| Subject | Date Asked |
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| secondary infertility on clomid | 10/25/2009 |
Q: I have two children (we were trying for 6 months for the first, 1 month for the second) and my ...
A: Most women who don't have a positive ovulation predictor kit (but do have regular menstrual cycles) ...
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| clomid and ovulation | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I have used clomid to get pregnant twice before and ovulated on day 16 when used cylce days 5-9 and ...
A: It's possible Gia, but generally not that normal. Make sure your doctor does blood tests and ...
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| Luteal Phase Defect and clomiphene | 10/13/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I have a 22 month old daughter (healthy, non-medicated pregnancy and delivery). My husband ...
A: We use either Crinone or Endometrin, rather than vaginal Prometrium. Prometrium is not approved by ...
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| Fallopian Tubes | 10/12/2009 |
Q: Good Morning doc, i need you help in the following scenario that we are facing myself and my wife. A ...
A: I'm so very sorry to hear your disastrous news. Why did the doctor cut your wife's fallopian tubes? ...
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| IVF with an Egg Donor? | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have a quite a long history of infertility and trying to conceive. In short, here is my history: ...
A: Sorry to hear you haven't been successful to date. I'll do my best to answer your questions, but ...
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| Luteal Phase Defect and clomiphene | 10/10/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I have a 22 month old daughter (healthy, non-medicated pregnancy and delivery). My husband ...
A: To answer: Could you please explain my high progesterone level during my unmedicated cycle? I ...
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| HSG test | 9/8/2009 |
Q: I have tried to be pregnant for last 6 months. i'm visiting doctor recently, he wanted me to do the ...
A: The HSG is done at times, depending on someone's history and particular situation. Did your husband ...
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| HSG test | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have tried to be pregnant for last 6 months. i'm visiting doctor recently, he wanted me to do the ...
A: It's critically important for your partner to have a semen analysis done. Up to 40-50% of the time ...
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| Infertility | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive a baby for 3 years and got 6 times clomid and only one insemination ...
A: It sounds like you may be best served by seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. If ...
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| CGH & Immune Issues | 9/4/2009 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I'm 37 y/o with four children (one conceived naturally after a year of trying, one ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your losses.... You may fall into the category of recurrent pregnancy ...
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| ovidrel | 9/3/2009 |
Q: My name is Jet. I had two chemical pregnancies within 7 months. I got a full work up with blood ...
A: Ovulation takes place an average of 36 hours after an hCG trigger injection. IF sperm is normal, it ...
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| infertility | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I recently had a D&C because of fibroids. I also had an endometrial ablation 4 yrs ago. At that time ...
A: The likelihood of successful conception after endometrial ablation is guarded at best. If your ...
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| fertility issues only 25 and 130 lbs | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant after my last depo shot in Sept 2008. started sprintec bc pills ...
A: It's not normal to go without regular periods, and a full hormone workup, history, and physical ...
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| progesterone during pregnancy | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My OB wants to try progesterone when I conceive again (after recurrent miscarriages). HE said oral ...
A: Oral progesterone is not recommended for luteal or pregnancy support. It is erratically absorbed, ...
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| Bio Chemical pregancy loss and recurrent misscarry | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I have had 2 misscarrys the first was at 6 months and the other at 3 and as many times as I have ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your losses.... With a loss at 6 months, a loss at 3 months, and 15 ...
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| HSG- Tubal Blockage | 8/24/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I recently had an HSG done and during the test, the dye took longer to go down my left ...
A: Partial tubal blockage can indeed be a possible reason for infertility. Whether it was "major" or ...
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| I think I'm Infertile.... | 7/29/2009 |
Q: Me and my better half have been trying to conceive for about 2 years now, and there has been no ...
A: The hormones in birth control can cause yeast infections, but they don't cause infertility. If you ...
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| Femara after Clomid Failed | 7/28/2009 |
Q: My husband and I have been given the option by our Dr. to either try Femara or go onto injectables. ...
A: Some women who don't do well on Clomid do well on Femara (a breast cancer drug). There's no good ...
