POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects people with ovaries, typically during their reproductive years. PCOS is characterized by a combination of symptoms, and it can have various implications for a person’s health. It’s important to note that PCOS itself is not a “disease” but rather a syndrome—a …
INFERTILITY Infertility is a medical condition characterized by the inability to conceive after a year of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. It can affect both men and women and may result from various factors. It is more essential for individuals or couples facing infertility concerns to consult with a healthcare professionals in Lakshmi Fertility Centre or …
FERTILITY Fertility refers to the natural capability of an organism or a population to produce offspring. In the context of humans, fertility specifically refers to the ability of individuals or couples to conceive and have children. This involves the successful union of male and female reproductive cells (sperm and egg, respectively) through sexual intercourse, leading …
HEALTHY PREGNANCY If a woman is planning for pregnancy, it’s crucial for her to discuss her plans with a healthcare provider. The healthcare provider can provide personalized advice based on her health history and specific needs. Some general considerations for women planning pregnancy include: Folic Acid: Folic acid is essential for the development of the …
MISCARRAGE 50% of all miscarriages occurs due to Chromosomal abnormalities during the first trimester (up to 13 weeks) of pregnancy. Chromosomes are tiny structures inside the cells in the body that carry genes. Genes determine all of a person’s physical attributes, such as assigned sex, hair and eye color and blood type. During fertilization, when …
ECTOPIC TUBAL PREGNANCY An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg gets implanted outside the uterus. The egg is meant to travel down the fallopian tubes and embed itself into the wall of the uterus, for its development. In an ectopic pregnancy, the egg implants in one of the structures along the way. The most …
ABNORMAL SPERM MORPHOLOGY: Normal sperm has an oval head and a long tail. Abnormal sperm has head or tail defects such as a large or misshapen head or a crooked or double tail. These defects might affect the ability of the sperm to reach and penetrate an egg. This kind of infertility is also known …
UTERINE FIBROIDS: Uterine fibroids are growths in the uterus. They often appear during the years usually able to get pregnant and give birth. Uterine fibroids are not cancer, and almost never turn into cancer. They are not linked with higher risk of other types of cancer in the uterus either. They are also called leiomyomas …
HYPOPITUITARISM The pituitary gland sits just below your hypothalamus. It consists of two lobes, called the anterior pituitary and posterior pituitary. The hypothalamus is connected to and communicates with the anterior lobe through a network of blood vessels. It communicates with the posterior lobe by tissue called the pituitary stalk. The hypothalamus sends signals in …
DAMAGED FALLOPIAN TUBES: If an egg is fertilized by sperm, it moves through the tube to the uterus for implantation. If a fallopian tube is blocked or damaged, women may have fertility problems. A blocked or damaged fallopian tube can prevent the sperm from reaching the egg or prevent the egg or fertilized egg (zygote) …
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