In a nutshell This study compared two methods of preparing for frozen embryo transfer (FET) for women who do not ovulate regularly. It found that letrozole (Femara) led to fewer miscarriages and higher birth rates than hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Some background FET is an increasingly common infertility treatment. FET uses additional embryos...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether amlodipine (Norvasc) can improve blood flow to the ovaries in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). This study found that patients given amlodipine had improved blood flow and higher rates of pregnancy during treatment with clomiphene citrate (Clomid). Some background PCOS is a female metabolic...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed the effects of exercise on infertility symptoms in women. Some background Infertility is a problem for many couples. There are many causes of infertility for both men and women. One of these causes is being overweight or obese (having a body mass index between 25 and 40). Another factor is...
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In a nutshell This review examined how six commonly used industrial chemicals interfere with fertility in women. Some background Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that can contribute to infertility by interfering with normal hormone functions. They are used in the manufacturing of many everyday products, such as food,...
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In a nutshell This study examined if a micronutrient supplement could improve hormone imbalances in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). The authors concluded that the supplement improved some hormone levels in patients after 3 months. Some background PCOS is a disorder experienced by women involving irregular menstrual periods and...
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