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Wednesday, December 7th, 2011
A new analysis of 15 controlled studies has found that a woman’s BMI has a relational effect on her fertility, with obesity associated with significantly worse pregnancy outcomes compared with women with a normal BMI.
It has long been believed that a woman’s general health can and does affect her ability to conceive, and to carry the baby to full-term, but past studies have been inconclusive in showing a direct link between obesity and infertility. However, according to this meta-analysis, obesity puts a mother-to-be at greater risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes when she conceives through in vitro fertilization.
Of the eight studies that reported clinical pregnancy rates among women undergoing assisted reproduction, 40.5 percent of obese women achieved pregnancy, compared with 43.8 percent of women of normal weight. Six studies reported live births, and those two were lower among obese women — the live birth rate was 23 percent among obese women and 25 percent among normal weight controls. Miscarriages occurred in 21.9 percent of obese women compared with 19.3 percent of normal controls.
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Monday, June 13th, 2011
If you’ve had difficulty becoming pregnant, you may be considering fertility treatments. However, the options available – not to mention the confusing information distributed by some unreliable sources – may be enough to make your head spin.
That’s why we strongly suggest that you write down questions/concerns/ideas before visiting your chosen fertility clinic. Below are 12 topics you’ll probably want to address for peace of mind and education.
1. How can we discover why I’m unable to get pregnant?
2. What are the causes of infertility in women my age?
3. Am I a good candidate for fertility treatments?
4. What will the evaluation process be like?
5. What fertility treatments do you have available?
6. Which fertility treatments have historically worked best for women my age?
7. What is the treatment process like? Is there much downtime?
8. What are the risk associated with IVF, IUI and other forms of fertility treatments?
9. Does my insurance carrier typically cover any aspect of fertility treatments?
10. What payment options exist if I go forward with fertility treatments which are not covered by insurance?
11. How long has your clinic’s medical staff been doing this type of work?
12. What type(s) of psychological preparation should I consider if I go forward with fertility treatments?
Of course, you’re likely to have additional considerations based on your unique fertility situation. As we noted above, write down everything you’ll want to know to make an informed decision for yourself and your family. Then, bring it (and a notebook) with you when you first meet with your fertility specialist.
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Friday, January 28th, 2011
Secondary infertility is a topic about which we at RSI are often asked. So we thought we’d put together a handy FAQ guide to help you understand this area of reproductive science.
1. What is secondary infertility?
Secondary infertility occurs when a woman or couple has been able to have one (or more) child naturally but finds herself/themselves unable to conceive again. Thus, they experience fertility issues a “second” time around.
2. Who is at risk for secondary infertility?
Secondary infertility can happen at any time, although the older the woman, the stronger the chances are that she will experience it. For instance, women over 35 who have had regular, unprotected sex for 6-12 months and have not gotten pregnant are usually considered to have problems with fertility.
3. Are there any psychological side effects to secondary infertility?
Secondary infertility can be extremely frustrating for couples; thus, it can take a toll on the marriage or relationship. Though all fertility issues can be troubling, parents of children who wish to have more can become particularly angry, disheartened or depressed when going through secondary infertility.
4. What are the causes of secondary infertility?
There are no specific causes to secondary infertility; truly, there can be a whole host of issues at stake. That’s why it’s important for the couple to go to a place like RSI to discover what’s really going on.
5. How many people have had secondary infertility?
Though there aren’t any exact ways to measure the couples who experience secondary infertility (as some do not reach out for assistance and are therefore untracked), it is estimated that at least one million couples in the United States are currently going through the condition.
If you would like to know more about secondary infertility for yourself, please schedule an appointment for a consultation with RSI.
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Wednesday, January 5th, 2011
Unless you’ve struggled to have a child naturally, it can be tough to understand why couples don’t “automatically” realize they are having a fertility issue. The truth is, though, that many people simply don’t always recognize infertility.
Below, we’ve put together 5 common signs that you or your partner is having or is at risk of having fertility issues. Remember that these aren’t all-inclusive; you may have other symptoms and should always ask your physician if you have any concerns about your reproductive health
1. The Woman Doesn’t Menstruate
A lack of menstruation usually means little to no ovulation. Thus, there is no egg to be fertilized.
2. The Man Cannot Ejaculate
Though there has been some research indicating that pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain a small amount of semen, it’s unlikely that a woman will get pregnant if her partner cannot fully ejaculate.
3. No Conception within a Year of Trying
If partners have been having sex 2-3 times per week (especially during ovulation) and there has been no conception, there may be a fertility issue.
4. The Female Partner is Extremely Overweight or Underweight
Conception is made more difficult if one of the partners has a weight problem. Excessively overweight woman and excessively underweight women often have reproductive health issues as a result.
