Tag: Women's Health
Understanding Implantation Failure from a Biological Perspective
Implantation failure is a commonly cited cause of infertility. Some causes of implantation failure include uterine anomalies, male factor infertility, and embryonic factors, such as chromosomal abnormalities, genetic mutations, or factors associated with energy production and stress response. Pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) has improved live birth rates and reduced miscarriage rates remarkably, but physicians are still trying to understand why some chromosomally screened embryos fail to implant. Mitochondria, which are the primary energy source of cells, have been suggested to play a role in embryonic competence.
August 19, 2019
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What is the Difference Between Uterine Polyps and Fibroids?
Uterine polyps and fibroids are common, with nearly 80% of women experiencing at least one of the …
July 29, 2019
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What is a Carrier Screening and What Can it Tell You About Your Genetics?
Carrier screening is a type of genetic testing used to assess genetic risks to a patient/couple’s …
July 15, 2019
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Egg Freezing 101: How Are Eggs Frozen?
The benefits of egg freezing are well-established – flexibility to pursue a career, additional time …
July 8, 2019
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5 Ways to Support Your Partner During Fertility Treatments
Deciding to have a child is an exciting moment in your life! You have committed to creating a …
June 10, 2019
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Is Exercise Safe When Trying to Conceive?
One of the most common questions I am asked as a fertility specialist is regarding the lifestyle …
May 27, 2019
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An Inside Look at Life as a Fertility Nurse
I first became interested in a career in nursing during high school when I shadowed nurses in a …
May 6, 2019
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How Does PCOS Affect Fertility?
Up to 10 percent of reproductive-age women have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), yet many …
April 29, 2019
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Where to Find Helpful Resources for Infertility Support
As patients undergo fertility treatments, it can be helpful for them to utilize resources to use as …
April 22, 2019
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The Effects of the Zika Virus on Women Trying to Conceive
The Zika virus is reported to have first been discovered in humans in 1952 in Uganda. The virus is …
February 18, 2019
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