What tests are used to determine what issues are impacting a man’s fertility?
☑️ Testicular biopsy to identify abnormalities and to retrieve sperm to use with assisted reproductive techniques.
☑️ Genetic testing to determine if there is a genetic defect causing infertility.
☑️ Semen analysis is executed in the lab.
☑️ Hormone testing via a blood test to look at testosterone and other male hormones.
☑️ Imaging studies like a scrotal ultrasound or test of the vas deferens may be performed.
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One of the causes of female infertility is primary ovarian insufficiency.
Doesn’t sound familiar? It’s the technical terminology for early menopause when ovaries stop working and menstruation ends prior to age 40. The cause is often unknown, there are factors that are associated with early menopause including specific genetic conditions like Turner syndrome or carriers of Fragile X syndrome, immune system diseases, smoking and chemotherapy or radiation.
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Can chlamydia impact fertility?
It can. As one of the most common STIs in women under 25, it is known as the silent infection as most people don’t have symptoms. You may have burning during urination or abnormal vaginal discharge but many times, there are no symptoms.
If left untreated, chlamydia can spread to the uterus and fallopian tubes, resulting in pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can result in scarring in the fallopian tubes which leads to blockage and damage that causes infertility. Almost 24,000 women deal with infertility each year due to an undiagnosed STI, according to the CDC.
Have an annual chlamydia screening if you’re under 25, a pregnant women or anyone at risk for the STI. It is easy to treat with antibiotics, so catching it early is beneficial.
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Male infertility can be caused due to low sperm production, abnormal sperm function, or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm. Illnesses, injuries, chronic health problems, lifestyle choices, and other factors can play a role in causing male infertility.
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🍽️ Eating for optimal fertility is easy if you know what to nosh on…and what to avoid.
Trans fats can raise your LDL cholesterol and lower your HDL cholesterol, which can affect ovulation. Foods high in trans fats include:
*Shortening
*Fried foods like doughnuts, French fries and fried chicken
*Refrigerated dough, like rolls and biscuits
*Baked goods like pies, cookies and cakes
*Margarine
You are what you eat so make wise choices and see the difference it makes!
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An estimated 15% of couples will have trouble conceiving. Globally, 48.5 million couples experience infertility. If you’re having a challenging time getting pregnant, you’re not alone.
Some of the most common causes for infertility or reduced fertility include:
☑️ Endometriosis
☑️ Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
☑️ Ovulation problems
☑️ Poor egg quality
☑️ Fallopian tube issues
☑️ Poor sperm quality
☑️ Age
☑️ Premature ovarian insufficiency
If you’re working through fertility challenges, let’s explore your options. Call (631) 638-4600 today to schedule an appointment.
🤔 Myth or reality: After an egg is released, it can be fertilized for up to two days.
This is a myth. Although sperm can wait for three days or more to fertilize an egg, the egg has a shelf life of 12 to 24 hours. Timing is everything, especially when it comes to fertility. Understanding ovulation and knowing when you are ovulating is essential.
If you have questions about ovulation or any fertility concerns, call (631) 638-4600 today to schedule an appointment.
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Do you know the facts about diminished ovarian reserve? Or how to recognize it?
It refers to the reproductive potential left within a woman’s two ovaries, including the number and quality of eggs. It usually occurs around menopause, but the rate of decrease in ovarian reserve varies from woman to woman. Some reasons for DOR include:
✅ Aggressive medical treatments, such as radiation for cancer treatment
✅ Cigarette smoking
✅ Genetic abnormalities like Fragile X Syndrome and other X chromosome abnormalities
✅ Ovarian surgery, including endometriosis treatment
✅ Pelvic infection
✅ Autoimmune diseases
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If you have questions about diminished ovarian reserve or any fertility concerns, call (631) 638-4600 today to schedule an appointment.
🎯 Have you been diagnosed as a “poor responder?”
The term “poor responder” refers to someone whose ovaries and body do not respond to fertility medications. They may require much higher doses of stimulation medications to produce four or less than the optimal number of eggs needed to proceed in an IVF treatment. Poor responders are normally diagnosed after going through an IVF cycle resulting in a poor stimulation outcome. It can also be diagnosed through ovarian reserve testing.
There are a few treatments for a poor response to ovarian stimulation that are recommended, including:
☑️ Modifying stimulation cycle medications
☑️ Altering the pituitary down-regulation protocols
☑️ Using adjuvant therapy like growth hormone
☑️ Advanced lab techniques like assisted hatching or day two transfers
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