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Judith N. Lasker is a Professor of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Lehigh University. Susan Borg is Director of the Department of Urban Planning and Development, West Orange, New Jersey. Together they have also authored "When Pregnancy Fails: Families Coping with Miscarriage, Ectopic Pregnancy, Stillbirth and Infant Death." ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Environmental Research, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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This study investigated the relationship between low-level lead exposure and risk of infertility in women. Study participants consisted of 64 cases recruited at a private infertility clinic and 83 control women from the postpartum clinic unit at a medical center in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. With informed consent, venous blood samples were obtained from subjects, during their early follicular phases (the 1st to 5th days of the menstrual cycle), for measuring concentrations of lead and hormones. Information on other potential risk factors associated with infertility, including reproductive history, Chinese herbal Medicine use, dairy product consumption, residential environment, and sociodemographic status, was obtained during an in-person interview. The mean blood lead level (BLL) in infertile women was significantly higher than that in controls (3.55 vs 2.78@mg/dL, P=0.007). Compared to women with BLL=<2.5@mg/dL, women with BLL>2.5@mg/dL were associated with a threefold increased risk for infertility (adjusted odds ratio=2.94, 95% confidence interval 1.18-7.34), after controlling for age, body mass index, smoking, Chinese herbal Medicine use, and irregular menstruation. Women's BLL was a significant predictor of the serum estradiol concentration also. These findings suggest an important role of very low BLL in the risk of infertility in women. ... Read more

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This is a small blue faux-leather hardcover without dustjacket as issued. Aprrox. 200 pages of B & W photos and illustrations and text in English. ... Read more

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Assembled outstanding group of clinicians who discuss their understanding of the etiology, evaluation, and treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss. The authors hoped that this volume will serve as a reference for the counselling and management of couples experiencing these events. ... Read more

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This is a small blue faux-leather hardcover without DJ as issued. Approx. 200 pages. Text is in English. ... Read more

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Describes diagnoses and treatments for infertility while addressing the emotional aspects this problem can cause. ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Social Science & Medicine, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Over the past generation, aging and female reproduction have been lodged within the gendered and gendering debates regarding women's involvement in the workforce and demographic shifts toward delayed parenting that culminate in discourses on the ''biological clock''. Technological solutions to the biological clock, specifically in vitro fertilization, have led to clinical attempts to assess ''ovarian reserve'', or qualitative and quantitative changes in the ovary that correlate with aging and with successful infertility treatment. Rupturing the longstanding historical connections between menstruation and female reproductive capacity by specifically focusing on the aging of a woman's eggs, the clinical designation of ''diminished ovarian reserve'' has come to imply that a woman has ''old eggs''. This is associated in practitioners' and patients' minds with the eclipse of a woman's reproductive potential and with hidden harbingers of menopause. In an ethnographic interview study of 79 couples in the US who conceived after using donor oocytes, we found that women voiced two different narratives that described their experience and attitudes when confronted with an apparent age-related decline in their fertility. The ''eleventh-hour mom'' narrative was voiced by women who initially tried to become pregnant with their own eggs and turned to donated oocytes as a second-choice option, whereas the ''miracle mom'' narrative was expressed by women who were generally older, some of whom had entered infertility treatment hoping to conceive with their own eggs, but some who knew from the outset that it was not going to be possible. Through their narratives women not only embodied and made meaningful ''diminished ovarian reserve'' in varying ways that connect with cultural, social, structural/organizational, symbolic and physical aspects of aging, they reproduced the socio-biological project of the biological clock, but rooted this social project in the metaphor of ''old eggs'' rather than menopause. ... Read more

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consultthe second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depthmedical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics inlanguage accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a singlealphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or twoparagraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics.Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description;causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more.Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes;precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and muchmore. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, anda comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical andhistorical sidebars throughout the text.

