You are here : health.am > Pregnancy Health Center > Pregnancy articles Pregnancy articles Miscarriage • Pregnancy articles • May 26 05 What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) is any pregnancy that is non-viable (wherein the fetus cannot survive) or is born before the 20th week of pregnancy. Secondary Infertility • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Most people believe that once you’ve had one child, you’ve proven yourself to be fertile and therefore will have no problems conceiving again in the future. Unfortunately, this is not true. Secondary infertility is a… Retrograde Ejaculation • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Occurring in less than 1% of men with fertility problems, retrograde ejaculation can make it very difficult for a couple to conceive. While it has no health implications, men affected by this condition have their… Structural Problems • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 One reason for male infertility stems from problems with the overall structure of the reproductive organs. If the reproductive organs have not been formed properly or there is some sort of damage to them, it… Treating Infertility With Herbs • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 The practice of using herbs to treat infertility can be dated as far back as 200 A.D. in China. Despite its long history of use in China and other parts of the world,… Egg and Embryo Donation • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Since the first successful egg donation was performed in 1983, the practice has gained in popularity. In 2000, a donor egg or embryo was used in just over 10% of all ART treatments.… Premature Ovarian Failure • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 A mystery to many researchers, premature ovarian failure (POF) can be devastating to women. Affecting between 1 and 4% of women, anywhere between 250,000 and one million American women are impacted by POF. What… Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the main causes of infertility in women. It affects anywhere from five to ten per cent of women between the ages of 20 and 40, making it… Clomiphene • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Clomiphene is a fertility drug that helps women with ovulation problems. It is sold under the brand names Clomid and Serophene. What Does It Do? Clomiphene is used to help regulate ovulation or induce ovulation… Getting Ready For The Doctor • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 When you and your partner have been trying unsuccessfully for a year (six months if you’re over 35) to have a child, it may be time to see a doctor to investigate… Fertility Health For Men • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Taking Charge of Your Fertility When a couple experiences problems trying to conceive, it is just as likely to be due to male problems as it is to female problems. Causes of… Endometriosis Treatment • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Diagnosing endometriosis can be troublesome. While chronic pelvic pain is an excellent indicator of the condition, only a laparoscopy can determine whether or not you actually have endometriosis. A laparoscope is a tiny, lighted tube… Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 In 1992, a new reproductive technique was developed that was considered a breakthrough for helping many infertile men have children. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) uses micromanipulation technology to help men who have low sperm… Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the main causes of infertility in women. It affects anywhere from five to ten per cent of women between the ages of 20 and 40, making it… Ectopic Pregnancy • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 One of the main complications in early pregnancy is ectopic pregnancy. This is when a fertilized egg implants itself somewhere other than in the uterine lining. The majority of the time, the egg will implant… Endometriosis • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Having a painful period is a normal part of life for many women. But did you ever think that maybe the pain you are feeling isn’t normal? Endometriosis is a common problem in many women, however… In Vitro Fertilization • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 First successfully performed in 1978, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is probably one of the best known ART methods and quite possibly the most common form of treatment people think of when they think of… Acupuncture and Infertility • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Increasingly being recognized as a valid form of treatment by Western doctors, the practice of acupuncture dates back thousands of years in China. While acupuncture has been found to be helpful in treating a… Hi-Tech Solutions for Infertility • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Fertility treatments have come along way over the years. As they continue to develop, the chances of success increase. Yet, many people feel that these options are not for them. The price tag… Taking Medical Supplements for Infertility • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 If you have gone for fertility testing, then these are some of the medications you or your partner may be put on. Progesterone This can be administered in various ways (orally,… Foods to Avoid • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 During your pregnancy, it is extremely important to avoid certain foods that you may have enjoyed pre-pregnancy. This is because many foods either contain harmful bacteria or environmental pollutants that negatively affect your baby.… Exploring Alternative Infertility Treatments • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Hi-tech answers are not for everyone. There are alternatives, though, that many people have found helpful. These alternatives tend to focus on balancing things within you and are more aligned with Eastern philosophy… Ovulatory Disorders • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 One of the leading causes of female infertility, ovualtory disorders affect between 20% and 40% of women experiencing fertility problems. However, with proper treatment, a woman’s ability to conceive improves significantly and the majority are… Female Fertility Issues • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 You and your partner have been trying for months now to get pregnant but with no success. While it was fun in the beginning, you’re starting to get a little stressed about it now.… Male Fertility Issues • Pregnancy articles • May 24 05 Like female infertility, male fertility problems can be caused by a number of factors. Also like females, who may have troubles conceiving due to a variety of problems (poor egg quality, polyps in their… Page 3 of 4 pages < 1 2 3 4 > << Back to main