The two testicles are the prime male reproductive organs responsible for sperm and testosterone (male sex hormone) production. These testicles are present in the scrotum (the fleshy pouch of tissue) below the male genital organ. Testicular biopsy has been the cornerstone of male infertility diagnosis since years in males with unexplained infertility and conditions like Azoospermia. Presently, testicular biopsies are usually followed for promoting sperm […]
How Obesity affects your chances of having a successful natural conception? In October, World Obesity Day is observed since obesity is on a rise, especially among youth in India. There are various cases where couples are diagnosed with fertility issues caused to obesity at a later stage. Obesity has been a significant factor of increasing prevalence of conditions like cholesterol problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, […]
Women having PCOS usually experience abnormal periods or amenorrhea (absence of periods) and some women may confuse absence of periods with pregnancy, thereby leading to more problems. This is why; women with PCOS should seek early treatment for menstruation induction. An irregular period cycle occurs if you have: Eight or less menstrual cycles per year Menstrual cycles longer than 35 days What are the possible […]
A transvaginal ultrasound scan is a vital fertility procedure if you wish to have a baby. Mostly, women undergo their first abdominal scan at 12th week once of pregnancy. However, not everyone is blessed with the fortune of having a successful pregnancy at once. There are various physical reasons that can be ruled out as a cause of being unable to become pregnant. A transvaginal […]
If you are thinking to have a baby and things do not turn around as you expected, it can be a devastating situation for everyone involved. A common reason behind this heartbreak can be a molar pregnancy. A molar pregnancy is a condition, also called hydatidiform mole, where the placenta and fetus fail to develop properly causing fertility issues. Therefore, instead of occurrence of a […]
If you are struggling to conceive naturally, having a negative pregnancy test will be nothing new for you. Presently, couples worldwide are experiencing fertility issues and even after undergoing IVF treatments, they fail to become parents. Here are a few tips for couples to cope up with repeated IVF failures. Understand the cause behind IVF failure Don’t opt for a follow up until and unless […]
A 36-year old woman “Vibha” and her husband “Sumit” came down to my clinic when they faced troubles conceiving again after their first child. The couples had been in the same situation before their first child. Vibha underwent laparoscopy when diagnosed with Stage 1 endometriosis. Also, she had normal ovulation, good functioning uterus and open fallopian tubes. Her husband had normal sperm parameters and after […]
Tubal pregnancy can occur regardless of how you conceive a pregnancy. There are many unique aspects of a tubal pregnancy that involve IVF procedures. Below are a few facts on IVF and Tubal pregnancy. A tubal pregnancy is a type of an ectopic pregnancy in which the embryo attaches outside the uterine cavity. While performing an In-vitro fertilization treatment, embryos are placed inside the uterus. […]
India’s biggest platform for entrepreneurs, YourStory.com interviewed Dr Rita Bakshi, chairperson of International Fertility Centre and Mr. Saarthak Bakshi, CEO on IVF and Fertility. Although the IVF success rates is not 100% and many couples have underwent gut-wrenching failed IVF cycles. During Mr. Saarthak Bakshi’s work period at Adiva, a women centric hospital, he discovered the importance of fertility and how deeply is affecting the […]
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is a condition which affects a female’s reproductive organs – uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes. If you have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and it goes untreated for a prolonged period of time, it may result in blocked fallopian tubes or pelvic adhesions ultimately leading to infertility. What are the possible indications that I have PID? If you are experiencing pelvic discomforts […]