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Published/Released: December 2001

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This volume is divided into sections highlighting areas of advancement or controversy in the treatment and approach to male factor infertility. The introductory section provides updates on hormonal evaluation and male infertility as well as highlights developments and our current understanding of evaluation of male factor infertility, the assessment of sperm structure and function, and issues related to female fertility.The fundamentals that are required for a urologist to be an effective collaborator with reproductive endocrinologists are also outlined. The second section discusses our understanding of the varicocele, the changing approach of the varicocele, and updates literature regarding the effectiveness of this commonly treated form of male factor infertility. The next section addresses ejaculatory abnormalities.There are many areas of controversy in the therapy of male infertility, and these are reviewed related in terms of medical therapy as well as surgical therapy.Articles devoted to genetic foundations provide the urologist with a genetic primer as well as the essentials required to understand the role of genetic abnormalities in male factor infertility.Finally, information on the effect of aging is also presented, since as our population ages, it happens more frequently that older men are attempting to achieve pregnancies with younger partners. ... Read more

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In the United States there are estimated to be 10 million infertile couples. One percent of all US babies are the result of IVF and over 70,000 cycles of IVF are performed each year in the US.The only text to provide both the patient s and doctor s views, 100 Questions and Answers about Infertility gives authoritative, practical answers to 100 of the most common questions asked by individuals and couples regarding their infertility. ... Read more

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Forget the Internet - BUY THIS BOOK!
You MUST read this book BEFORE you meet with your reproductive specialist or consider ANY kind of fertility treatment. When I originally started researching my infertility issues online in preparation for my consultation with a reproductive endocrinologist (RE), I quickly realized how much MISINFORMATION there is out there on the Web and these online fertility chat rooms where many women speak as if they have an MD by their name. When I was given a copy of Dr. Gordon and Dr. DiMattina's book, it was as if a light bulb suddenly turned on and all of my anxieties about fertility treatment went away. BECAUSE OF THIS BOOK, I was able to ask very detailed questions when I met with my RE for the first time...You have all of your answers right here in one source. The book is SO EASY to read and understand. It covers EVERYTHING from the basics of fertility to complicated treatment options...every question you can possibly imagine is covered in these pages. Despite my extensive research, I find myself going back to the book often and always learning something new. You will not regret making this purchase. Not only are Dr. Gordon and Dr. DiMattina top experts in their field, they tirelessly go above and beyond to educate all of their patients and answer their hundreds of questions individually. I cannot say enough good things about their book or their practice (Dominion Fertility in Arlington, VA), where I am a grateful patient.

Terrific book from terrific docs (I know - Dr. G was my doc!)
This is a terrific resource from two terrific doctors!Dr. Gordon was my RE and guided my husband and me through three IVF cycles which resulted in two spectacular little girls (now almost 5 and almost 3 1/2).The book provides intelligent, caring information - which is what I would expect from a doctor that is caring, kind and funny in person.Highly recommend the book, the blog and the Doctors.

Infertility FAQs in one neat package
When a couple is suffering through infertility, they have a million questions. Fertility Drs. Gordon and DiMattina attempt to cover the basics in a single, reliable source with 100 Questions & Answers About Infertility.

They start with the basics: What is infertility and what does normal reproduction look like? Then they move on to infertility evaluation and treatments. Next they touch on specific problems such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Tubal Disease, Male Factor, and Endometriosis. They address treatment options, specifically Intrauterine Insemination, In Vitro Fertilization, and Third-Party Reproduction. They also answer questions regarding lifestyle (stress, exercise, etc.) in regard to reproduction, and finally they address pregnancy loss. There is also a plethora of statistical information.

If you find yourself in the throes of infertility and you are lost in the lingo, this book may be a good start. It will answer many clinical and technical questions you may have about your problem and where to start. This book will be especially helpful for those who have the conditions mentioned and those who want details on medical measures. It should also help you decide what steps you want to take in the process. The information seems, in my experience, to be accurate and up to date.

What this book won't do for you is answer the more emotional side of infertility. It won't tell you that taking Clomid might cause you to cry for weeks on end. It won't tell you that you will get pregnant. And it won't have a definitive answer for why you aren't achieving pregnancy when all the testing says there is no reason. However, this is a very informative book on many of the more common and clinical aspects of the process.

