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How Important Is It During A Fertility Journey?

Many myths are associated with it, and it is probably one of the most misunderstood medical conditions. For example, fertility is often deemed an age-related problem that affects women who delay childbearing when the truth is that fertility issues can affect both men and women of all ages. These myths lead many couples to suffer silent agony, not realizing that the problem is common and help is just a call away. Many options are available, from diagnostics to treatment and robust support systems. Parenthood Dr Radhika Sheth, Consultant Fertility Specialist, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Mumbai (Malad), says that now is the apt time to tackle the challenge of misconceptions by building awareness and helping couples tap the resources they need in their fertility journey. When couples find they cannot achieve their dream of parenthood quickly, they may experience mixed emotions these range from denial, anxiety, depression, anger, and sexual dysfunction to strained marital relations. Co...

How Important Is It To Know The Period Date In Pregnancy?

By understanding women's reproductive health and menstrual cycle, one can better know about fertility and ensure women's health during pregnancy. Dr. Amreen Singh, Consultant, Department of IVF and Infertility, Jaypee Hospital, Noida, says that the female reproductive system consists of ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina. Eggs are formed in the ovaries, which are brought to the uterus through the fallopian tubes, where the egg gets fertilized and turns into a fetus (child). Sperms enter the uterus through the cervix. menstrual cycle Menstruation is a complex process that prepares the body for pregnancy. This cycle starts on the first day of menstruation and ends on the 28th day. During the menstrual cycle, the hormones estrogen and progesterone are produced, due to which the inner surface of the uterus becomes thick and prepares for the development of the egg. If fertilization does not happen then the lining of the uterus (uterus) falls off, this is called men...

Why Are There More Twins In IVF?

Generally, having twins in natural pregnancy is nothing less than a miracle, although some women have also had triplets, but the craze for twins is different. Many women also resort to IVF to conceive twins baby and it is a fact that the chances of having twins in IVF are high to a large extent. But why most people hardly know about it. Let us tell you why twins are more in IVF and how you can increase the success rate of having twins. what is twins pregnancy Dr. Rachita Munjal, Consultant at Birla Fertility and IVF, says that when two babies grow in a woman's uterus , it is called twins pregnancy. Twin babies can be identical as well as non-identical. Identical means that when an egg and a sperm unite to form an embryo and that embryo splits into two, identical twins are formed. Identical twins have almost the same appearance. Talking about non-identical twins, when two eggs and two sperm combine to form separate embryos and slowly start growing in the uterus. Why are there mor...

How Important Is It To Know The Period Date In Pregnancy?

By understanding women's reproductive health and menstrual cycle, fertility can be better known and women's health can be ensured during pregnancy. Dr. Amreen Singh, Consultant, Department of IVF and Infertility, Jaypee Hospital, Noida, says that the reproductive system of women consists of ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina. Eggs are formed in the ovaries, which are brought to the uterus through the fallopian tubes, where the egg gets fertilized and turns into a fetus (child). Sperms enter the uterus through the cervix. menstrual cycle Menstruation is a complex process that prepares the body for pregnancy. This cycle starts on the first day of menstruation and ends on the 28th day. During the menstrual cycle, the hormones estrogen and progesterone are produced, due to which the inner surface of the uterus becomes thick and prepares for the development of the egg. If fertilization does not happen then the lining of the uterus (uterus) falls off, this is called...

Disease-Uterine Abnormalities Can Affect Your Fertility

Although uncommon, uterine abnormalities can increase risk of infertility, miscarriage, premature birth and other pregnancy complications. Uterine anomalies are congenital malformations of the female reproductive tract develop when a female is growing in her mother's womb. These abnormalities occur in less than 5% of all women but have been reported in 25% of women who had miscarriages or premature deliveries, said Dr. Bhagya Lakshmi, Consultant Obstetrics, Gynaecologist andLaparoscopic Surgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad. According to Dr. Lakshmi, uterine abnormalities of the female reproductive tract occur due to defects in the embryonic development during organogenesis, fusion or septum resorption. "A girl child in her mother's womb develops the uterus as two separate halves that fuse together before she is born. If there is any difference in this development, it results in uterine abnormality," she explained. Signs of uterine abnormalities The symptoms associa...

Health News-These 4 foods can have a bad effect on your fertility

Becoming a mother is a beautiful feeling for every woman. But many times when women try to become a mother, due to the problems of the body, women have difficulty in becoming a mother. There can be many reasons behind this. Such as stress, lifestyle and lack of food etc. In such a situation, there are many such foods, which can affect the fertility of women. If a woman is thinking of becoming a mother, then women should stay away from certain foods. By not eating these foods, women's fertility can improve. Let's know about those foods. meat If you are thinking of becoming a mother, avoid consuming processed red meat. This food is high in calories, which affects fertility. Eating processed red meat can also cause obesity in women. By eating this, the weight increases rapidly. Fat also gets deposited in the liver by eating it. caffeine Caffeine is very harmful for the body. If you are thinking of becoming a mother, then you should avoid drinking tea, coffee and cold drinks. ...

Few dirty habits of men reducing sperm count!

The reproductive capacities of both men and women decrease. Experts say, people who are between the ages of 30 and 40 and who do not pay attention to their health, their ability to have children is greatly affected. Experts believe that once a man reaches the age of 40, his fertility starts decreasing. If the woman is unable to get pregnant, then in about 50 percent of those cases, the problems of pregnancy can be traced to the health of the men. what are the 4 bad habits that are harming the reproductive health of men. 1.Stress: Stress leads to an imbalance of testosterone and then due to hormonal changes, there is a wrong effect on the fertility of men. 2.Smoking and Drinking: Consuming tobacco and smoking reduces the quality of semen and also damages the DNA of sperm. In addition, drinking alcohol can can lower testosterone levels, which can lead to erectile dysfunction and reduced sperm production.  3. Drug use: Many people use different types of drugs to gain muscle and ...