Let’s be thankful for these fertility advances When you’re struggling to conceive, the holidays can be an emotional roller coaster as you try to find joy in a season that is heavily focused on children. For many would-be parents, this time of year can symbolize all they don’t have. But let’s remember that Thanksgiving...
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Embryo Definitions
What are the differences between euploid, aneuploid and mosaic embryos? Infertility patients and their doctors are always looking for ways to achieve successful in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles. Many physicians recommend preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) to test a patient’s embryos, especially if the embryology laboratory has created multiple ones. PGS is one of the most...
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Dr. Michael Feinman Discusses Common Infertility Issues
Fertility Authority recently interviewed Dr. Michael Feinman about two important topics of interest for women facing infertility: implantation failure and advanced family planning. Dr. Feinman says that implantation failure is no longer a mysterious “black box,” and that, in fact, there has been enough progress to justify some testing in women who have repeated IVF...
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Commonly Asked Questions about IVF
When should a person consider an IVF cycle versus other forms of treatment? Your doctor will discuss with you your best treatment options based upon your age and medical history. An IVF cycle may be suggested if other options such as interuterine insemination (IUI) have not worked or if you have blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, unexplained infertility, or...