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| Ovulation Test | 7/27/2009 |
Q: Last month i did the Ovulation Test at home on Cycle Day 17 & Cycle Day 18, it's positive. May i ...
A: If someone has a positive ovulation test on cycle day 17/18, she would typically ovulate on day 18. ...
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| failed pregnancy following ectopic | 7/26/2009 |
Q: ..i'm 41, in excellent health , married 5years and trying with no success to get pregnant. I had a ...
A: Sorry to hear about all of your losses... You DESPERATELY need to place yourself under the care of ...
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| USG | 7/25/2009 |
Q: today agian i went to USG,doctor said ther are 2 follicle,one is 17mm ie in left overy other is in ...
A: A 17 mm follicle may be mature and ready, soon, to ovulate. A blood test will tell your doctor if ...
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| hCG levels after miscarriage | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I had a miscarriage in June when I was 10 weeks pregnant (baby stopped growing somewhere between 9 ...
A: hCG levels may not return to normal for several reasons. These include, and aren't limited to, ...
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| fertility/OHSS | 7/22/2009 |
Q: First I would like to give you some background information. I have PCOS and have been undergoing ...
A: If someone had severe OHSS and had very enlarged ovaries, she may have discomfort with intercourse. ...
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| P4 Test Level | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I went for the egg retrieval on 7/13, waited 5 days for the blastocyst, did the egg transfer on ...
A: So far, so good. We like the P4 to be 20 or higher.... Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm ...
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| can i get pregnant? and what should your belly feel like if i just got pregnant? | 7/20/2009 |
Q: .. and my other question is what does your belly feel like when you think your pregnant? is it a ...
A: I believe it's unlikely that using ecstacy years ago caused a permanent fertility issue. Not ever ...
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| hormonal problems? | 7/17/2009 |
Q: also i have absent periods for 3 months straight then ma doc put me on provera 10 mg for 10days ma ...
A: It is possible to ovulate after the last Provera pill. A light flow can mean many different things, ...
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| bleeding after HSG and then late period | 7/16/2009 |
Q: My last period was on June 9, 2009 and I had an HSG on June 16. The HSG showed that my right tube ...
A: Get a sensitive pregnancy test done - You need to know if you're pregnant or not. A blocked tube ...
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| Laproscopy for PCOD | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I am having irregular periods right from start, due to PCOD which diagonised 2 yrs back, took ...
A: Laparoscopy for PCOD is often considered a "last resort" (to help a woman ovulate/conceive when ...
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| please help... | 7/14/2009 |
Q: not sure if you can help me with this or not but I'm going to try.I was on the pill from ages 15-17 ...
A: No, the pill doesn't affect one's fertility. It can take up to one year to achieve a pregnancy, so ...
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| TTC and Light Periods | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I am currently ttc without success for the past 8 months, I am 25 yrs old with no significant ...
A: While it's impossible (and illegal) to make a diagnosis from afar, there are several possible ...
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| RE says I did not ovulate, but I think I did! | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I am 34YO, with two children conceived with the same partner. The first conceived via IUI/clomid, ...
A: There are no reference values for progesterone the day after the LH surge, though I would say with ...
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| ovidrel | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I was suppose to take my ovidrel at 10 pm tonight (thursday 7/9/09) but accidently lost track of ...
A: If it was to trigger ovulation, it may mean you will ovulate a half hour later. If it was for egg ...
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| protocol of the ovulation induction | 7/9/2009 |
Q: Scott, i'm a 25 years old married girl for 1 year. actualy i'm a case of moderate endometriosis ...
A: Most women with moderate endometriosis tend to need more aggressive treatment beyond Clomid. Also, ...
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| Secondary infertility | 7/6/2009 |
Q: I'm a 40 year old female who has had one pregnancy at age 14 (aborted). I've always had irregular ...
A: Someone with the findings you described may still be able to conceive (all other things being ...
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| Low FSH, slow developing follicles on Clomid | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I am 29 with PCOS (a little overweight, but none of the other typical symptoms except lots of ...
