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Friday, October 14th, 2011
Some people call them fertility vacations. Others don’t give them names at all. But if you’re thinking of traveling out of the country to get fertility treatments, it’s important to remain cautious.
This isn’t to suggest that foreign doctors and hospitals cannot solve fertility issues. However, there are several concerns about going abroad for your fertility treatment needs. Consider the following:
- It may be difficult to find credible information about a fertility specialist, especially if he or she speaks a foreign language that you do not understand.
- If there are complications while you’re overseas, how will you deal with issues like needing to stay in that country longer than you anticipate?
- What kind of repercussions do you have legally if something goes wrong with the reproductive techniques they decide to use?
- How can you be assured that you’re getting the fertility treatments that you deserve?
- Many countries do not have the same medical hygiene standards as those in the United States. Will you risk your health?
- How long can you conceivably stay in a foreign country from a social, job-related or financial perspective if something goes amiss and you need to remain?
- How will you verify the credentials of your fertility specialist?
This is one of the reasons we highly recommended looking nationally for the best fertility specialist you can. That way, you can be less concerned with all the associated issues that traveling to another country can create.
Of course, if you’re located in or near the Philadelphia or Reading, Pennsylvania, areas, we welcome you to make an appointment with The Reproductive Health Institute (RSI).
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Wednesday, May 25th, 2011
As you prepare for an upcoming trip to your fertility specialist (and we hope that your preferred reproductive health specialist is one of the doctors at RSI!), it’s important to have a list of questions on hand should he or she suggest you or your partner take fertility drugs.
Some of the queries you’ll want to consider include the following:
- How often do you prescribe these fertility drugs to patients?
- What side effects are common with these types of fertility drugs? Have your patients reported any other side effects?
- What are the contraindications with these fertility drugs?
- How much will the fertility drugs cost? Are there generic versions to save money?
- What will the fertility drugs do?
- How long will I have to take the fertility drugs?
- Will taking these medications affect anything that I currently do?
- Are there foods or drinks I should avoid while taking these fertility drugs?
- If I do not take these drugs, what will happen? What would my other options be?
By being a smart, prepared patient, you’ll leave your reproductive health specialist’s office feeling better educated than when you came in. And it will also give your physician an opportunity to help you understand more about your unique situation.
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Monday, May 9th, 2011
“New cure for infertility!”
“Cure your infertility once and for all!”
“New secrets to curing infertility revealed!”
In the reproductive health science industry, we hear it all – the claims of cures, the offers of “secret tricks”, the tell-all missives from “gurus”. But the truth of the matter is that there is no single “cure” for infertility.
Now, before you become upset or unhappy, please know that there are ways to overcome infertility in many cases. At RSI, one of the Philadelphia area’s most reputable fertility clinics, we perform “miracles” every day. But there is not one cure-all for all types of infertility.
That’s one of the reasons it pays to be very cautious – and scientific – when it comes to your reproductive health. If you’ve been having trouble conceiving, you need to see a specialist, not just read a book or buy a tonic or vitamin. Every case is 100% unique; thus, the way to work around different forms of infertility varies accordingly.
P.T. Barnum said that there was someone willing to give up his money born every minute… and P.T. Barnum took advantage of that willingness. Others will try to operate similarly and separate you from your finances in an effort to sell you a “cure” that simply doesn’t exist.
It would be amazing if there really were a one-stop-shopping method to treating infertility. However, there is not. But there ARE answers… and there IS hope! Come to RSI for a consultation and find out what your options are before falling prey to snake oil.
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Wednesday, April 20th, 2011
Have you been considering undergoing fertility treatments? If so, make sure the reproductive health clinic you choose has the following 10 attributes:
- Clean, inviting, state-of-the-art facility with highly accredited physicians and staff.
- Clinic has a comprehensive, educational website.
- Clinic offers numerous fertility treatment services.
- Clinic offers surrogacy, egg donation and other options.
- Clinic has worked with hundreds of individuals and/or couples.
- Clinic’s laboratory is CLIA approved.
- Clinic’s laboratory is certified and accredited by The College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
- Clinic has higher-than-national-average success rates.
- Clinic offers appealing hours that fit with your lifestyle and schedule.
- Clinic’s team is constantly on the cutting edge of reproductive health medicine.
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Monday, April 18th, 2011
For couples who are without any children and who are trying to become pregnant, it can be difficult to understand why partners facing secondary infertility* are so upset.
(*Secondary infertility is, quite simply, infertility after having successfully conceived a child or children.)
The truth of the matter is that whether or not you have a household full of children or you’ve been relegated to caring for furry, four-legged “kids”, infertility can still be emotionally difficult.
If you’ve been having issues getting pregnant even though you’ve been pregnant before, it’s time to see a reproductive health specialist to talk about secondary infertility. Stop listening to the negative people who say you’re “selfish” to want more children; if having a larger family is your goal, it’s reasonable to find out why you’re not conceiving naturally.
As for the reasons behind secondary infertility, there are numerous possibilities to explain the problem. Some, like ovulation issues, are relatively easy to address. Others, like the case of a woman who has entered into menopause earlier than expected, may require medical action.
Regardless, it’s important to recognize that secondary infertility is a condition that a) can be addressed and b) shouldn’t be ignored if the couple truly wants more kids.
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2011
You want to go to a reproductive health specialist and discuss fertility problems you and your partner have had. But whenever you bring up the subject, he becomes defensive and refuses to attend even an exploratory meeting with a physician… let alone hear you out.
What gives?
For many men, especially those who were raised in families where infertility and reproductive health were “verboten” issues, discussing topics like this can be extremely difficult. And for other men, there can be an overwhelming fear that they might be facing male infertility.
