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Do pelvic floor dysfunctions affect fertility?

Did you know that it is estimated that approximately 60% of women will suffer from some type of pelvic floor disorder during their lifetime?

What is an endometrial biopsy for?

In female reproduction, the term endometrium is commonly used, but what is it? How does it vary during the menstrual cycle? What is an endometrial biopsy for? We will answer all these questions below.

Does egg donation affect fertility?

Gamete donation in assisted reproduction is a subject that generates a lot of curiosity. For this reason, in this publication, we will answer the most frequently asked questions concerning egg donation.

How does implantation take place?

Many successful stages are required to achieve pregnancy: ovulation, fertilisation, etc.

Endocrine disruptors: Which toxic chemicals affect fertility?

There are many causes of infertility, but could endocrine disruptors be one of them? Do they affect reproduction and pregnancy? We will answer all these questions below.

I want to become a mother and I have endometriosis, what can I do?

Did you know that an estimated 10% of women in childbearing age in Spain suffer from endometriosis?

Do ovarian cysts affect fertility?

What are ovarian cysts? Are they common, and do they prevent pregnancy? These are some of the most frequently asked questions about ovarian cysts. For this reason, here is everything you should know about ovarian cysts.

The Omega-3 acid and its effect on male and female fertility

When we talk about nutrients, we usually think of vitamins and minerals such as zinc, calcium or folic acid.

What is a bicornuate uterus?

Uterine anomalies are congenital malformations of the female reproductive system caused by an alteration in the development of the Müllerian ducts.

How do I know if my eggs have a good quality?

Eggs are key to conception, so low egg quality and/or low ovarian reserve are common causes of female infertility. But what do we mean by "quality" and how is oocyte quality assessed?

Signs of a fertile cycle

Regular menstrual cycles are key to fertility. For this reason, in this publication we explain what cycles are like and how you can recognise the fertile days, those when a woman is most likely to get pregnant.

Does hypothyroidism affect fertility?

The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland located in the neck, which is involved in the production of thyroid hormones known as triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).

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