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What does the endomeTRIO consist of, and when and why is it used?
The EndomeTRIO test is a test that analyzes the state of the endometrium and is indicated for patients with implantation failure and repeated miscarriages. Specifically, EndomeTRIO includes 3 molecular tests: ERA, EMMA and ALICE.
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What is Vaginismus? - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Vaginismus is a sexual dysfunction that entails the impossibility of penetration, since it is associated with pain. Its causes and treatment vary.
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What is oxidative stress and how does it affect male fertility?
Oxidative stress occurs when there is an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's antioxidants that should neutralize them. Sperm cells are particularly susceptible to damage from oxidative stress, which can lead to male infertility.
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What Are a Woman's Chances of Conceiving with PCOS?
Women with PCOS have a decreased chance of achieving pregnancy due to absent ovulation. To solve this problem, changing lifestyle habits and administering ovulation induction drugs can be very effective.
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Twelfth Week of Pregnancy: the first trimester comes to an end
The 12th week of pregnancy is the last week of the first trimester. At this time, the foetus is fully formed and the woman will begin to feel different symptoms. It is also the most appropriate time to have the first ultrasound scan.
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Increased vaginal discharge during pregnancy
If you have become pregnant, it is normal to notice changes in the amount of vaginal fluid. Most women notice an increase in vaginal secretions, which are usually whitish in colour, faint smelling or odourless.
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Planned caesarean section, when is it indicated, and what are the risks?
A scheduled cesarean section is one that is planned in advance and performed before the onset of labor because there is a known condition that advises against or contraindicates vaginal delivery. However, it is a major surgical intervention, and therefore, it is not without risks.
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What Is Agglutination in Sperm? - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The spermatic agglutination consists on the formation of heaps of spermatozoa. These adhesions may be through the head or the tail and they prevent the spermatozoa from displacing and fertilising the egg.
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What are the effects of folic acid or vitamin B9 in pregnancy?
Folic acid, also called vitamin B9, is an essential vitamin for the proper development of the foetus. Its functions include the production of genetic material, preventing malformations in the neural tube, preventing premature birth, etc.
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25th week of pregnancy: what is the baby doing and what changes occur?
During the twenty-fifth week, it is already noticeable that you look like a pregnant belly, you should wear loose-fitting clothes that you feel comfortable in and that do not put any pressure on your belly area
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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia: types, symptoms and treatment
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia or CAH is a disease of genetic origin and autosomal recessive inheritance that affects the adrenal glands, causing a hormonal imbalance. Cortisol and aldosterone levels are lower than normal, while androgen levels are elevated.
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Why are urinary tract infections so common in pregnancy?
Urinary tract infections are common during pregnancy, as certain changes that occur normally in a woman's body during pregnancy favour their appearance. These can be asymptomatic bacteriuria, cystitis or acute pyelonephritis, with varying severity and implications.
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