Armchair Interviews says: A book with answers to many questions some couples might have

A Must Read
What a great book!This book is a wonderful launching place for someone facing infertility and needing answers.I have already been through some treatments and learned new things reading this book.I liked that the definitions for words used in the text were right in the margin of the page.It is easy to follow, but the authors do not talk down to you.Good balance of information.

One stop shopping for all your questions
I've been having infertility issues for almost 6 years and I've purchased several on-topic books during this time. No book covers as much detailed information in as few pages at this one.I read the entire book the night I received it.The authors honestly acknowledge the frustrations accompanying the mysteries of fertility while outlining the proven medical procedures that lead to parenthood.My favorite thing about the book is that it assumes that the reader is an intelligent, resourceful patient who is approaching her infertility with a problem-solving mentality. I wish I had bought this years ago! ... Read more

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Male Infertility: Problems and Solutions provides a summary of state of the art developments in male infertility for both new and experienced practitioners. Written in a clear, concise and readable style, this volume allows the reader to obtain rapid answers to this challenging medical issue. Special emphasis is placed on diagnostic and treatment algorithms. Topics covered include interpretation of semen analysis and advanced testing, endocrine and genetic evaluation, diagnosis of azoospermia as well as an up-to-date interpretation and analysis of the many new therapies available for the treatment of male factor infertility. Male Infertility: Problems and Solutions provides rapid acquisition of pertinent background and development of management plans through the use of concise discussion and treatment algorithms and thus will be of great value to general urologists, gynecologists, primary care providers and allied health providers who manage infertility in both men as well as women. ... Read more

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Numerous couples suffer from the inability to conceive children. While the causes of infertility are sometimes unknown, often it can be remedied with simple nutritional or other lifestyle factors. In this booklet, author Karen Bradstreet provides some valuable guidelines for couples looking to improve their chances of conceiving a child through supplementation and nutritional therapies. ... Read more

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This is an Abridged Version
This is just an abridged version of her book, Overcoming Infertility Naturally, which I highly recommend.

all natural
It help a friend of mine and me too. I think it worth reading. If you want to do it without drugs. ... Read more

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This volume aims to provide information and research on reproductive physiology, contraception, infertility, and clinical endocrinology. Emphasis is also placed on progestins and hormone administration and therapy within several chapters of the text. ... Read more

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funny error in title
Dear Amazon--
In the hopes that someone will read this-- the title of the book with the error in the title(Leon Speroff's textbook) is Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility. That much is true.The subtitle is wrong. It is not, I repeat not, subtitled: :Cervical Spine Research Editorial Committee.The cervix Dr Speroff treats is in the pelvis, not the neck. Please correct this.
Sorry to notify you in this roundqbout way, but I don't know any other way to let your web masters know of this error.This "review" obviously is not for publication.
Sincerely, Irene M Piekarski, M.D.
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Worth buying
I bought this book through Amazon and quite happy with this service and book too.It is recommended formy masters course in Reproductive medicine.Thanks Amzone.

Excellent reference!
This text offers a straight-forward reference to assist in the management of gyn problems I commonly encounter as a Family Doctor.It goes into great detail about anatomy and physiology of gynecologic problems yet is well-organized for use as a "quick reference".For example, it took less than a minute to find the section on hirsuitism to refresh my memory as to what the initial work-up should consist of.

A must have for anyone involved in basic infertility
This is an incredible book.Speroff is still the king when it comes to infertility.In our OB/Gyn setting we refer to it many times in our treatment of basic infertiltiy and have had great success following the guidelines given by Speroff.It should be on the bookshelf of anyone who treats basic infertility!!

DEFINITELY A MUST HAVE
This is one of the bibles of the OB/GYN resident. Excellent reference for the in-service exams. Simple diagrams & tables make this text readable and easy to understand. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from OB GYN News, published by International Medical News Group on January 1, 2010. The length of the article is 1008 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Infertility definition may change coverage.(PERSPECTIVE)
Author: David G. Adamson
Publication: OB GYN News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2010
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 45Issue: 1Page: 4(1)

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This is a small blue faux-leather hardcover without dustjacket as issued. Approx. 200 pages. ... Read more

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This is a small blue faux-leather hardcover without DJ as issued. Approx. 200 pages. Text is in English. ... Read more