FSH, or Follicle-Stimulating Hormone, is a hormone produced by the brain’s pituitary gland in both men and women. It plays quite a crucial role in the reproductive system. Typically, FSH levels are commonly tested on day 3 of a woman’s menstrual cycle to assess ovarian function, determine ovarian reserve, and evaluate fertility by monitoring the hormone’s role in stimulating egg…

ICSI or Intracytoplasmic sperm injection, is the most common and leading treatment for male fertility issues. This technique is chosen by couples who have faced an unsuccessful fertilization even after IVF treatment. Here a single live sperm is injected directly into the female egg with the help of a glass needle. During ICSI, the female partner undergoes Ovarian Stimulation through…

When it comes to in vitro fertilization (IVF), there are often a series of decisions and considerations that need to be made. One such decision has to do with an injection of progesterone, which is prescribed as part of the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF) to increase the odds of becoming pregnant. This blog discusses whether progesterone injections can…

It has been estimated that over 200 million women worldwide are affected by endometriosis. It is a condition wherein the tissue (endometrium) that is supposed to line the uterus grows outside of her uterus. While science and medicines have helped in providing relief for some patients, a common concern is whether it can come back after surgery.  This blog aims…

From prioritizing career goals to waiting for the right life partner, women worldwide choose to freeze their eggs for various reasons. According to a survey conducted by NYU (New York University), where experts aimed to understand the motivations behind egg freezing, 80% of respondents cited the lack of a partner as their primary reason for not starting a family yet.…

AMH testing is essential to understand the ovarian reserve of a woman. A low AMH means that there are fewer eggs available in the ovaries, which may imply that getting pregnant maybe an issue.  At birth the ovary contains about 1/2 million/oocytes (eggs). And as we age, this number becomes smaller and smaller. And by the time we hit puberty,…

As a woman ages, the egg quality deteriorates., The odds of achieving pregnancy become in the 40s as compared to the 20s or 30s. Egg quality is one of the main contributing factors to pregnancy. According to a study, women who are 40 years of age or above have a higher risk of pregnancy complications, such as high blood pressure,…

Among the most pressing concerns that affect infertility has to do with the male sperm, such as unhealthy sperm or low sperm count. From hormonal issues and blockage in vas deferens to inflammation of seminal vesicles and chromosomal abnormality, there are quite a number of reasons that can be attributed to unhealthy or low sperm count. Moreover, lifestyle choices from…

Platelet-Rich Plasma (or PRP for short) is a modern and quite promising approach in the field of fertility treatments. This cutting-edge technique involves using patient’s own platelets to improve reproductive outcomes. In this post, we detail for you everything you need to know about this innovative PRP and walk through the potential benefits for those who may be facing reproductive…