Is more testosterone better? Does it make the sperm super?
Actually, the contrary occurs. Testosterone is very important for men as it is responsible for normal libido, muscle tone and sperm health. But, if a man takes these hormone in the form of an injection or gel/cream, it can cause infertility by impairing or eliminating sperm production.
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An in-depth guide to fertility testing
When you have your first visit with your fertility specialist, they will review you and your partner’s medical history. The next step is fertility testing. It can help identify potential problems and help your fertility specialist recommend the most appropriate and efficient treatments. Here is our guide to fertility testing.
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Making our 2011 fertility resolutions
Are you making 2011 fertility resolutions? After all, who hasn’t at the first of every year vowed to make some major changes in his or her life? We have all heard the phrases “Change is Good” and “Everything Changes.” However, for most of us, those well-meaning resolutions fall by the wayside.
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Are carbs bad for fertility?
Around the holidays overindulgence in carbo-loaded sweet treats may be nearly impossible to avoid. In fact, many of us will be making a New Year’s resolution to quit consuming carbohydrates. However, are carbs bad for fertility?
The truth – Are carbs bad for fertility?
Obesity can certainly have a negative impact on fertility.
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Understanding the link between infertility and weight
Among the things that a woman can do to optimize her chances of getting pregnant – either naturally or with help – is to maintain a healthy body weight. Women who are either underweight or overweight have a lower fertility rate than normal weight women. This is the truth about infertility and weight.
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Getting information from fertility nurses
The fertility nurses in our office have a very important relationship with the patients who are trying to conceive. Your nurse is your true point of contact at our office. They answer your questions and check your physical and emotional health.
The fertility process can be extremely overwhelming.
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TFC is explaining unexplained infertility
Explaining unexplained infertility is part of the job. A patient asked me this week why I felt she had unexplained infertility. She had been told by her gynecologist that several issues had arisen during their infertility evaluation. Her previous physician told her that she did not ovulate very well and he found endometriosis during a laprascopy.
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It is well known that a woman’s age has a large impact on her fertility. However, what impact does a man’s age have on his partner’s fertility and pregnancy? Recent research tells us that the father’s age impacts these issues, though the overall effect is quite modest compared to the effect to that of the mother.
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Learning more with fertility facts and stats
Infertility is a very common condition that affects approximately 1 in 8 couples. This may even be an underestimate since many couples never seek care. As patient awareness and education increases, the number of couples seeking care and achieving their goal of family building will increase. This is our goal in sharing fertility facts.
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More information about embryo transfer days
Patients often ask us about the differences between embryo transfer days. We can do a transfer on Day 3 or Day 5. Many of our patients are internet savvy. They seem to all want Day 5 transfers, as they believe that the “literature” says it’s best. In fact, if you look at basic statistics,
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Learning more with miscarriage facts
Last week on our radio talk show (Talk Radio 1370 AM at noon each Saturday), we discussed miscarriage facts. Losing a pregnancy in the first trimester is so common that health professionals may not realize how devastating it can be. Approximately 15% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage. In younger women,
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Should I get a flu shot during fertility treatments?
Now that flu season is upon us, and we keep hearing the question, “Should I get the flu shot if I am pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant?” The answer is “YES!” with very few exceptions when it comes to getting the flu shot during fertility treatments.
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