What many men simply don’t realize is that male infertility is quite common. In fact, just as many fertility problems can be caused by male infertility factors as female infertility factors! But that can be little relief for the wife or partner of the man who won’t even discuss going to a doctor.
If you’re with someone who finds the male infertility discussion difficult, there are a few routes you can take.
First, you can make an appointment on your own to see a reproductive health specialist who can assist you in getting some information.
Next, you can get in touch with a counselor who might be able to give you advice on broaching the subject of male infertility.
Finally, you may just have to be patient but direct. If you both want children and you haven’t conceived naturally (though you’ve been having sexual intercourse regularly and without protection) in a 6-12 month period, there’s something amiss. That could be the bare fact that gets him to attend an appointment in the hopes of getting one step closer to a solution.
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Monday, April 4th, 2011
If you and your partner decide to pursue fertility treatments as an option for becoming pregnant, it’s important to take into consideration many factors that will have an impact on the outcome, including your lifestyle habits. And that includes smoking.
Whether you indulge in an occasional cigar or smoke a pack of cigarettes a day (or more), you are introducing a multitude of toxins into your body. These toxins have been known to cause or contribute to a plethora of medical conditions, including cancer of various organs. They also are known to raise the risk of infertility or difficulty becoming pregnant.
This is one of the reasons the World Health Organization (WHO) has placed a significant emphasis on encouraging smoking cessation in individuals around the globe. From Korea to the United States, the WHO estimates that 5 million persons per year die from factors attributable to smoking.
For you or your partner, this means one thing – kicking the smoking habit. Of course, this is easier said than done and often requires more than a modicum of patience, assistance and support. However, if it increases your chances of having a successful round of fertility treatments, it could be a significant turning point for you. In the end, it’s a healthy decision regardless of its impact on reproductive health.
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Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011
Ever wonder what causes or contributes to a woman or man’s infertility? Our 3-part series takes a brief look at 25 factors that can result in infertility for males and females.
- 8. Dietary and Weight Issues – Obesity and malnutrition are serious contributors to infertility. Any adult above or below normal BMI levels may find him- or herself unable to have a child without assistance from a reproductive health specialist.
- 9. Endometriosis – Not only is endometriosis a painful condition experienced by hundreds of thousands of women, but it’s also one of the leading causes of infertility. Ironically, many women with endometriosis do not realize they have the condition (despite the pain/discomfort associated with it) until they experience fertility problems.
- 10. Genetic Conditions – Carrying an extra X or Y chromosome can lead to infertility in both men and women.
- 11. “Hostile” Cervical Mucus – A woman’s cervical mucus may actually be considered “hostile” to the sperm of her partner. Essentially, this means the mucus does not allow fertility to take place because it sees the sperm as an invader. There are numerous treatments to handle this type of situation.
- 12. Low Sperm Count and/or Motility – If a male’s sperm count is too low OR if his sperm do not have the power to get to the egg, infertility will likely result.
- 13. Medical Conditions – Some medical conditions such as diabetes and Crohn’s disease are contributing factors to infertility in both males and females.
- 14. Medications – Some medications may inhibit fertility in those taking them; therefore, it’s critical to always understand possible side effects when trying to have a child.
- 15. Ovulation Disorders – Ovulation is critical to fertility. If a woman’s body is not ovulating on a regular basis, there will either be a) no egg for the sperm to fertilize or b) an egg available for fertilization only some of the time. Fortunately, there are prescription medications like Clomid that can help women ovulate.
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Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
How do you know if a fertility specialist is right for you? It’s a good question to ask, especially given the fact that you’ll be discussing intimate lifestyle details with him or her on a regular basis.
Though the following list is not all-inclusive, it will give you a good starting point for determining if the fertility specialist you’re considering is the perfect one for your needs:
1. Does the Fertility Specialist Show You Respect?
Your experiences with your fertility specialist should be positive, and that starts with him or her showing you respect.
2. Do You Like the Fertility Specialist’s Office?
Does the office space seem clean to you? Do you feel comfortable there?
3. Does Your Fertility Specialist Make You Wait Inordinate Amounts of Time?
Though it’s not unusual for all physicians, including fertility specialists, to run behind from time to time, if you feel you’re constantly waiting… and waiting… and waiting… you may not be getting the service you deserve.
4. Does Your Fertility Specialist Take Your Questions Seriously? Does He/She Answer Them Promptly?
Have you ever had the experience of asking your fertility specialista question and receiving a rude or non-existent response? If so, you may want to consider switching to a reproductive health science professional who will treat your concerns seriously.
5. Does Your Partner Like the Fertility Specialist?
If you love your fertility specialist but your partner doesn’t, it may cause difficulty down the road. While this isn’t a definitely “deal breaker”, it’s absolutely something you need to consider.
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Thursday, August 12th, 2010
For many couples, hearing the word “infertility” brings forth assumptions of serious problems that cannot be easily remedied. However, for many people, infertility is only a temporary state and can be reversed, especially if the problem is one of irregular ovulation.
Many women do not realize that they are ovulating at inconsistent intervals. Regardless of the reasons for their problems, the end result is an inability to become pregnant due to sperm being unable to essentially “connect” with an egg.
Reproductive health science specialists will be able to determine if a woman is ovulating regularly; if not, she can try a number of different ways to get her body to a regular rhythm through a variety of means, including diet, exercise and medication.
Remember that infertility is only a symptom. Until the problem comes to the forefront, it’s just a diagnosis and shouldn’t cause immediate bells of alarm or worry.
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