI, MACS, etc.
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Is it possible to exercise after pregnancy and childbirth?
A common question in the postpartum period is when and how a woman can return to exercise. First of all, it will be necessary to be evaluated by a physiotherapist specialized in postpartum, who will guide the recovery of the woman's pelvic floor and abdomen before starting any other type of physical activity.
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Post Vasectomy Semen Analysis - How Many Tests to Confirm Sterility?
After a vasectomy, various semen analyses are needed as a control to ensure the prodecure has worked and there are no sperm present in the semen. If after some time there are still sperm in the ejaculate, then it would mean that the vasectomy has not been successful.
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Vaginal Ring As Mean Of Contraception: How Does It Work?
The vaginal ring is a contraceptive device that does not require a specialist for its placement, but it is the woman herself who inserts it into her vagina. The effectiveness of this contraceptive method is high, 99%, and it works by constantly releasing a low amount of hormones.
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3D ultrasound in pregnancy: advantages and disadvantages
It is becoming increasingly common for couples to decide to have a three-dimensional or 3D ultrasound scan. The sharpness of the image and the improvement in quality are the advantages of 3D ultrasound, since it can provide valuable information to detect possible anomalies.
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Childbirth Preparation Classes: Preparing for Delivery
Childbirth preparation classes are theoretical-practical formative sessions whose objective is to prepare the woman physically and mentally for the moment of giving birth.
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Back pain in pregnancy: what causes it and how to relieve it?
Back pain is one of the most common complaints during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. However, there are some tips that women can keep in mind to try to alleviate this ailment, such as doing physical exercise adapted to pregnancy (if the specialist has not contraindicated it).
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Can Pesticide Residues Present In Food Affect Semen Quality?
According to some studies, the presence of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables can affect semen quality of men who eat these foods. An alteration in semen quantity and morphology has been noted.
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Absent uterus: What is Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome?
Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome, also known as Rokitansky syndrome, is a congenital malformation consisting in the absence of vagina, uterus and tubes in women. The exact cause of this syndrome is not well known, but it is caused by an incorrect embryonic development.
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Why is asthma control important in pregnant women?
Asthma is a chronic disease that must be kept under control during pregnancy to avoid possible risks to mother and baby. Currently, poorly controlled asthma is considered to present more risks than the administration of medications that are commonly used to control asthma during pregnancy.
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What is the relationship between meiosis and fertility, and is it necessary?
Meiosis is the special division experienced by cells that will create eggs in females and sperm in males. Chromosome reduction is needed to form an embryo with the same amount of information as the parents.
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How are spermatozoa formed? - Phases of spermatogenesis
Spermatogenesis is the process of sperm formation. This process consists of different phases (proliferative, meiotic and spermiogenesis) and occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the testes. For spermatogenesis to be carried out correctly, hormonal regulation is necessary.
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