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    Infertility & Reproduction Guide

    Getting pregnant can sometimes be as simple as withholding contraception. Yet for some, it is an emotional, physical and financial burden. The experts at WebMD have selected material on infertility and reproduction. Learn the causes of infertility, infertility treatments and coping skills to deal with the stress that can tear a couple apart.

    1. Overview

      1. What is Infertility?

        1. What You Need to Know About Infertility
        2. Effects of Exercise, Age, and Weight on Fertility
        3. How to Boost Your Pregnancy Chances
      2. Female Infertility

        1. Your Guide to Infertility in Women
        2. Luteal Phase Defect
        3. How STDs Affect Pregnancy
        4. Breast Cancer and Premature Menopause
      3. Male Infertility

        1. Your Guide to Infertility and Men
        2. What You Should Know About Sperm
        3. Infertility and Testicular Disorders
        4. Ejaculation Disorders
        5. Semen Without Sperm
    2. Symptoms

      1. Signs of Infertility
      2. Missed Periods
      3. Am I at Risk for Fertility Problems?
    3. Diagnosis & Tests

      1. Detecting Infertility
      2. Fertility Evaluation
      3. Common Tests for Women
      4. Pelvic Exam
      5. Uterine Ultrasound
    4. Treatment & Care

      1. Options for Women

        1. In Vitro Fertilization
        2. Artificial Insemination
        3. Using an Egg Donor
        4. Surrogate Mothers
        5. Checking for Blocked Fallopian Tubes
        6. Tubal Ligation Reversal
        7. Tubal Cannulation
        8. Other Fallopian Tube Procedures
      2. Options for Men

        1. Semen Analysis
        2. Vasectomy Reversal
        3. What Helps With Sperm Count and Quality
      3. General Facts

        1. Which Fertility Treatment Is Right For You?
        2. The Most Common Fertility Drugs
        3. Choosing a Fertility Clinic
    5. Support & Resources

      1. Where to Find Help
      2. Resources and Organizations
      3. Hope and Optimism

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    • Infertility and Men: What You Should Know

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