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The cost of hormonal medication in assisted reproduction treatments
The price of assisted reproductive techniques is augmented by hormonal medications required, which are not included in the initial estimate.
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Pregnancy symptoms but a negative test, what else could it be?
A pregnancy test can give a false negative, that is, a negative result when the woman is pregnant and has typical pregnancy symptoms. The causes of a false negative can be varied. However, it may be that the woman has a psychological pregnancy and believes she is pregnant when she is not.
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What are the causes of male infertility? - Symptoms & solutions
Male sterility may be caused by several facrtors. Each factor requires a spefiic treatment in order to have children. Male infertility is the cause in 30% of sterility cases.
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Saliva ovulation tests: How are they used and are they reliable?
Saliva ovulation tests consist of a small microscope to estimate, using saliva, a woman's fertile days. In the ovulatory phase, saliva dries to form a crystal pattern that resembles "fern leaves". Observation of this pattern indicates the most fertile period.
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Using donated sperm: donor requirements, prices and treatments
The donation of sperm allows many people to become parents. The donor must meet a series of requirements before becoming accepted as a sperm donor.
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Can I get pregnant if I am diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease characterized by an abnormal inflammation response in the joints. Women with rheumatoid arthritis can have a sucessful pregnancy but it is important to control the birth correctly in order to avoid a possible flare up of the symptoms.
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Cervical factor: female sterility due to cervical abnormalities
Sterility due to a cervical factor consists of functional or anatomical alterations of the cervix that hinder the passage of spermatozoa.
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How much weight should I gain during pregnancy? Recommendations
During pregnancy it is common that the expectant mother asks about how many pounds she should put on. The fact is that pregnancy weight gain depends on body mass index (BMI) and if it is a single or twin pregnancy.
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How much does sperm donation pay in Spain, the USA and the UK?
Due to the inconveniences caused to the sperm donor, such as weekly visits to the clinic, abstinence from sexual practice and blood tests, clinics may offer you financial compensation for your time.
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Male & Female Sex Hormones - Definition & Functions
Sex hormones are responsible for both the male and female gonadal development as well as the regulation of the sexual cycle, sperm production, and the menstrual cycle.
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What causes changes in vaginal discharge?
It is normal for vaginal discharge to present certain changes throughout the menstrual cycle. However, an increase in quantity, a different appearance in consistency or color and an unpleasant odor could be symptoms of an infection. Therefore, in this case, a specialist should be consulted.
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How Does PCOS Affect Female Fertility?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) causes infertility in most women due to absent ovulatory cycles and abnormalities in endometrial receptivity.
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