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Overcoming male factor infertility is possible through the right diagnostic testing and appropriate treatment protocols. While the infertility conversation often revolves around the female partner, the male partner’s role is just as important. Infertility is often seen as a female problem, but surprisingly, 40 percent of cases are attributed to
If you are feeling nervous or stressed about your upcoming first fertility appointment, these simple tips will help ensure you have a straightforward and informational visit. By preparing necessary forms, documenting important material, and coming with questions you will be able to make the most out of the first meeting
Sometimes the road to parenthood can be challenging and pregnancy does not come easy, but many couples wait to seek the help they need because of preconceived fears about fertility treatment. Also, couples are often unsure about when it’s time to see a fertility specialist and instead put off this
“In retrospect, I wish I wouldn’t have waited,” says Sarah, a current Shady Grove Fertility patient of Joseph Doyle, M.D. of our Rockville, MD office. Sarah is not alone. In a recent survey, 65 percent of 1,000+ patients surveyed said they wish they hadn’t waited as long as they did
Why: Get Answers with Fertility Testing Women and men questioning their fertility potential can find answers through a series of fertility tests also known as pre-screening or the diagnostic work-up. Seeing a specialist for fertility testing allows for answers in as little as a month. Who: Anyone Trying to Conceive
It is estimated that one in 10 women suffer from PCOS (polycystic ovay syndrome). This disorder is one of the most common causes of infertility in women. The effects of PCOS are particularly wide-ranging with a host of hormonal symptoms like irregular or absent periods, acne, and facial and body
As technology continues to advance and more men and women are talking about their struggles with infertility, couples are becoming more proactive about their reproductive health and seeking the expertise of a fertility specialist. On average, it will take a couple 5-7 months to conceive, so there’s no need to
Did you know that the hormones surging through your body influence or even control many of the most important bodily processes—including the ability to get pregnant? Because you can’t see or consciously adjust the levels of these critical compounds, it can be profoundly frustrating when you find yourself struggling to
When you’ve already had a successful pregnancy, it seems hard to believe that you may have difficulty getting pregnant again. But in the United States, nearly half of all cases of infertility are classified as secondary infertility. Secondary infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant —despite engaging in
After making the decision to start trying to conceive many women wonder if they will be able to get pregnant. While there are many factors that determine your ability to conceive, some common uterine conditions may easily be overlooked, which begs the question: “Is my uterus baby friendly?” “For most
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