http://medtype1.today.com In Vitro Fertilization Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:28:35 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en To make a diagnosis of a chemical pregnancy, blood work is done to assess levels of hCG. A sudden decrease in hCG levels, can indicate a miscarriage. After undergoing several hCG tests, often an ultrasound is done to find any signs of life in the uterus. With a ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/24/chemical-pregnancy-not-indicative-of-infertility/ Chemical pregnancies are usually caused by chromosomal problems which prevent the fetus from developing properly. Other causes can be from not enough uterine lining, uterine abnormalities such as fibroids, low hormone levels, luteal phase defect, or some infections. A vast number of chemical pregnancies are unable to be prevented. ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/22/causes-of-chemical-pregnancy/ Today's home pregnancy tests are formulated to verify pregnancy through the detection of the hormone hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in a sample of urine. When an egg is fertilized and implants to the uterine wall, the body will begin to produce this hormone. If the embryo is shed it’s ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/21/home-pregnancy-test-dont-use-one-too-early/ The clinical term chemical pregnancy is used in describing a very early miscarriage. With improvement in home pregnancy tests on the market today it is easier to receive a positive result, even four days before a menstrual cycle is due. These early pregnant tests will show a chemical ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/19/what-is-a-chemical-pregnancy/ Women with endometriosis often feel alone in their suffering as it is frustrating to have a disease that few people are aware of, or want to discuss. Women with endometriosis are further hindered because the disease is not recognized in the media. Endometriosis can cause trouble with every aspect ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/15/endometriosis-dont-suffer-alone/ Studies indicate that first-degree relatives of women with endometriosis will more likely acquire this disease. When there is a genetic link, the disease is more often than not, worse in the subsequent generation. When endometriosis affects the reproductive organs, then fertility is compromised. 30 – 40% of women with endometriosis ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/14/genetic-link-of-endometriosis/ The pain of endometriosis can be very debilitating, impacting lifestyles drastically. In advanced stages of endometriosis, scar tissue and adhesions may develop, distorting internal anatomy, making organs mingle together causing a condition referred to as frozen pelvis. Pain from endometriosis occurs before, during or after menstruation. This pain ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/11/the-pain-of-endometriosis/ Endometriosis is a condition where tissue/lesions, which are comparable to those of the lining of the uterus are located in other parts of the body. These lesions are found in the pelvic cavity, fallopian tubes, on the ovaries, uterine ligaments, rectal-vaginal septum, as well as found on scars from ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/10/what-is-endometriosis/ A woman can develop antibodies to her mate’s sperm. To combat this, stop releasing sperm for a month, via a condom, etc. This may cause her sperm antibodies to decrease. Do not use anabolic steroids as they can shut down the pituitary gland, which will put the hormonal system out ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/09/fertility-tips-keep-the-testes-cool/ Herbs which are helpful to encourage fertility include black cohosh wild yam, chamomile, skullcap, dong quai. These balance hormones and increase fertility. The use of natural progesterone cream has helped many women become pregnant. An excellent alternative is wild yam, which contains progesterone. Rub it on the abdomen. Use ... http://medtype1.today.com/2008/08/07/the-natural-path-to-fertility/