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How is sperm donation explained step by step?
The sperm donation process lasts approximately 6 months: once the donor has passed all the screening tests, the donor must attend his weekly visits, with a sexual abstinence of 2-7 days and ejaculate in a sterile jar. Subsequently, the sample will be analyzed and frozen in the laboratory.
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Family diversity: what are the new family models?
Family diversity is possible today thanks to assisted reproduction techniques and gamete donation. In conjunction with the traditional family, it is possible to find families with two moms, two dads and also single-parent families.
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Is a twin or multiple ectopic pregnancy possible?
A twin or multiple ectopic pregnancy is a rare and unusual event, but it can occur, especially when there are risk factors for ectopic pregnancy. These factors are: pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), history of abdominal surgery and assisted reproductive techniques, among others.
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How do cholesterol levels affect pregnancy?
Cholesterol is an important molecule in pregnancy, as it is the precursor of hormones such as progesterone. In pregnant women, cholesterol levels are increased from normal levels, but if they are elevated in excess it may be related to complications such as preterm delivery or preeclampsia.
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Steinert's myotonic dystrophy - Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Steinert myotonic dystrophy or myotonic dystrophy type 1 is a multisystem disease caused by a genetic alteration in the DMPK gene, with an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern. Steinert's disease is characterized by muscle weakness, myotonia and early onset of cataracts.
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What are the causes and consequences of ectopic pregnancy?
Ectopic pregnancy can be caused by the union of several factors at the same time, such as a genetic component with smoking or repeated use of certain contraceptives. In addition, factors such as endometriosis, tubal ligation or assisted reproduction techniques can also be a cause of ectopic pregnancy.
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Is there a possibility of pregnancy with hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by a viral infection and is transmitted by contact with body fluids. Couples with one partner with hepatitis B can become parents through assisted reproduction. Depending on whether the affected person is male or female, the procedure will be different.
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What are they and what happens in the different phases of ovulation?
Ovulation is the process by which an ovarian follicle releases a mature oocyte, which can be fertilized and can result in pregnancy. This process, as well as the entire menstrual cycle, will be controlled by changes in the levels of FSH and LH gonadotropins and ovarian sex hormones.
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What is folliculogenesis and what are its stages?
Folliculogenesis refers to the process of ovarian follicle development. Follicles are the structures that contain the oocytes in the ovaries, which are given different names that determine the stages of folliculogenesis: primordial, primary, secondary, preantral, antral and Graaf's follicle.
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How does the microbiota influence fertility?
Knowing how the microbiota affects fertility can help us to find new therapeutic strategies in assisted reproduction treatments.
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How does a man's age influence fertility and pregnancy?
The effects of age on male fertility are less well known than the effects on female fertility. Nevertheless, male age can affect seminal quality and certain results of assisted reproductive techniques. However, the conclusions of some studies are contradictory.
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Molar pregnancy or hydatidiform mole: types, symptoms and diagnosis
A molar pregnancy, also known as hydatidiform mole, is a type of gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD). This type of pregnancy complication is characterized by a growth of a benign mass or tumor inside the uterus. When a molar pregnancy is detected, it should be treated immediately.
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