…alkylating agents and pelvic radiation affect many aspects of reproduction – pubertal development and hormonal production, spermatogenesis and reduction in ovarian reserve. In males, the spermatogonia (precursors of sperm) are…
…wearing boxers had higher sperm concentration and total sperm count and lower FSH levels than men who wore tight fitting underwear. Wearing tight underwear may impair sperm production which could…
…mean sperm concentration, and lower sperm counts. Men who smoke have lower sperm counts, lower sperm motility, and more morphologically abnormal sperm than men who do not smoke. Even light…
…comprehensive sperm donor program that includes intrauterine insemination (IUI), ovulation induction with fertility medications, and in vitro fertilization (IVF). Sperm donors may be anonymous, a friend, or a family member,…
…(little sperm) or frank azoospermia (sperm absence). Continued use of these adjuvants will suppress sperm production. In general, sperm production returns within one year after cessation of testosterone supplementation in…
…age, medical, and surgical history must be considered. Costs of various options (known donor sperm insemination, anonymous donor sperm insemination, “shared maternity) are also important to consider. Family building for…
When it comes to fertility, understanding your ovarian reserve is crucial. Ovarian reserve refers to the number and quality of eggs remaining in a woman’s ovaries. This is a vital…
…(DOR). Diminished ovarian reserve means that the number and quality of your eggs is lower than what is expected of your age. This means that most (but not necessarily all)…
The Fertility Centers of New England and Signature Healthcare have a clinical affiliation agreement to deliver high-quality, personalized reproductive healthcare to patients in southeastern Massachusetts using the most advanced reproductive…
