Elective Egg Freezing: 10 Thoughts From an REI
October 17, 2014
Don't overpromise when it comes to elective egg freezing. It doesn't protect against infertility nor does it guarantee a future pregnancy.
Ronald F. Feinberg, MD, PhD
Getting Pregnant When Syndrome O Is Getting In Your Way
November 10, 2011
U.S. Surgeon General Michaela Smith announced today that a major health and reproductive problem afflicting millions of women for over a century has effectively been eradicated.
Getting Pregnant When Syndrome O Is Getting In Your Way
November 10, 2011
To the doctors, it seemed more than coincidental that these women manifested absent menstrual periods, hirsutism (excess hair growth on the face, chest, abdomen, and thighs), and enlarged ovaries.
Reproductive Associates of Delaware Fact Sheet What is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
November 10, 2011
Many women present with significant ovulation problems that may indicate an underlying issue with their metabolism and nutrition.
Minimal Endometriosis: Does It Affect Fertility?
October 11, 2011
I am a 34 year old woman that would like to have another child. I recently had surgery to remove my gallbladder and in the process there were pictures taken. I was told that my ovary is covered, all except one small area, by what looks like adhesions.
Insulin-Sensitizing Agents (ISAs) & PCOS: Before you ask for a prescription. . .
October 11, 2011
My gynecologist recently told me that I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and that I should try to lose weight before he gives me fertility medications. A friend told me that I should start taking a medicine to help lower my insulin levels. I'm confused about the connection between insulin and PCOS, and why I need to take an insulin-lowering medicine. I am 28 years old, and otherwise in good health.
Minimal Endometriosis: Does It Affect Fertility?
October 11, 2011
I am 28 years old and I've been actively trying to get pregnant for the past 2 years. I recently underwent a laparoscopy by my gynecologist. She told me that I had minimal endometriosis, but that my ovaries and tubes looked normal. She told me that endometriosis is associated with infertility, but I don't really understand the connection.
Fertility Care and Severe Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
October 8, 2011
In women with severe clomiphene-resistant PCOS, we proposed that
the insulin-lowering agent troglitazone (Rezulin®) could have a positive impact on the ovarian microenvironment by supporting normal follicular growth, ovulation, and successful pregnancy.
Minimal Endometriosis: Does It Affect Fertility?
October 8, 2011
This question is in reference to a 36 year old woman that needs to know if there is any other way to concieve once the tubes have been clipped and burned?
Ask The Expert
November 10, 2006
I do not advocate starting any particular insulin-sensitizing agent (ISA) unless the benefits outweigh the risks. For short-term use to aid with ovulation induction, Metformin has > been studied in small series of patients.
