The moment a couple decides to have a baby, tracking the ovulation schedule becomes crucial! This is because the chances of conception are present only when a woman is ovulating. Knowing the details about ovulation cycles and having a basic understanding of determining the fertility window via and ovulation tests can increase chance of conception. Before diving […]
PCOS, one of the most prevalent hormonal endocrine disorders among women, stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It affects one in ten women of childbearing age. The condition is difficult to diagnose with a single test, as its symptoms vary from woman to woman. Still, an early diagnosis is essential for the treatment of PCOS. An early diagnosis may […]
Laparoscopy refers to the technique or method by which surgical procedures access body cavities without making large cuts in the body. The method is a form of minimal access surgery which has increased in popularity in recent times for most thoracic and abdominal operations. This method is also being utilised in an increasing number of […]
Infertility is significantly affecting the current generation. Thankfully, modern science has given rise to techniques like IVF and ICSI to combat infertility, allowing couples to expect success in having a baby. However, to date, not everyone is aware of the efficacy of such techniques. Couples, therefore, may hesitate to opt for them while looking out […]
Fertility for males depends significantly on the quality of semen of the man. The male reproductive system includes the testes or testicles (which produce the sperms), penis, scrotum, prostate, epididymis, vans deferens and seminal ducts. The sperms mix with the fluids from the seminal ducts to form semen. This semen leaves through ejaculations via the […]
IUI is an artificial and non-invasive conception technique adopted by couples who face difficulties in having a baby. The pregnancy rate with IUI treatment ranges between 10% and 20% per cycle, according to a study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information. The main objective of IUI treatment is to maximize the number of […]
The Endometriosis Society of India estimates that around 25 million Indian women suffer from endometriosis and that this number is increasing over time, according to a report in India Today. According to 2018 statistics, one in ten women suffers from this condition during their reproductive stage. Endometriosis is chronic and has no permanent cure. Yet, […]
Ovulatory disorders affect about 15% of all infertile couples and 40% of all infertile women, says an article published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information. Many women might ovulate normally but might still be unable to conceive. This unexplained infertility only proves that there could be subtle issues with the ovulation process. In such […]
The emotional upheaval of childlessness can be difficult to deal with. In fact, infertility can affect couples to such an extent that they find themselves continuously under emotional stress, according to an article on Psychology Today. You might identify with this if you are from Punjab, where married couples are constantly asked about when they […]
Male infertility is known to affect 7% of all men, accounting for 40%-50% of all cases of infertility. The major causes of male infertility include difficulty in sperm delivery or sperm production. Lifestyle choices, recurring illnesses, and certain injuries can pose a threat to male fertility. Not being able to impregnate the female partner could […]
