Travel and fertility treatment can be easy with these tips
Whether you’re planning a little fun in the sun in an exotic location or some rest and relaxation somewhere close to home, your summer plans likely include travel. You don’t have to put your plans on hold while you’re in the middle of infertility treatment.
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You aren’t alone when facing Father’s Day and infertility
When a couple receives an infertility diagnosis, the man can sometimes feel left out. So much of the focus is often on the hopeful mother, but her partner needs support too. This is especially true on Father’s Day. Our San Antonio fertility doctor, Dr. Erika Munch,
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Learn what to do if a varicocele repair doesn’t work
A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins that drain the testicles. It is present in about 15% of the male population and 40% of hopeful fathers who are evaluated for infertility. Doctors typically discover this condition during a physical examination when they notice what may feel like a “bag of worms.”
A varicocele can cause fertility issues,
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Answering the question – How common is miscarriage?
Many hopeful parents ask our San Antonio fertility specialists, “How common is miscarriage?” Although you might feel isolated after suffering a pregnancy loss, you aren’t alone. Approximately 20%-25% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage.
Miscarriage is more common in early pregnancy. In fact, more than 80% of miscarriages occur before 12 weeks,
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Wondering when to see a fertility specialist?
When faced with month after month of negative pregnancy tests, many couples think that they should just keep trying on their own. Others can hear their biological clocks ticking as they keep trying to have a baby without success – and they wonder when to see a fertility specialist.
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What’s the difference between a fertility specialist and an obgyn?
Wondering about the difference between a fertility specialist and an obgyn? Our San Antonio fertility doctors are here to answer your questions.
You can think of your obgyn as an ally throughout your reproductive years and beyond. This doctor can provide birth control,
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What you need to know about male fertility and ibuprofen use
Wondering if pain relievers can cause male infertility? One small study recently found a potential link between male fertility and ibuprofen use. But don’t panic. Our San Antonio fertility doctors explain what you need to know – before you purge your medicine cabinet.
More about the study on male fertility and ibuprofen use
With male fertility on the decline around the globe,
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Don’t forget about the guys – Evaluating male infertility
Many people think that infertility is only a female issue, but our San Antonio fertility doctors know that male infertility is responsible for 40-50% of infertility cases. Although male infertility is common, it is also treatable. This is why our fertility specialists stress the importance of thoroughly evaluating male infertility to develop an effective treatment plan.
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What is the age limit for pregnancy?
In the past, there was a clear age limit for pregnancy. As our San Antonio fertility specialists often tell patients, female fertility declines with age. But new developments in the field of reproductive medicine and third party reproduction are making it possible for women to conceive even after they enter menopause.
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Learn about your options for other fertility treatments
In vitro fertilization, or IVF, is often the first treatment that comes to mind when people think about fertility treatments. Thinking about fertility medications, egg retrieval, fertilization and embryo transfer can be overwhelming. While IVF is the best treatment option for some hopeful parents it is not the only option.
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