Biological Steps to Becoming Pregnant
There are many steps that must occur for a female to become pregnant. Understanding the process of how pregnancy occurs can be beneficial both for those who are trying to become pregnant, and those who...
View ArticleOverview of the Female Reproductive System
The female reproductive system, also known as the female genital system, is made up of external and internal sex organs. These sex organs and their complex functions work together to provide the...
View ArticleHysterectomy
What is a Hysterectomy?A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the uterus through an incision in the lower abdomen (Abdominal Hysterectomy), through an incision in the Vagina (Vaginal...
View ArticleInducing Labor
Labor induction (also referred to as inducing labor) is when uterine contractions are stimulated to begin the process of labor during a vaginal birth. Labor induction is not a new practice. In fact, it...
View ArticleEndometriosis
Endometriosis is a painful female reproductive condition associated with chronic menstrual pain and infertility. Endometriosis affects nearly six to ten percent of women worldwide, and only began to...
View ArticleOvarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that affects the female reproductive system. It generally begins in one of the two ovaries on either sides of the uterus and can often remain undetected for most of...
View ArticleEctopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg does not attach itself to the inner lining of the uterus where it normally would, and instead attaches to a different location. The embryo often...
View ArticleHow to Increase the Chances of Pregnancy
Some couples are able to get pregnant effortlessly, while others experience varying degrees of difficulty. Many couples who are trying to conceive are anxious to do so. Although having intercourse...
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