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Acupuncture While Pregnant: Reasons to Consider Acupuncture During Pregnancy

Acupuncture is a medical practice originating from the East. It has been used to treat various ailments as well as provide relief from pain and discomfort. It has been particularly useful in managing conditions affecting the nervous system. You may be wondering if it is safe to do acupuncture while pregnant. In this article we shall discuss what acupuncture is, the types of acupuncture practises, the benefits of acupuncture during pregnancy, and we shall explore some reasons one would consider acupuncture while pregnant.

Understanding Fertility: A Guide to Antral Follicle Count

Antral follicles are fluid-filled sacs located on the outside of ovaries, which contain immature eggs. Each month, during the ovulation stage of the menstrual cycle, a mature follicle ruptures and releases an egg. The number of follicles produced in any cycle is relative, and varies from one individual to another. In this article we shall be discussing what antral follicle count is and the role it plays when it comes to assisted reproduction treatments.

Birth Control and Infertility

Individuals seeking contraception options often wonder about the correlation between birth control and infertility. While many people have found great value in the use of birth control methods, there are still many others who avoid birth control solutions for fear that they may cause infertility. Birth control is necessary if one does not want to become pregnant. At the same time, the concern about how one’s fertility is affected or influenced by birth control methods is genuine. In this article, we shall discuss different types of birth control, how they work, and how they affect fertility when one is ready to become pregnant.

CoQ10 for Fertility

A healthy lifestyle involves good nutrition, exercise, and healthy lifestyle choices. The same can be said for a healthy pregnancy. Good nutrition also includes dietary supplements which have been known to improve vitality. Coenzyme Q10, more commonly known as CoQ10, is one such nutrient that improves vitality. It has been found to have a wide variety of benefits. CoQ10 supplements have also been shown promising results in improving fertility among patients undergoing assisted reproduction treatments.

Discomfort During Intercourse, While Pregnant

Discomfort during intercourse, medically known as dyspareunia, is defined as discomfort or pain that occurs before, during, or after sexual activity. Research has shown that dyspareunia affects 3 to eighteen percent of women worldwide. Discomfort during intercourse while pregnant affects women due to a variety of factors. In this article, we are going to discuss the factors that contribute to this discomfort or pain. We shall also suggest a few things you can try in order to have a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Fallopian Tube Blockage Treatment

Fallopian tube blockage is a condition that is caused by various disruptions in the uterus. Disruptions such as infections, diseases, and surgical complications are some reasons that may cause a person’s fallopian tubes to be blocked. Blocked fallopian tubes are not disease and as such, do not usually present any symptoms. Many times, persons with blocked fallopian tubes may not even be aware that they have blocked tubes.Often fallopian tube blockage is discovered while patients are being treated for something else. This article will discuss what fallopian tube blockage is, what causes fallopian tubes to become blocked, the impact of blocked fallopian tubes, how fallopian tube blockage is detected, and the treatment for fallopian tube blockage.

Fibroids and Fertility

Fibroids are growths that occur in the uterus and vary in size and shape. They are noncancerous and normally harmless. They are often detected during routine pelvic exams. They can also occasionally lead to medical complications with potentially serious side effects. Fibroids in and of themselves are not typically a cause of infertility however, their presence can impact pregnancy. In this article, you will learn how fibroids could impact fertility, symptoms to look out for, and, equally important, the treatment options that are available.

How to Read a Sperm Analysis Report

A semen analysis report can give you insight into fertility through key metrics like sperm count, motility, and morphology. Below-average results often are cause for concern, but do not indicate infertility. In this article, we shall show you how to read and understand the meaning of your sperm analysis results. By learning to interpret sperm count results, you can boost fertility and conceive with confidence.

Can You Choose Gender with IVF?

Determining the sex of an embryo in an in vitro fertilization cycle has been possible for many years. This can be done during the process of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), a procedure used to detect and prevent genetic diseases. Many prospective parents have taken the PGT opportunity to choose the sex of an embryo due to personal preferences. In this article, we shall be exploring the possibilities of sex selection with IVF by learning about the science, legal considerations, and emotional implications of choosing your baby's sex.

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