Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): Causes And How It Affects Fertility
No one is quite sure what causes PCOS, and it is likely to be the result of a number of both genetic (inherited) as well as environmental factors. The symptoms of PCOS are caused by changes in hormone levels. There may be one or more causes for the hormone level changes. PCOS seems to run […]
6 COMMON RISK FACTORS FOR DEVELOPING UTERINE FIBROIDS
A number of factors influence the risk of developing fibroids. These include: Heredity: If your mother or sister had fibroids, you’re at increased risk of developing them. Number Of Pregnancies: Women with one or more pregnancies that extended beyond 5 months have a decreased risk of fibroid formation. Use Of Birth Control Pills: Use of birth control pills […]
7 Ways To Prevent Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids occur in 20 percent to 80 percent of women between the ages of 30 and 50. Women who are at risk of developing fibroids may wonder how to prevent uterine fibroids. The exact cause as to how fibroids develop is unknown, as are the methods to prevent them from forming. However, experts have […]
Six Things To Do If You Are Trying To Get Pregnant
Some couples seem to get pregnant simply by talking about it. For others, it takes patience and a bit of luck. You’re trying to get pregnant and you’re feeling anxious as months one and two have gone by without a positive pregnancy test. The general rule of thumb is that it makes sense to try on […]
Fertility Tips 101
Do Get A Preconception Checkup: Before you officially start trying, get a checkup. Ask your doctor about prenatal vitamins that have folic acid, which helps protect against some birth defects, such as spina bifida. Folic acid works during the early stages of pregnancy, so that’s why it’s important to make sure you’re getting enough folic acid […]
What Is Artificial Insemination And Is It Right For You?
Artificial insemination is commonly used to describe the clinical treatment called Intrauterine Insemination or IUI. The procedure is relatively straightforward, simple and can be performed in our clinic. First, an ultrasound is used to gauge the size of ovarian follicles which develop into eggs. A hormone called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is given to the woman […]
Endoscopy: How Is It Done?
Endoscopy means looking inside and typically refers to looking inside the body for medical reasons using an endoscope, a fibreoptic instrument used to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity of the body. There are varying types of endoscopic procedures and usually are named after the cavity or hollow organ being investigated. However, […]
Top 10 Causes Of Male Menopause
Male menopause also known as Andropause, can be caused by many things. The decrease in testosterone is an important factor in men suspected of having andropause. Below are top 10 causes of male menopause: Aging: As men age testosterone production naturally slows down, causing symptoms including a lowered sex drive and less physical strength. Unlike this […]
7 Male Hormones That Decline After Age 30
TestosteroneBlood serum testosterone levels of a 30 to 40 year old woman range from 15 to 100ng/dl and from 300 to 1200ng/dl for men. For men and symptoms of male menopause, a frequent problem is that the testosterone level that is good for one man can be different than the necessary level for another man. […]
20 Great Tips To Improve Your Chances Of Getting Pregnant
Everybody knows that there are certain things you need to do when you’re pregnant. But the time before you conceive is often ignored. Taking care of your body may help you get pregnant. It can also improve the critical first few weeks of fetal development—a time you might not even know you’re pregnant. We have […]
