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What Does It Mean to Have a Threatened Miscarriage?
A threatened miscarriage is a situation that indicate the pregnant woman is at risk of miscarrying. It typically appears before 20 gestational weeks and the most common symptom is vaginal bleeding. Read more
Day 5 vs. Day 3 Embryo Transfer - What Are the Pros & Cons?
Which is better, a day 3 or a day 5 embryo transfer? While blastocyst (day 5) embryo transfers have been suggested to improve the pregnancy success rates of IVF, actually both options have a series of pros and cons. Learn how to make a well-informed decision with this guide. Read more
What is fertility preservation? - cryopreservation of eggs and sperm
Fertility preservation involves freezing eggs, sperm or reproductive tissue for later use. Ovarian suppression with medicines like Lupron is another option. Read more
What Happens in the Ninth Month of Pregnancy?
In the ninth month of pregnancy, the pregnant woman should pay special attention to any symptom she may notice, as she might go into labor at any time. Read more
How Is Abnormal Sperm Morphology or Teratozoospermia Measured?
Teratozoospermia can be diagnosed through a basic semen analysis or sperm test, along with a staining method that allows sperms to be visible under the microscope. Read more
What Is Menopause? - Age, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Menopause is a stage of a woman's life that marks the ceasing of ovarian function after 12 months without menstrual periods. It is a gradual process that typically happens in your 40s or 50s, and it has a series of common symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, vaginal dryness, cramps, dizziness, etc. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
What Are Müllerian Duct Anomalies? - Classification with Pictures
Uterine malformations in women can be congenital or acquired. Septate and arcuate uterus are the most common types. There are several reasons why women may develop malformations in their uterus, such as genetic problems, exposure to radiation, taking certain drugs, etc. Read more
Five Months Pregnant: Symptoms and Changes in the Baby
Month 5 of pregnancy marks the beginning of the second trimester of pregnancy. It encompasses from week 17 to 20. Great changes occur in the unborn fetus. Read more
What are the main causes of azoospermia?
The most common causes of azoospermia include hormonal imbalances, genetic abnormalities, testicular problems, and ejaculatory duct obstruction. Read more
Am I pregnant? - early signs and symptoms before a missed period
Symptoms in early pregnancy do not usually occur in all women, but some women may notice breast changes, fatigue or spotting before the menstrual delay. Read more
