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What is antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) and how does it affect pregnancy?
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a disorder that affects blood coagulation due to the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies (APA). This disease should be taken care of in pregnant women, as it is related to obstetric problems such as miscarriages, fetal loss and premature births.
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Toxoplasmosis in pregnancy: special care and nutrition
Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic disease that is usually transmitted through cat feces or by eating contaminated raw meat. This type of infection can become very serious in pregnant women, as there is a risk of transmission to the fetus.
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Uterine receptivity as a cause of sterility and solutions
Endometrial receptivity refers to the capacity of the uterus at a given moment of the menstrual cycle for the embryo to interact with it, implant and give rise to pregnancy. Low uterine receptivity, therefore, is a cause of female infertility.
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Premature Ovarian Failure - Causes & Symptoms
Early ovarian failure (POI) refers to the cessation of ovarian activity before the age of 40. These women may have difficulty achieving pregnancy naturally and may require assisted reproductive treatment such as oocyte donation
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What is a bicornuate uterus? Is it possible to achieve pregnancy?
Bicornuate uterus or heart-shaped uterus is a uterine malformation from birth caused by incomplete fusion of the Müllerian ducts during embryonic development. Pregnancy with a bicornuate uterus is possible, but there is a risk of miscarriage and premature delivery.
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How to take care of your hair during pregnancy and postpartum?
During pregnancy there are some changes in a woman's hair, which will generally look fuller, shinier and healthier from the second trimester of pregnancy onwards. The reason for this is the increase in estrogen levels, which favor the hair growth phase and delay hair loss.
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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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