A: Women with low FSH tend to do poorly on Clomid, as you stated your RE told you. However, I'm ...
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| increasing sperm count !! | 7/4/2009 |
Q: . iam 28 years old man from egypt .i got married from 7 month ago.my wife still not pregnant,so ...
A: L-carnitine and zinc may help. Sometimes decreased sperm numbers may be due to a varicocele ...
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| Pregnancy Test after IUI | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I was wondering when it the earliest I can do a home pregnancy test after IUI. My HcG injection was ...
A: It takes at least 10 days for the hCG injection to get out of one's system (and hCG is what's tested ...
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| iud removal | 7/2/2009 |
Q: Today I went to my Ob/Gyn to have my IUD removed and she couldn't find the strings. After seeing it ...
A: Many times, when the string is not visible, it may mean that the IUD is just higher up in the uterus ...
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| Try to conceive | 7/1/2009 |
Q: Me and my husband tried to conceive for four years without results. It is two years later and we are ...
A: Most couples who have tried to conceive without success for four years generally have one, huge ...
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| Two Failed IUIs | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have had day 3 testing and a Hysterosalpingogram with no issues. However, Hubby has low motility ...
A: Please let me know the following: - Day 3 FSH and estradiol levels. - Count, motility, and strict ...
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| Infertility | 6/29/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I am only 26 years old. My husband and I have been trying to have kids for about a year and ...
A: Yes, I do have a suggestion -- Consider seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist ...
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| infertility | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I got married in June and stopped my birthcontrol in April before we got married.. I have a history ...
A: While it's possible that you may conceive on your own, given the issues you discussed I HIGHLY ...
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| unovulation | 6/27/2009 |
Q: is taking metformin does not affect my thin endometrium?
A: Metformin has no effect on the endometrium as far as thickness. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach ...
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| Whats wrong with me | 6/26/2009 |
Q: When me and my boyfriend have sex he nuts in me and i never get pregnant.... we have tried over and ...
A: If you think you should be getting pregnant but are not, there may be a fertility issue. About 40% ...
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| infertility and prolactin levels | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with a prolactinoma (pituitary microadenoma) and am trying to restore ...
A: As far as I know, exercise has no effect whatsoever on a pituitary prolactinoma. Good luck! Dr. ...
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| Progesterone Levels | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have irregular periods, about 5-6 per year lasting between 10-20 days of bleeding, and am newly ...
A: What's the purpose of a progesterone level? To prove you ovulate? If someone has irregular ...
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| Multiple Chemical Pregnancies | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I just turned 39 and we have been attempting to get pregnant for 11 months. We jumped right into ...
A: Sorry to hear you've not been successful to date. You are now classified as having recurrent ...
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| Periods | 6/21/2009 |
Q: Mr. Edward was kind enough to reply to my worries on PCOS. Had another question, for the past 20-25 ...
A: There are MANY reasons for the abnormal bleeding you described. It's impossible to say why you're ...
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| ovulation | 6/19/2009 |
Q: On my ultrasound today,(cycle day 12 with clomid) my doctor said my follicle had an irregular ...
A: Sometimes follicles have irregular borders for no good reason. It's easy to know if you had ...
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| Endometriosis | 6/17/2009 |
Q: After trying to conceive for 2 years, I finally saw my GYN instead of his PA and found out that he ...
A: Sorry to hear about your frustrations with your GYN. I'm glad you asked, because there has NOT been ...
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| hypomenorrhea and conception concerns | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I'm wondering if I should be concerned about my hypomenorrhea while trying to conceive. My husband ...
A: Fibroids should not cause light periods. Lighter periods after a D&C can potentially be due to a ...
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| progesterone | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I recently discovered that I am Estrogen Dominant. My estrogen levels are way off the chart and my ...
A: If you're taking the progesterone to help you conceive, then we generally start our patients on the ...
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| Is my fertility declining at 23 already?? | 6/14/2009 |
Q: im abit concerned, im 23 iv got 2 children, one 4, and one 18months, i got pregnant with them on the ...
