Fertility demystified
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Fertility demystified
（Demystified series）
McGraw-Hill, c2007
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Fertility demystified : a self-teaching guide
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 243-249) and index
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Description
Your essential guide to FERTILITY options and reproductive HEALTHIf you are trying to start a family but are having trouble conceiving, you are not alone. Today, millions are affected by infertility issues. Fertility Demystified explores many common causes of infertility and outlines the latest treatments, guiding you toward successful conception.
Written by a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, Fertility Demystified begins with an overview of the different fertility concerns for men and women along with a discussion of the possible reasons for early pregnancy loss. You'll find methods for increasing the chances of becoming pregnant--both naturally and through fertility drug therapy--and explanations of the various assisted-reproduction technologies. Also, the complex emotional issues and ethical considerations in the decision-making process are carefully explored.
This easy-to-understand guide offers:
Explanations of health and lifestyle concerns for both men and women
Tips for finding a fertility specialist
Natural ways to monitor and improve your own fertility
An overview of various fertility medications and their risks
Emerging technologies not yet available in the United States
Alternatives for the infertile couple--including surrogacy and adoption
Straightforward and accessible, Fertility Demystified helps you make informed decisions about your fertility options.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Causes of Infertility
Chapter 2: Miscarriage and Other Early Pregnancy Loss
Chapter 3: Basic Male and Female Anatomy and How Things Work
Chapter 4: Testing for Infertility
Chapter 5: Natural Ways to Become Pregnant
Chapter 6: Fertility Drug Therapies
Chapter 7: Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART)
Chapter 8: Moving on - Alternatives for the Infertile Couple
Chapter 9: Emotional Issues
Chapter 10: New and emerging technologies
Chapter 11: Ethical Considerations and Decision Making
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