Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that resembles the uterine lining (known as “the endometrium”) is present outside the uterus, where it causes a chronic inflammatory reaction that can lead to scar tissue. It is primarily present on the peritoneum of the pelvis, the ovaries, the recto-vaginal septum, the bladder, and the colon. It has been identified on the…
Some decades ago, inability to have a child was seen as a curse on the woman’s part. It was erroneously assumed that women who do not get pregnant in marriage were barren. In most cases, this might not be true as infertility may be linked to men too. As a result of technological advancement, many women are beginning to have…
What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage or spontaneous abortion is an event that results in the loss of a fetus before 20 weeks of pregnancy. It typically happens during the first trimester, or first three months, of the pregnancy. Miscarriages can happen for a variety of medical reasons, many of which aren’t within a person’s control. But knowing the risk…
Before the sperm of the male partner can fertilize the egg of his partner, the sperm’s head must attach to the outside of the egg. When it gets attached, the sperm pushes through the external layer to the inside of the egg, also known as cytoplasm, where fertilization happens. What happens sometimes is that the sperm can’t penetrate the outer…
The inability of a couple to conceive a child even after unprotected sex can be one of the first signs of male infertility. So, if it’s been more than a year, it’s probably a good idea to get yourself checked. While suspecting the signs can be agonizing and anxiety-inducing, having an open conversation with your partner should be a top…
The corona virus is on everyone’s mind right now. As we slowly come out of “shelter-in-place” recommendations and get used to that “new normal” everyone keeps talking about, we all have so many questions. With “what we know” constantly changing it’s difficult to have a clear understanding of who is most vulnerable, and how the virus impacts those who contract…
There was a time, a few generations ago, when women over the age of 35, let alone 40, dare not plan to become pregnant. The risk to mother and baby increased with each passing year. Today there are many ways to ensure the health of both mother and baby and healthy pregnancies among women who are over 35, and even…
What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS is a health problem that afflicts 1 in 10 women in Nigeria. PCOS creates a hormone imbalance and an imbalance in your metabolism. This can affect many facets of your health including your fertility. PCOS is treatable and although women can be diagnosed any time after puberty, most women with PCOS are…
For mothers-to-be, even the most textbook pregnancy is fraught with worry. When you add infertility into the mix, it becomes a real rollercoaster of emotions. Will my age cause a concern? Will the baby be ok? Will they experience any health issues? And on and on. The unknown can cause plenty of sleepless nights and stress just when you need…
There are many different conditions that can render a couple unable to conceive naturally. Sometimes the cause is quite obvious, and sometimes the evidence is only uncovered after a series of tests and evaluations. No two cases will be exactly alike, and just as causes differ, so will treatment. In this post we take a look at critical issues that…