Infertility and Reproduction Medical Reference

If you’re pregnant with three or more fetuses, your chances of complications go up. Here’s why, and what your doctor may advise.

WebMD explains what antisperm antibodies are, normal levels, tests to diagnose high and low levels, and how they can effect fertility and your chances of getting pregnant.

PCOS is a hormone imbalance that affects women of child-bearing years. It can make it hard to get pregnant.

Doctors use this word to describe the absence of menstrual periods. But why does it happen?

Different kinds of health problems can mean your semen has no sperm in it. But treatments can help men who want to have children.

An undescended testicle can lead to fertility issues later in life. Find out why it’s a problem and how early surgery can help.

A blockage in your fallopian tubes can prevent you from getting pregnant. Learn about the different procedures that can help unblock them.

A uterine ultrasound can give doctors a clear picture of what’s going on inside. It can spot fibroids, polyps, scar tissue, and more.

Could your fertility problem be a sperm problem? Find out what semen analysis can tell you.

Hysterosalpingogram or HSG is a test that diagnosis blocked fallopian tubes. Here’s what you need to know about the procedure.

Are there factors putting you at risk for infertility? Find out what causes problems with getting pregnant.

Changed your mind about having that vasectomy? They can almost always be reversed. Find out what to expect.

If you’ve been told you’ve got low sperm count or quality, take heart. There are things you can do improve them.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of luteal phase defect, a disruption in the menstrual cycle that can make it difficult for a woman to become or remain pregnant.

WebMD explains the symptoms of infertility in men and women.

WebMD explains tubal cannulation, a procedure that can improve a woman's chances of becoming pregnant by clearing a blockage in the fallopian tubes.

WebMD explains surrogate parenting, why some choose to use a surrogate, and what you need to know before you do.

WebMD explains tubal ligation reversal.

WebMD answers common questions about sperm, including how long sperm live, sperm analysis, sperm thickness, how to keep sperm healthy, and more.

WebMD's guide to the causes of infertility in men and women.

WebMD's guide to treatments for infertility in women and men.

WebMD explains the tests that help diagnose infertility in women.

WebMD provides resources for information about infertility and reproduction.

Need advice or information about infertility and reproduction? WebMD directs you to some good resources.

A standard fertility evaluation includes physical exams and medical and sexual histories of both partners. Find out what types of tests are also involved.