Top Foods to Include in Your Diet for PCOD Management
Struggling with PCOD? You are not alone. As per a UNICEF article in 2022, around one-third of menstruating women across the globe suffer from PCOD. PCOD not just has an impact on fertility, but it can also affect your day-to-day life. But there is a way to manage the symptoms of PCOD. How, you might ask. It is through your diet. By eating the right foods, you can better control your health and thus improve the quality of your life. What is PCOD? Polycystic Ovarian Disease is a hormonal disorder which occurs in women of reproductive age. It is identified …
A Guide to Understanding Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Having erection difficulty is common and happens from time to time in people. If it becomes an ongoing issue, seek medical help. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often a result of underlying health conditions. Treating them can help reverse the problem. In other cases, erectile dysfunction treatments in the form of medication, lifestyle changes and direct therapy are available. What is Erectile Dysfunction? Let’s learn what erectile dysfunction is. It refers to the inability to have and sustain an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. Types of erectile dysfunction: Primary Erectile Dysfunction: This is a rare condition in which a man …
How Long Does Sperm Live in a Woman’s Body After Intercourse?
A sperm’s life span post-ejaculation depends on various factors and conditions. Good-quality sperm can survive for a number of days in a woman’s reproductive tract. As long as the sperm stays alive, there is a hope for fertilisation. To opt for fertilisation later, semen can be frozen to preserve sperm for several years. Read on to know how many days a sperm lives in a female body and how to plan for conception. Lifespan of Sperm Average Lifespan Here, a sperm’s average life span, i.e., how long a sperm lives refers to how long a sperm stays inside a woman. …
Common Symptoms After Embryo Transfer: What’s Normal?
Looking to fulfill your dream of parenthood through an IVF procedure? You might be wondering about the IVF success rate apart from what to do post embryo transfer. Studies show that the success rate, as measured by live births, stands at about 60%-65% for genetically healthy embryos. The age of the mother and the egg plays a crucial role in maximizing chances of success. After the embryo transfer, monitor the positive signs of success. Here’s what you need to know. Normal Symptoms After Embryo Transfer After embryo transfer, day by day you will see some symptoms that indicate things are …
A Guide to Read and Understand Your Sperm Analysis Report
A semen analysis assesses the quality and volume of sperm. It is among the primary steps to identify fertility problems. The test involves evaluating a semen sample in a laboratory. Based on the results, further tests and treatment options are recommended to help with successful conception. What is Sperm Analysis? A sperm analysis involves a laboratory test to assess a semen sample using a microscope. Why is Sperm Analysis Done? Fertility Assessment A semen analysis can help determine if a male partner is infertile and analyse the reason behind it (sperm dysfunction or low sperm count). Post-Vasectomy After vasectomy, men …
Importance of Transvaginal Sonography in Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment
Transvaginal sonography is a fast and painless imaging technique to capture the view of a patient’s pelvic structures in greater detail than a conventional abdominal ultrasound. A fertility expert may recommend this scan to determine the cause of signs of infertility, diagnose it, plan for suitable treatment approaches and track your pregnancy. What is Transvaginal Sonography? Let’s learn what TVS ultrasound is. Transvaginal sonography or TVS ultrasound is used to examine the uterus, bladder, vagina, ovaries and fallopian tubes. How TVS differs from abdominal ultrasound? In TVS ultrasound, the transducer (the device to capture images of the pelvic cavity) is …
How to Use an Ovulation Calculator When You Have Irregular Periods
Fulfilling your dream of becoming a mother can be difficult with menstrual irregularities. A woman has the highest chances of conceiving 2 days before and after ovulation. The ovulation date defines your fertility window. However, identifying the ovulation day (middle of the cycle) and planning for conception is difficult with irregular periods. Understanding Irregular Periods A normal cycle (number of days between two consecutive periods) may be 21 to 35 days. Consider your periods irregular if your cycle length is not fixed, below 20 days (polymenorrhea), or over 35 days (oligomenorrhea). Consulting a professional can help you understand your body. …
How to Effectively Use an Ovulation Calculator to Plan Pregnancy
Did you know that tracking your menstrual cycle is an effective way to plan a pregnancy? But you don’t need to do all the hard work of keeping track of dates yourself. An ovulation calculator can be of great help in identifying the best days of your cycle to have intercourse to get pregnant. Here’s what you need to know to use one effectively. Get to Know Your Menstrual Cycle The menstrual phase is when blood from the uterus starts to flow out through the vagina. It may last between 3 to 7 days. Next is the follicular phase, which …
Implantation Bleeding vs. Menstrual Cycle: When to Test
Have you ever found yourself in that confusing moment where you are not sure if what you are seeing is the beginning of your period or even more special? For women who are trying to have babies, being able to tell the similarity between implantation bleeding and menstrual bleeding can be very important. The two have very subtle differences that can offer very important information about your reproductive health as well as a likely pregnancy. You can avoid the emotional roller coaster of uncertainty by understanding these signs and knowing when to take a pregnancy test. Read through this detailed …
Relationship Between High AMH Levels and PCOS
You and your partner may be emotionally ready to start a family. In such a scenario, difficulty in conceiving can be extremely overwhelming, especially if you’ve been trying for a long time. Fortunately, there are assisted reproductive technologies (ART), of which the most effective is IVF. If you’ve been dreaming about holding your baby in your arms, it’s important to know about fertility assessments like checking AMH levels as well as the relationship between high AMH levels and PCOS. What is AMH? AMH, or Anti-Müllerian Hormone, is a glycoprotein (carbohydrate + protein) hormone that is produced by the cells surrounding …
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