Exposure to certain toxins could inhibit a couple's ability to conceive a child. This brief article will highlight what some of these potentially harmful substances are, the reasons these chemicals or products interfere with the conception process and steps people can take to limit their exposure to … [Read more...]
Research shows that the fertility rate has dropped drastically over the last 50 years in the United States. The general fertility rate is determined by the rate of births to women ages 15 to 44. For comparison, the average number of children per woman in 1965 was more than five children. Over the … [Read more...]
Women often develop urinary tract infections (UTIs). Most UTIs are easily treated with no lasting effects. However, some infections can affect fertility. What Are UTIs? The urinary system includes the bladder, urethra, kidneys, and ureters. A bacterial infection can form in any of these. For most … [Read more...]
Research suggests that asthma affects fertility in many ways, making it more difficult to conceive, but there is still hope for women with asthma. Asthma is an incredibly common health condition that affects roughly one in eight women in the United States. Those who have asthma may find it … [Read more...]
Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that seriously affects the longevity and the fertility of men. The disease is marked by the inability of the body to process the simple sugar glucose and convert it to useable energy. In July 2008, scientific research published by Dr. Con Mallidis, et al. of … [Read more...]
Many women will experience vaginal dryness at some point. However, if the condition occurs regularly, it can compromise the ability to become pregnant. Having a healthy amount of cervical mucus directly impacts fertility, and there are a variety of health factors that can weaken its production, such … [Read more...]
Guest author: Nancy S. Poonia When you are finally ready to have a baby but your body refuses to cooperate, a fertility doctor seems to be the only one who can help. No one expects to be infertile, and most people feel overwhelmed by emotion when they are first confronted by infertility. Once … [Read more...]
The health of a woman's vaginal biome may impact her fertility levels, in addition to her ability to become pregnant. This brief blog will discuss what the vaginal biome is, how it can influence issues such as fertility and conception, and methods women can employ to improve its overall health, … [Read more...]
