What is Unicornuate Uterus?
A unicornuate uterus is a congenital anomaly in which a person has only one fallopian tube and an abnormal uterine cavity. It is a rare disease that causes pregnancy complications. Certain changes cause hip pain. What is a unicornuate uterus? A unicornuate uterus is a rare uterine anomaly in which a woman’s uterus is smaller […]
What Is The Main Cause Of Bartholin’s Cyst?
A Bartholin’s cyst occurs when the Bartholin’s gland is blocked in the vagina. This blockage creates a lump that can cause irritation and pain when walking, sitting, or having sex. Bartholin’s cyst resolves on its own over time. If it becomes infected, it may need to be treated by a healthcare provider. What is a […]
Luteinizing Hormone: Levels, Function & Testing
Luteinizing hormone (LH) is a chemical in the body that initiates important processes in the reproductive system. LH stimulates ovulation and helps produce the hormone needed to support pregnancy. It is an important hormone that is produced in both men and women. This hormone, known as gonadotropin, affects the sex organs in both men and […]
How Does Smoking Affect Fertility?
Smoking has negative effects on male and female fertility. It is not only harmful to the general health of humans, but it can also disrupt the fertility of women and men. Smoking increases the risk of cancer, heart disease, emphysema (loss of lung tissue), and other health problems. In addition to the lungs, the toxic […]
What Does The Placenta Do?
The placenta (umbilical cord) is a temporary uterine organ during pregnancy. It connects to the uterus wall and delivers nutrients and oxygen to the baby through the umbilical cord. Some placental conditions can cause pregnancy complications. What is the placenta? The umbilical cord is a temporary organ that connects the baby to the uterus during […]
Telemedicine: What To Know
Telemedicine is exchanging medical information from one place to another using electronic communication that improves the patient’s health status. Telemedicine has many uses and can be used for various services, including wireless devices, email, two-way video, smartphones, and other methods of telecommunication technology. Beginning more than 40 years ago with the expansion of hospital services […]
Prolactin: What It Is, Function & Symptoms
Prolactin (PRL) is a hormone responsible for lactation, breast tissue growth, and milk production. Higher than normal levels in the blood can cause certain symptoms such as irregular periods, infertility, and erectile dysfunction. What is prolactin? It is the hormone responsible for lactation and breast tissue growth and helps with hundreds of other processes in […]
Infertility And In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
In vitro fertilization is a fertility treatment in which eggs are combined with sperm outside the body in a laboratory. This is a method used by people who need help getting pregnant. IVF involves many complex steps and is an effective form of assisted reproductive technology (ART). What is IVF? In vitro fertilization is assisted […]