A: With NO fertility problems in a 23 year old, it can take UP TO a year to achieve a pregnancy. ...
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| Clomid/ Hcg injection | 6/13/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive for approximately 2yrs. I was treated for an anovulatory bleed that ...
A: You asked if there's anything else you should be doing, and the answer is most definitely YES. You ...
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| several complications | 6/11/2009 |
Q: i had a hormone based iud for aproximately 2yrs after having my first child. i had it removed aprox ...
A: As I don't practice general gynecology, I can only comment from the fertility perspective. Yeast ...
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| lupron | 6/8/2009 |
Q: On April 1st the dr gave me lupron depo shot for my endometrosis 1 time and i haven't had my period. ...
A: The amount of time a Lupron Depot shot stays in the system varies. It is possible to be pregnant, ...
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| Wrong gonal f dose? | 6/7/2009 |
Q: My doctor wanted me to up my dose of gonal f but I can't remember to what dose. Of course I can't ...
A: ANY doctor who prescribes injectable fertility drugs MUST be available (or have a reasonable ...
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| laparoscopy | 6/6/2009 |
Q: Is it safe to have a laparoscopy if I had an appendectomy years ago? I read that there are risks ...
A: It's impossible, and illegal, for me to tell you if you should or shouldn't have a laparoscopy ...
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| solution wanted | 6/1/2009 |
Q: I have had three pregnancies, lost the first (stillbirth), had the second, a baby girl who will be ...
A: Some women who have your symptoms have something called endometriosis - You can ask your doctor ...
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| Opposite effect of IVF medication | 5/30/2009 |
Q: After trying to conceive for a year my husband and I went to an REI specialist and had 3 failed IUIs ...
A: What did your most recent day 3 FSH testing show? What was your baseline antral follicle count? ...
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| Do I ovulate? | 5/27/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are trying for our 3rd child. It took me two years to get pregnant with my first ...
A: If someone takes progesterone (Prometrium) prior to ovulation it can BLOCK ovulation, so I'm REALLY ...
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| HSG & LAPAROSCOPY. | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I am a 30-year-old woman who has been trying to conceive for almost 4 years. I have undergone ...
A: I personally consider the information gained about someone's fallopian tubes at laparoscopy to be ...
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| waiting for baby | 5/25/2009 |
Q: "I'm 29yrs old ht-147cms,wt-58kg.My blood result ...
A: Most of my 29 year olds become pregnant within 3-4 cycles of treatment at my center. Are you being ...
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| is this safe when trying to conceive? | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I am a 32 year old mother of 3 and am currently looking to get pregnant with my fourth child. I want ...
A: To answer: 1) Yes. 2) No. Good luck!! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive ...
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| Ovidrel and ivf | 5/22/2009 |
Q: And ultrasound was told I am ready for retrieval THIS Sat.@ 10am. I took my last follistim at 8ish ...
A: This shouldn't decrease your odds of success at all. Don't sweat it. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, ...
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| infertility | 5/19/2009 |
Q: DRs says I am having overheat in my uterus which is not gud for my egg fertilization..what should i ...
A: It's impossible for me to diagnose your condition from afar. If you are trying for a pregnancy ...
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| infertility | 5/17/2009 |
Q: DRs says I am having overheat in my uterus which is not gud for my egg fertilization..what should i ...
A: Find another doctor. As a board certified reproductive endocrinologist (RE)/infertility specialist ...
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| cause of my infertility | 5/16/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I am a 19 year old black female looking for answers. I started having periods at 12, but I ...
A: First, you absolutely need a proper diagnosis. It's NOT normal to have irregular periods and ...
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| blastocyst grades | 5/14/2009 |
Q: This is my 1st IVF cycle. I am 35. 10 mature eggs were retrieved and 8 were fertilized using ICSI. ...
A: Many 35 year old women don't have anything more than 2 blastocysts on an IVF cycle. The attrition ...
