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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

November 6, 2011

According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), recurrent pregnancy loss is a disease, distinct from infertility. It is defined by two or more failed pregnancies.  Did you know that 25% of all recognized pregnancies result in miscarriage? While this is true, less than 5% of women will experience two consecutive miscarriages, and only [...]

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Good reads on fertility issues

October 8, 2011

There is no substitute for arming yourself with good information; especially as it pertains to your health and well-being.  The following list of books was taken directly from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and is in no way intended to replace or fully define evaluation and/or treatment by a qualified professional.  Rather, it [...]

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Smoking and Infertility

June 29, 2011

The risks of cigarette smoking are well documented; especially as they pertain to the lungs and heart.  But what about its effect on a woman’s fertility?  How might smoking affect a man’s fertility?  According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), “Substantial harmful effects of cigarette smoke on fertility have become apparent, but are not [...]

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Causes of Male Infertility

April 21, 2011

If you follow us on Facebook, then you recently saw our link to a fantastic video.  ”Understanding Infertility – The Basics” is a series of patient education videos produced in 2011 for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).  We will be highlighting the videos in our blog as well as on our Facebook page- [...]

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