Diseases & Conditions
Learn about conditions affecting you and your family, from pregnancy and fertility to childhood illness and long-term health, explained clearly and reviewed by our specialists.
Women Care
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
Overview If you have been told you have PCOS, or you are reading up because your periods are irregular, you are far from alone. Polycystic ovary syndrome is one of the most c
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Uterine Fibroids (Leiomyomas)
Overview Uterine fibroids are common growths that develop in or around the uterus. Some women may have fibroids without noticing any symptoms, while others may experience heav
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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (Recurrent Abortion)
Overview Recurrent pregnancy loss refers to experiencing repeated miscarriages and can be an emotionally difficult experience for couples hoping to build a famil
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Blocked Fallopian Tubes (Fallopian Tube Obstruction)
Overview Learning that your fallopian tubes may be blocked can feel worrying, especially when you are trying to conceive. Blocked fallopian tubes are a common cause of
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Hydrosalpinx (fluid-filled fallopian tube)
Overview Hydrosalpinx is a common cause of tubal infertility and is often first found during a fertility evaluation or scan. It can lower the chance of natural conception and,
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Sperm Freezing (Cryopreservation)
Overview Sperm freezing may be considered for many reasons, from preparing for medical treatment to planning a family later in life. Also called sperm cryopreservatio
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Chocolate Cyst (Ovarian Endometrioma)
Overview A chocolate cyst, also called an ovarian endometrioma, is a type of cyst that can develop in women with endometriosis. Some women may discover it during an ultrasound,
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Turner Syndrome (Monosomy X)
Overview A diagnosis of Turner syndrome can bring many questions for females and their families, particularly about growth, development, fertility and long-term heal
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Anovulation: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Overview If you are having periods but struggling to conceive, the problem may not be obvious. Sometimes the ovaries are not releasing an egg at all, even when your cycle looks
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