How Many Follicles Do You Have with Twins?
How Many Follicles Do You Have with Twins? In the ovaries of the female reproductive system, an ovarian follicle is a fluid-filled sac that contains an immature egg, or oocyte. During ovulation, a mature egg is released from a follicle. While several follicles begin to develop each cycle, normally only one will ovulate an egg […]
How To Get Sperm for IUI?
How To Get Sperm for IUI? When a woman conceives naturally, sperm travel from the vagina through the cervix (narrow, lower part of the womb), into the uterus (womb), and up into one of the fallopian tubes. If sperm arrive in a tube soon after the release of the egg from the ovary (ovulation); the […]
Symptoms Of Muscle Separation or Diastasis Recti
Symptoms Of Muscle Separation or Diastasis Recti Muscle separation or “diastasis recti” is a very common condition that I see in women post-pregnancy, and often repair as part of an abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” procedure. But how can you tell if you have abdominal muscle separation, and what are the signs and symptoms? Read on […]
Does IVF Affect the Sex of the Baby?
Does IVF Affect the Sex of the Baby? Does IVF, ICSI, or similar treatments result in more boys or girls than expected? Since the beginning of time about 51% of children born are male and 49% are female. That is the “sex ratio” of naturally conceived children. IVF with or without ICSI is thought to […]
What are the chances of twins with IVF?
What are the chances of twins with IVF? No medical procedure is without risk. While IVF is certainly among the safest procedures, it is no exception to this rule. One of the most common risks associated with this approach has historically been multiple births. The number of embryos transferred during an IVF cycle directly influences […]
Temple lift
Temple lift The unique features of a person’s face are the first criteria that are considered to measure their beauty. Therefore, having smooth and wrinkle-free skin on the face is very important. Wrinkles around the eyes, forehead and eyebrows are factors that make a person look older. Forehead lift has become one of the most […]
Testicular Torsion
Testicular Torsion What is Testicular Torsion? Testicular torsion occurs when a testicle rotates, twisting the spermatic cord that brings blood to the scrotum. The reduced blood flow causes sudden and often severe pain and swelling. Testicular torsion is most common between ages 12 and 18, but it can occur at any age, even before birth. […]
Negative Pregnancy Test after IVF
Negative Pregnancy Test after IVF Does a negative pregnancy test mean you are definitely not pregnant after IVF? Here’s what a pregnancy test measures, and what happens next in your treatment journey if your result is negative. How do home pregnancy tests work after IVF? The pregnancy test you perform after IVF measures the amount […]
Who Is a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery?
Who Is a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery? Mitral valve repair is the gold standard procedure for patients who require surgery for mitral valve disease1. This is particularly important in the setting of degenerative disease where repair rates of close to 100% are achievable. Today, many patients are candidates for less invasive mitral […]
Heart Failure Symptoms
Heart Failure Symptoms Heart failure — sometimes known as congestive heart failure — occurs when the heart muscle doesn’t pump blood as well as it should. When this happens, blood often backs up and fluid can build up in the lungs, causing shortness of breath. Certain heart conditions, such as narrowed arteries in the heart […]
Coronary Artery Disease Symptoms
Coronary Artery Disease Symptoms Coronary artery disease develops when the major blood vessels that supply your heart become damaged or diseased. Cholesterol-containing deposits (plaques) in your coronary arteries and inflammation are usually to blame for coronary artery disease. The coronary arteries supply blood, oxygen and nutrients to your heart. A buildup of plaque can narrow […]
Coronary Artery Disease Prevention
Coronary Artery Disease Prevention What Is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)? Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a reduction in blood flow through the coronary arteries, which carry blood to the heart muscle. Also called coronary heart disease (CHD), CAD affects about 16.5 million Americans ages 20 and over. Having high cholesterol — especially high levels of […]
Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis
Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis Coronary artery disease is the buildup of plaque in the arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart. Plaque causes a narrowing or blockage that could result in a heart attack. Symptoms include chest pain or discomfort and shortness of breath. Treatments include lifestyle changes and medications that target your risk […]
Two week wait (2ww) in IVF
Two week wait (2ww) in IVF Will my symptoms during the 2ww tell me whether I am pregnant or not? During the 2ww (2 weeks wait, from embryo transfer to the pregnancy test) it is very natural to wonder about the fate of the embryos which are transferred to the uterus. Every woman who has […]
krokodil
krokodil What Is Krokodil (Desomorphine)? Desomorphine, known by the street name krokodil, is an opioid derivative of codeine. Like heroin and other opioids, it has a sedative and analgesic effect and is highly addictive. Those who inject these caustic agents into their veins can develop extreme skin ulcerations, infections, and gangrene — a discolored (green, […]
