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Primary And Secondary Infertility: What Can Affect Fertility And When To Seek Medical Help Primary And Secondary Infertility: What Can Affect Fertility And When To Seek Medical Help
Primary And Secondary Infertility: What Can Affect Fertility And When To Seek Medical Help Infertility affects as many as 1 in 8 couples trying to conceive, according to a study from the World Health Organization (WHO). However, it’s important to remember that if you and your partner are experiencing challenges with conception, you do have options. While most medical conditions affect a single individual, infertility is unique as it involves a pair. Medically, infertility is defined by the inability to conceive following 12 months of regular intercourse without conception, or after 6 months in women 35 years and older. What may not be common knowledge is the presence of two dist…

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According To Phelps, Thyroid Disease Is Common, Especially In Women According To Phelps, Thyroid Disease Is Common, Especially In Women
According To Phelps, Thyroid Disease Is Common, Especially In Women The thyroid: your body’s regulator At the front of your neck, under your voice box, there is a butterfly-shaped organ whose release of hormones affects every part of your body, regulating functions such as your temperature, metabolism, and heartbeat. It is your thyroid gland. Thyroid glands commonly malfunction, typically by over- or under-producing hormones. More than 12% of the U.S. population—including one in eight women—will experience a thyroid disorder at some point in their lives, according to the American Thyroid Association (ATA). Yet, thyroid disease often goes undetected. The …

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What Is Endometriosis? A CareMount Expert Explains What Is Endometriosis? A CareMount Expert Explains
What Is Endometriosis? A CareMount Expert Explains According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health, endometriosis affects at least 11 percent of American women between the ages of 15 and 44. It is especially common among women in their 30s and 40s. Endometriosis is an often painful disorder which occurs when the tissue lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It is typically found on the ovaries, Fallopian tubes, tissues that hold the uterus in place and the outer surface of the uterus. Symptoms • Bleeding or spotting between periods • Painful periods • Infertility • Pain during int…

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One More Round: How To Avoid Overdrinking One More Round: How To Avoid Overdrinking
One More Round: How To Avoid Overdrinking Enjoying a beer, glass of wine or well-mixed cocktail, either with a meal or by itself, is one of life's great treats and can have numerous positive benefits. In fact, studies have shown that drinking beverages like wine can actually boost overall health. However, knowing when to stop and what constitutes overdrinking is important to both physical and emotional well-being. “Binge drinking is defined as five drinks for men and four drinks for women in a period of one or two hours. It is also thought to be heavy episodic drinking, with the intent of becoming intoxicated," said Allen Nace,…

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