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What is the basal body temperature method and how is it performed?
The basal temperature method is a simple and inexpensive way to find out a woman's fertile days in order to increase the chances of pregnancy. However, it can be inaccurate, so it is recommended to be performed in conjunction with other fertility monitoring methods.
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Abortion caused by Natural Killer cell attack on the embryo
Natural Killer cells are a type of lymphocyte responsible for the defense of the organism which, in some cases, can give rise to an abnormal response and attack the embryo during the course of a pregnancy, resulting in recurrent miscarriages of alloimmune etiology.
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Does sexual intercourse during pregnancy affect the baby?
When a woman confirms that she is pregnant, many questions arise. One of them is whether it is possible to have sexual intercourse while pregnant. The answer is yes, as long as the pregnancy is developing without complications.
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Do we tell that we are undergoing fertility treatment? To whom?
During fertility treatment, many couples have questions about whether they should tell family and friends or whether it is better to keep it private. Each person and each couple's circumstances are different, so they should consider together the most appropriate option that makes them feel comfortable.
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What happens in the 26th week of pregnancy in the baby and the mother?
In the 26th week of pregnancy, the baby continues to grow and gain weight. It is already about 23 cm long (head to buttocks) and weighs about 900 grams. On the other hand, the mother may feel frequent urination because the uterus presses on the bladder, which may even cause her to get up at night.
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What is vaginal or vulvovaginal atrophy and what are its causes?
Vaginal atrophy is caused by declining estrogen levels, especially at menopause. However, situations such as childbirth or breastfeeding can also cause vaginal atrophy. Both hormonal and non-hormonal treatments are available to improve the symptoms of vaginal atrophy.
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What is the best treatment for men with azoospermia?
Azoospermia is a seminal alteration characterized by the absence of spermatozoa in the ejaculate. Depending on the type of azoospermia, we will apply a hormonal or surgical treatment. It is also possible for natural treatment to resolve azoospermia in the male.
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What is preeclampsia in pregnancy and why does it occur?
Preeclampsia is a condition that usually appears after the 20th week of gestation. The exact cause of preeclampsia is not known, but there are several risk factors. In any case, it is important to establish treatment as early as possible to avoid complications for mother and baby.
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Genital herpes: What are the symptoms and is it treatable?
El herpes genital es una infección de transmisión sexual (ITS) común causada por el virus del herpes simple tipo 1 o tipo 2. Esta ITS se caracteriza por la presencia de ampollas que se rompen formando llagas dolorosas. Además, el virus queda latente dentro del organismo y puede reactivarse, dando lugar a nuevos brotes.
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What is the 29th week of pregnancy like? Changes in the baby and the mother
During the 29th week you will probably be able to clearly distinguish all the movements of your baby; on the other hand, you will feel more pressure, because your baby's dimensions have increased, with less space for your organs.
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What is HELLP syndrome and what are the consequences for the baby?
HELLP syndrome is a variant of pre-eclampsia that can lead to pregnancy complications and premature birth. If HELLP syndrome is diagnosed and treated early, the life of the pregnant woman and her baby is not at risk.
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What Happens During the 4th Month of Pregnancy?
Month 4 of pregnancy covers from weeks 13 to 16. It characterizes for a stability in hormone levels, and symptoms become less unpleasant.
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