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial Vaginosis What Is Bacterial Vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection of the vagina. It results from a change in the normal balance of vaginal bacteria. BV usually doesn’t cause any other health problems. But it can lead to issues, especially when you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Bacterial Vaginosis Symptoms About half […]
Mouth Larva or Myiasis
Mouth Larva or Myiasis What Is Myiasis? Myiasis is infection with a fly larva, usually occurring in tropical and subtropical areas. There are several ways for flies to transmit their larvae to people. . Some flies deposit their eggs on or near a wound or sore, the larvae that hatch burrow into the skin. Certain […]
Eyelash Lice
Eyelash Lice Did you know that your eyelashes are vulnerable to lice infestation? Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp but occasionally are found living on the eyebrows and eyelashes. Because head lice spread easily from person to person, cases are seen often in schools, affecting all socioeconomic groups. Do you know […]
When to Take a Pregnancy Test
When to Take a Pregnancy Test For many people, the decision of when to take a pregnancy test can be a major source of anxiety. Sometimes the stress is because they want to be pregnant. Sometimes it’s because they don’t want to be. Either way, it’s important to take the test at the right time […]
Coronary Artery
Coronary Artery Anatomy and Function of the Coronary Arteries Coronary arteries supply blood to the heart muscle. Like all other tissues in the body, the heart muscle needs oxygen-rich blood to function. Also, oxygen-depleted blood must be carried away. The coronary arteries wrap around the outside of the heart. Small branches dive into the heart […]
STD Diseases
STD Diseases Everything You Need to Know About Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) The term sexually transmitted disease (STD) is used to refer to a condition passed from one person to another through sexual contact. A person can contract an STD by having unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the STD. An […]
Trypophobia
Trypophobia Trypophobia is an aversion or fear of clusters of small holes, bumps, or patterns. When people see this type of cluster, they experience symptoms of disgust or fear. Examples of objects that might trigger a fear response include seed pods or a close-up image of someone’s pores. There is some debate among researchers as […]
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Recovery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Recovery Recovery You will have a drip pad under your nose to collect mucus and blood. Change it only when it bleeds through. You may have to do this every hour for 24 hours after surgery. You may have some swelling of your nose, upper lip, or cheeks, or around your eyes. […]
Needle Biopsy
Needle Biopsy What is Needle Biopsy? A needle biopsy is a procedure to obtain a sample of cells from your body for laboratory testing. Common needle biopsy procedures include fine-needle aspiration and core needle biopsy. Needle biopsy may be used to take tissue or fluid samples from muscles, bones, and other organs, such as the […]
Myomectomy Recovery
Myomectomy Recovery Recovery A myomectomy is surgery to take out fibroids from the uterus. Your doctor made a cut (incision) in your lower belly to remove the fibroids. You can expect to feel better and stronger each day. But you may tire quickly and need pain medicine for a week or two. You may need […]
Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) Syndrome
Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) Syndrome What is Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) Syndrome? In Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome, an extra electrical pathway between your heart’s upper and lower chambers causes a rapid heartbeat. The condition, which is present at birth, is fairly rare. The episodes of fast heartbeats usually aren’t life-threatening, but serious heart problems can occur. Treatment can stop or […]
Tricuspid Atresia
Tricuspid Atresia What is Tricuspid Atresia? Tricuspid atresia is a heart defect present at birth (congenital) in which a valve (tricuspid valve) between two of the heart’s chambers isn’t formed. Instead, there’s solid tissue between the chambers, which restricts blood flow and causes the right lower heart chamber (ventricle) to be underdeveloped. A baby, child […]
Nasolabial Folds Treatment
Nasolabial Folds Treatment What are Nasolabial Folds? The nasolabial folds are lines located on either side of the mouth. They are more noticeable when a person smiles. Except for newborns and people whose faces are paralyzed due to a medical condition, almost everyone has nasolabial folds. The folds, which are made of dense bundles of […]
G-spot Amplification
G-spot Amplification G-Spot amplification is a modern surgical procedure that aims to improve the woman’s self-esteem, sensation, and libido. This method is based on magnifying the G-Spot up to four times. The G-Spot amplification is also known as G-Shot or G-Spot augmentation. G-Spot amplification was first invented by a world known obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. […]
Pulmonary Atresia
Pulmonary Atresia What is Pulmonary Atresia? Pulmonary atresia (uh-TREE-zhuh) is a heart defect present at birth (congenital) that’s normally diagnosed soon after birth. In pulmonary atresia, the valve that lets blood out of the heart to go to your or your baby’s lungs (pulmonary valve) doesn’t form correctly. Without a connection from the pumping chamber […]