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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 it affect a man’s fertility? According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), “Smoking damages the genetic material in eggs and sperm, miscarriage and offspring birth-defect […]
RESOLVE (The National Infertility Association) tells us that infertility affects roughly 1 in 8 couples, and about one-third of all infertility cases are attributed to female infertility factors. (Male infertility is associated with an equal one-third of infertility cases, which is why it’s so important that your partner’s fertility is also assessed). While there is […]
Many couples who struggle with infertility jump right to the conclusion that they need in vitro fertilization (IVF). In most cases, there are several other treatment stops along the fertility treatment rail line. In fact, because of the costs involved, IVF is typically the last stop on the journey. A Brief Overview of Oral and […]
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, commonly referred to as PCOS, is believed to affect between 5-10% of women of childbearing age. It is one of the most common hormonal disorders and therefore a major cause of infertility. You may hear PCOS also referred to as polycystic ovaries, polycystic ovary disease, polyfollicular ovarian disease or Stein-Leventhal syndrome. PCOS is characterized […]
Your first fertility consultation should be viewed as an inclusive conversation and experience, where you feel comfortable asking specific questions to learn more about your infertility diagnosis, treatment options, a fertility specialist’s success rates with your age, specific diagnosis, and so on. This visit can also be nerve-wracking, particularly if you are brand new to […]
While most people who get HPV do not experience fertility issues, there are multiple ways HPV (human papillomavirus) can negatively impact fertility. HPV is an umbrella term used to describe a group of viruses transmitted through skin-to-skin, most often through unprotected sexual contact. According to the CDC, roughly 70 million Americans have at least one […]
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