5. A History of STDs or Cancer
People who have had STDs or cancer are at higher risk for fertility issues.
Again, you should consult with your own doctor to learn more about the factors that may affect your ability to conceive on your own.
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Monday, December 20th, 2010
Could what you’re using in terms of household products affect your fertility? Recently studies suggest that might be the case, especially when it comes to BPA.
BPAstands for “bisphenol-A” and is commonly found in plastic items as well as in the lining of soda cans.
Though research on the potential BPA-fertility conneciton isn’t conclusive, some scientists have cautioned against women having too much contact with the chemical compound. Because BPA has properties that mimic the body’s natural hormones, it’s suggested in some medical circles that fertility can be compromised from too much BPA contact.
If nothing else, it’s something to consider if you’re having trouble conceiving or are undergoing fertility treatments such as IVF.
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Monday, December 6th, 2010
If you’ve heard that having IVF increases the chances of women getting cancer, you’re not alone. This ominous headline has been splashed across the Internet for years. But new research from Sweden shows that there is no connection between IVF and cancer after all.
The Swedish study, which included thousands of participants, took place over 25 years and discovered no link between the chances of IVF patients having a higher risk of breast, cervical or uterine cancers than their counterparts who did not undergo IVF.
In fact, part of the research suggested that women who underwent IVF might actually have LESS risk than other females, though this hypothesis remains to be seen.
It’s good news not only for those seeking fertility treatments, but also for all the women who have used IVF (including stars like Celine Dion and Guiliana Rancic) to help them conceive.
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Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
As we’ve written about before at our blog, chlamydia can be one of the contributors to infertility or fertility issues. A very common STD with nasty long-term side effects, chlamydia is difficult to pinpoint unless men or women get tested.
This is why the Swedish have announced “Chlamydia Mondays”, a new PR program that’s a bit “out there” (it features outlandish cartoons to get the point across) but which the government hopes will resonate with the 4-per-hour-adults who are contracting chlamydia in the country.
So how do you know if you have chlamydia? Many people have no clue they’re carrying the disease, as it masks itself well. So if you’ve been having trouble getting pregnant and your physician has ruled out other possibilities but hasn’t tested you or your partner for chlamydia, it’s worth a look.
If nothing else, you’ll know if you are putting your partner at risk and you’ll also be able to get healthier.
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2010
She would have been the oldest person ever to receive IVF treatment, but Britain’s Susan Tollefsen has decided that 59 is “too old”.
Tollefsen cites concerns about her health and age when asked about why she’s chosen not to undergo the procedure, even though she has been approved. She also worries about the future of her daughter, who was conceived by IVF three years ago.
Her suggestion to women her age? Tollefsen understands their desires to have a child, but cautions them not to “risk it”.
Most doctors and clinics in the United States will not perform IVF treatments on women over 50 (and some put this number lower) due to concerns for their safety and the safety of their babies.
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Tuesday, March 30th, 2010
Gonorrhea is the most widespread and common of STDs… which makes it a huge risk for couples looking to have children now or down the road. It’s long been known that it can affect fertility; consequently, more fertility specialists are checking their patients for the medical condition.
Unfortunately, gonorrhea has few symptoms. In fact, many men and women have no idea they have the STD until years have passed. Thus, it can “silently” affect individuals for quite a while before being uncovered.
If you’re experiencing infertility and your physician hasn’t recommended you get checked for gonorrhea, it’s a good idea to ask if you could possibly have the disease. It’s spread through any kind of sexual contact, so if one or both members of the couple have had other partners, it’s worth finding out if gonorrhea could be to blame for infertility.
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Friday, November 27th, 2009
Endometriosis, a condition where the endometrium spreads beyond where it is typically found in a woman’s body, affects over 5 million females throughout America and Canada. For some people, the result is mild irritation; for others, it’s severe pain. And for many, it’s infertility.
In fact, many women do not realize they have endometriosis until they have difficulty conceiving naturally. It’s when they are seeking treatment for their reproductive concerns that their endometriosis is discovered.
So how can you tell if you might have endometriosis? Although the only way to know for sure is via examination by a medical professional, you may be at risk if you:
- Have a mother with endometriosis. (The condition can be passed down generation to generation.)
- Have periods that last longer than 8 days.
- Have periods that occur more frequently than once every 27 days.
- Experience pelvic pain during periods, during sex, during urination (while menstruation is occurring) and/or during bowel movements (while menstruation is occurring).
- Are dealing with infertility.
If you think you might have endometriosis, it’s important to get checked. And if you are having difficulty getting pregnant naturally, you’ll want to rule out endometriosis as a possible contributor.
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