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Klinefelter Syndrome (XXY Syndrome) - Symptoms, Causes & Fertility
Klinefelter syndrome is a disorder of genetic cause that affects males, who are born with an extra X chromosome, their genotype being 47, XXY. Males with Klinefelter syndrome suffer infertility due to secretory azoospermia.
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What is a Varicocele? - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A testicular varicocele is an enlargement of the veins in the testes. If it causes infertility or pain, treatment with microsurgery is recommended.
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Hyperthyroidism and its effects on male and female fertility
Hyperthyroidism is defined as an excessive production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease, but there are other reasons as well. In any case, a link has been seen between hyperthyroidism and fertility problems.
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Beckwith Wiedemann syndrome: causes, diagnosis and treatment
Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS) is a genetic disease caused by a defect in chromosome number 11. Babies born with this alteration must undergo exhaustive medical controls because it is associated with the presence of tumors.
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High-risk pregnancy: causes and how to manage it
A high-risk pregnancy is one in which there is a possibility of complications for the mother and the fetus. This type of pregnancy requires exhaustive medical control throughout the pregnancy and, in many cases, psychological support for the couple.
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Natural remedies to treat polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
In polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) there are certain natural remedies that the patient can resort to in order to improve her symptoms. The first of these remedies will be to lose weight, in the case of overweight or obesity, as it can help to improve oligoovulation or anovulation.
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How is the baby's development month by month? - Special care
The newborn baby needs all the attention of his parents and special care so that his development can be adequate in the first months of life. The baby will grow and acquire new skills as the days go by.
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Types of hysterosalpingography: advantages, risks, and limitations
Hysterosalpingography is a diagnostic test used to evaluate female fertility. Specifically, it provides information about the condition of the uterus and fallopian tubes, as well as possible problems of tubal obstruction.
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Changes in the fetus and mother in the 31st week of pregnancy
The 31st week of gestation corresponds to the penultimate week of the eighth month of pregnancy. The baby has already reached a considerable size, so the woman may feel discomfort and shortness of breath. The baby has already reached about 40-41 cm and weighs about 1600-1700 grams.
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What is sperm cell capacitation? - definition and the in vitro techniques
"In vitro" sperm capacitation is a process that can be carried out using two techniques: swim-up or density gradient centrifugation. When "in vivo", it occurs within the female reproductive system.
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Is it normal for the newborn to have jaundice? What are the causes?
Jaundice in the newborn is quite common and is usually mild, disappearing on its own without treatment in about 2 weeks. However, there are some factors and causes that can lead to more severe jaundice that may require treatment to avoid excessively high bilirubin levels.
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Cell-free Fetal DNA Testing- Benefits and Indications
The maternal blood fetal DNA test is a non-invasive prenatal genetic diagnosis method that allows the detection of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus with a simple maternal blood test, which can be performed at the end of the first trimester of pregnancy
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