Semen Analysis: What to Expect and How It Helps in Fertility Evaluation
Understanding Semen Analysis When couples face difficulties conceiving, a semen analysis is often one of the initial steps in the fertility evaluation process. This diagnostic test provides valuable insight into male fertility potential and can help guide treatment decisions. We at Fertility Associates of Memphis have taken steps to ensure our on-site lab, Memphis Fertility Laboratory, is one of the leading labs in the entire…
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PCOS: Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges September is PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Awareness Month, a time when we raise awareness and highlight this common hormonal disorder. In fact, it’s estimated that PCOS affects around 5-10% of reproductive-aged women worldwide. At Fertility Associates of Memphis, we stand alongside those diagnosed with PCOS. In this blog post, we will delve into the basics of PCOS, its impact…
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Fibroid Awareness Month Shedding Light on a Common Women’s Health Issue July marks Fibroid Awareness Month, providing us with the perfect opportunity to shine a spotlight on uterine fibroids. These noncancerous growths of the uterus impact an estimated 26 million women nationwide, making it crucial to raise awareness and promote understanding of this prevalent women’s health issue. In this blog post, we will delve into…
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Secondary infertility hurts, even when you already have children For many one-time parents, the dream of expanding their family is thwarted by their inability to get pregnant again. Infertility isn’t a problem couples only face the first time they try to conceive. It can affect couples even after they’ve given birth to one or more children. Known as secondary infertility, many couples are baffled, frustrated…
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Brazil has dealt with a Zika virus outbreak since May 2015 The number of babies born with microcephaly has increased since the outbreak, and scientists are working to uncover the link between Zika and microcephaly, if one exists. The Zika virus is spread by the Aedes mosquito found in tropical regions, the same mosquito that transmits the chikungunya virus and dengue and yellow fevers. The Zika…
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