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Cystic Fibrosis and IVF: A Journey Towards Parenthood
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that affects both males and females, often impacting their fertility. While some individuals with CF are able to conceive naturally, others may require assisted reproductive technologies (ART), such as in vitro fertilization...
Signs of Infertility in Men
Infertility is a challenging and common issue that affects both men and women. One out of every eight couples struggle with infertility. If a couple has been trying to conceive without success for one year (six months if both are over age 35), both individuals should...
Keys to a Successful IUI: Tips to Increase Your Chances of Pregnancy
Intrauterine insemination (IUI), also known as artificial insemination, is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm directly into the uterus by use of a catheter to increase the chances of fertilization and pregnancy. IUI is a relatively simple procedure that...
Why the No-Needle, No-Scalpel Method Is the Best Type of Vasectomy
A vasectomy is a minor outpatient surgical procedure for male sterilization as a permanent method of birth control. It is the most commonly performed urologic procedure in the United States, with an estimated 500,000 or more procedures performed annually. Vasectomy is...
Things to Know About IVF Cycles
This blog covers the following questions and topics: What is an IVF Cycle? How Long is an IVF Cycle? How Much Does an IVF Cycle Cost? How Many Cycles of IVF are Needed to Get Pregnant? Is it Better to Take a Break between IVF Cycles? What is an IVF Cycle? In vitro...
Things to Know About Vasectomy Reversal
About 15% of men who undergo vasectomy regret it, and 5% will desire reversal to restore their fertility. Reversal success rates are high when the surgery is done by a fellowship trained surgeon.This blog covers the following questions and topics: What is a vasectomy...
Are Vasectomies Reversible?
A vasectomy is an effective form of birth control that surgically blocks sperm from traveling up the vas deferens, tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra. This surgical procedure prevents sperm from mixing with the semen that is ejaculated into a...
IUI vs IVF
Key Points: IUI (Intrauterine insemination) is a fertility treatment in which fertilization of the egg takes place inside the fallopian tube within the body IVF (In vitro fertilization) is a treatment in which the sperm and egg are combined for fertilization in a lab....
Things to Know About Egg Donation
The egg donation process understandably raises plenty of questions for potential donors: Will donating my eggs affect my ability to build my own family in the future? Does egg donation lead to ovarian cysts or cervical cancer? As an egg donor, do I have to remain...