DES daughters - fertility and pregnancy
Exposure to the anti-miscarriage drug, diethylstilboestrol (DES) while in the womb can cause reproductive changes and fertility problems later in life. DES daughters also have a higher risk of ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage and premature ... [... more]
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Reproduction and fertility ... all about
Getting pregnant or avoiding pregnancy can raise problems for women and men. Read about fertility, conceiving a baby and the male and female reproductive systems. Also find information on ovulation, menstruation and the role of sperm. Find out ... [... more]
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Conceiving a baby - tips
A couple is only fertile for a limited time during a woman's cycle. Having sex on the days when mucus is present, before ovulation, and during ovulation itself increases the chance of pregnancy. Factors that can interfere with female fertility ... [... more]
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Infertility treatments - male
Fertility may be impaired by varicocele, or the bloating of veins inside the testes. This condition can be surgically treated. The tubes within the male reproductive system that transport sperm may be blocked, perhaps by injury or vasectomy. In ... [... more]
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Female reproductive system - quiz
Find out about the female reproductive system and fertility with our quick health quiz. Test your knowledge about menstruation, ovulation and menopause. You have a good general knowledge, but the female reproductive system is still a bit of a ... [... more]
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Multiple sclerosis - sexual issues
A person with MS may be concerned about a number of sexual issues including function, fertility and pregnancy. It should be remembered that sexual problems are common, whether a person has MS or not. Seek professional counselling for further ... [... more]
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Contraception ... all about
Contraceptives to prevent unwanted pregnancy include the pill, condoms for men and women, IUDs and natural fertility control. Emergency contraception, or the morning after pill, is also available. Vasectomy for men and sterilisation for women are ... [... more]
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Male reproductive system - quiz
What do you know about male fertility and the reproductive system? Test your knowledge with our quick health quiz. You have a good general knowledge, but the male reproductive system is still a bit of a mystery to you. You show an impressive ... [... more]
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Men's health ... all about
Men need information to stay healthy. Find information on sex and sexuality, reproduction and fertility and being a parent. Men are vulnerable to some health conditions including heart disease and cancer, including prostate and testicular ... [... more]
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Western Australia has some of the least fertile soils in the world and we still manage to have some fantastic gardens. Sue thinks it is because we understand the importance of using products that save water, and help improve the fertility of the ... [... more]
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Natural family planning
Natural family planning is a method of fertility management. That is, it's a way of becoming aware of the signs of fertility so you can increase your chances of having a baby, or reduce your chances of pregnancy. Natural family planning is ... [... more]
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Willow Feed Trials Show Suprise Fertility Boost For Sheep
A farmer-led project on the merits of feeding fodder trees to sheep during droughts has unexpectedly shown that the condensed tannins in willow and poplar aids fertility in ewes. HASTINGS 14/03/2003 - A farmer-led project on the merits of feeding ... [... more]
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