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Vitamin D Increases Live Birth Rates in Infertile Women

A recent Danish study suggests that dietary Vitamin D increases live birth rates in infertile women. The authors of the study investigated the records of over 16,000 Danish women with…

Getting in Shape for Pregnancy

Many attempting pregnancy wonder what they can do to improve their chances for a successful pregnancy. Getting in shape for pregnancy is often overlooked. There are 5 basic components to…

Marijuana Use in Men May Increase Miscarriage Risk

We know that smoking tobacco has a multitude of adverse effects on fertility for both men and women. Until recently, the impact of smoking marijuana has been less clear, however.…

How Does Endometriosis Affect Fertility?

How does endometriosis affect fertility? Many of our patients with endometriosis ask this question; however, it is a very controversial subject with many contradictory studies in the medical literature. Endometriosis…

What to Expect During and After an Egg Retrieval

Many patients wonder, “what happens to my eggs during and after their egg retrieval?” The following is a brief outline of what to expect during and after an egg retrieval.…

Air Pollution May Be Associated With Increased Risk of Miscarriage

Exposure to environmental pollutants for those trying to conceive can adversely affect the ability to become pregnant and overall fertility. Numerous health-related issues have been linked to air pollution. A…

Access to Fertility Treatment

Infertility is a disease. An estimated one out of six couples attempting pregnancy will have fertility challenges. A major barrier for infertile patients needing infertility treatment is the financial cost.…

Insurance Coverage Varies Even in States with an Infertility Mandate

Affording Infertility Treatments Having a child is expensive. If you are having difficulty conceiving, as 15% of those desiring a baby do, then the financial obstacles can be prohibitive. This…

Common Vaginal Yeast Infection Treatment is Linked to Miscarriage

Vaginal yeast infections called vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common gynecologic malady affecting many women; especially those who are pregnant. The results from a recent study found that a common vaginal…

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