13 December 2009
Do you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? Did you know that PCOS affects about 5 to 7.5% of all women? It is the number one cause of infertility in women and, if left untreated, can lead to myriad problems including endometrial cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
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08 December 2009
Trying to conceive a baby can be quite frustrating. Conception will only happen if the timing of intercourse in relation to ovulation is correct. Even then there are still many factors that will be determined primarily by chance. If the sperm are able to survive the trip to the egg after intercourse, the chance that [...]
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29 November 2009
When it comes to sperm, quality is often more significant than quantity. One of the primary factors in determining the quality of sperm is motility, which is the ability of the sperm to move and swim. Obviously, sperm motility is important since sperm that cannot move or swim cannot reach the egg to fertilize it. [...]
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19 November 2009
Among the many methods to increase the odds of becoming pregnant, there are two that really stand out. Acupuncture Combined with IVF treatments, acupuncture has been shown to increase fertility. Studies have not proven what exactly its benefits to fertility are. However, some studies have shown it to be effective at enhancing the benefits of [...]
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19 November 2009
The examination of HCG, which is Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, is conducted to determine the amount of hormone HCG found in blood or urine to see if a female is pregnant. During pregnancy, the placenta forms the HCG. The placenta will begin to discharge HCG into the blood and urine once the fertilized egg has embedded [...]
19 November 2009
Acupuncture, primarily a Chinese remedy, can be used as a complementary treatment for infertility difficulties in both men and women. When used to treat infertility problems, acupuncture works best for those who have irregular ovation cycles or sperm duct blockage. Many times health problems occur due to obstructions in the meridians that run through the [...]
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