Semen Analysis
What is Semen? This substance is released from a man’s penis when he has an orgasm (ejaculates). It contains: Sperm, male reproductive cells. The cells have a unique shape that contain: . Head, which includes genetic material (DNA) to fertilize a woman’s egg. . Tail that helps it travel (“swim”) through a woman’s reproductive […]
What is the Best Age for Getting a Hair Transplant?
Nearly everyone experiences some hair loss at some point. Research shows 60% of men and 50%of women worldwide experience hair loss. Although hair loss can affect individuals of all ages, people falling within certain age groups are more susceptible to it. As per the American Hair Loss Association, two-thirds of men suffer from hair loss […]
Prenatal ultrasound ultrasonography
What is Prenatal Ultrasound (Ultrasonography)? In ultrasonography, or ultrasound, high-frequency sound waves are sent through your abdomen by a device called a transducer. The sound waves are recorded and changed into video or photographic images of your baby. The ultrasound can be used during pregnancy to show images of the amniotic sac, placenta, and […]
How Soon After a Tooth Extraction Can I Get a Dental Implant
Whether due to dental decay or tooth damage, your dentist removed a tooth. While the newly open space in your smile may seem unimportant, your chewing strength and even bone health can become compromised. While other options, such as bridges and partial dentures can help to fill that space, implants are becoming the top […]
How Weight Gain Affects Tummy Tuck Results
A tummy tuck can be a transformative procedure, but excessive weight gain can minimize the longevity of your results. Many men and women worry that major lifestyle changes could impact their plastic surgery investment. All humans have natural weight fluctuations, but it’s important to know the connection between tummy tucks and weight gain. In this […]
Diagnostic Testing for Female Infertility
Fertility Testing & Diagnosis for Women An evaluation of a woman for infertility is appropriate for women who have not become pregnant after having 12 months of regular, unprotected intercourse. Being evaluated earlier is appropriate after six months for women who are older than age 35 or who have one of the following in […]
Advantage and Disadvantages of Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques The benefits of minimally invasive surgery include: . Small incisions . Small scars Most patients also have . Less pain . Shorter hospital stay after surgery . Lower risk of infection . Less trauma to tissues, nerves, organs, and muscles . Lower risk of bleeding and blood transfusion […]
DNA Fragmentation Test
What is Sperm DNA Fragmentation? DNA is the hereditary material in humans and other organisms and consists of two long chains—DNA strands—that are coiled around each other, each made of sugars and phosphate. The information in DNA is stored as a code made up of four types of molecules called bases, which are attached […]
Sonohysterogram
What is a Sonohysterogram? A sonohysterogram is a special kind of ultrasound that lets your healthcare provider see inside your uterus. With a sonohysterogram, an ultrasound records structures and shapes inside your uterus while your uterus is filled with saline. A sonohysterogram can help your provider see problem areas in your uterus and uterus […]
Dysmenorrhea
What are Menstrual Cramps? Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for pain with your period (menstruation) or menstrual cramps. There are two types of dysmenorrhea: primary and secondary. Primary dysmenorrhea is the name for common menstrual cramps that come back over and over again (recurrent) and aren’t due to other diseases. Pain usually begins one […]