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| UREAPLASMA AND ABDOMINAL DISTENTION | 5/13/2009 |
Q: Scott,hope you can help me. After more than a year I had pain below my belly button, not something ...
A: 1. Spotting can be due to many different things. It's not generally normal to have spotting, so ...
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| Infertility; use of clomid with IUI | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I am a 39yo trying to conceive our second child. At 36 I had fertility issues, saw a RE underwent 5 ...
A: I don't do CCCT's, but use day 3 FSH/E2/AMH/antral follicle counts instead. Unmedicated IUI in a 39 ...
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| Clomid Cycle #3 | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I am 36yr old, i had one natural birth, one birth of twins conceived on clomid 50mg second cycle, ...
A: Most docs don't prescribe it for cd 1-5 because they want to make sure it's a true period before ...
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| Ovidrel, Pregnancy test & RE | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I hope you can assist me with some of my questions: Background: I'm 27, my husband is 25. Trying to ...
A: To answer: 1. No, it's not likely due to one injection of Ovidrel. 2. Yes. 3. No, sorry. That's ...
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| Spotting during luteal phase - 18 months trying to conceive | 5/8/2009 |
Q: My Husband and I have been trying to concieve for 18 months now. In November I had a series of ...
A: Spotting 5 dpo is not normal and of potential concern. Be sure to discuss this with a qualified ...
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| difficulty concieving | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive for that past 13 months but to no avail. I read somewhere that one of ...
A: I don't place much credence in the vaginal fluid regarding fertility. I hope this helps, Dr. ...
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| infertility | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive for 17 months with no success besides one ectopic pregnancy last Feb. ...
A: Hypothyroidism should definitely be corrected BEFORE conceiving again. Also, having an ectopic ...
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| endometrial biopsy | 5/2/2009 |
Q: can u please explain MICROSCOPIC DIAGNOSIS : SECTIONS REVEAL PREDOMINANTLY SMALL FRAGMENT OF ...
A: Sorry your ICSI IVF cycle didn't work. Your endometrial biopsy shows that the doctor did not get ...
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| infertility | 4/28/2009 |
Q: But i have had about 4 ultra sounds done of my ovaries and found no cysts or anything, they are ...
A: Endometriosis doesn't make women skip periods. After you follow-up with your doctor and have your ...
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| STUCK IN FOLLICULAR? | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I have been missing a period for nearly 3 years, except for brief stints on various bcps (most ...
A: It's not normal, and very adverse to one's health, to go for almost 3 years without a menstrual ...
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| Diane 35 | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I am taking Diane 35.. I would like to ask if it can cause infertility... Permanent infertility? I ...
A: No, Lede, it doesn't. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine In ...
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| Pregnancy after a tubal reversal | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I will be 32 in August, I have two boys from a previous marriage, 8 and 6. I have remarried to the ...
A: I feel your pain, and I'm sorry to hear you can't get a loan to undergo IVF. IVF and microsurgical ...
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| infrtility | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I am twenty eight years old. I am trying to get pregnant from three years and tacking letroz every ...
A: If you are 18 days after ovulation and still haven't menstruated, then you may indeed be pregnant. ...
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| infrtility | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I am twenty eight years old. I am trying to get pregnant from three years and tacking letroz every ...
A: I'm assuming you mean letrozole. Most women who WILL conceive on letrozole do so within an average ...
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| Positive OPK indicates? | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I had a positive OPK at around 1:15 p.m. I know that it indicates that I will ovulate soon. But my ...
A: Jyoti, If you started testing early enough in your menstrual cycle (around cycle day 10), and if ...
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| pelvi ultrasound. | 4/18/2009 |
Q: My wife has recently taken the pelvic ultrasound test after trying for conceive more than 8 months. ...
A: It simply means there are many small cysts around the outside of her ovary. Sometimes this is part ...
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| Old follicles? | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I just went in for my baseline ultrasound (CD3) and they confirmed that I has PCOS. They also said ...
A: Just as an aside, one can NOT make a diagnosis of PCOS solely based on an ultrasound. It takes a ...
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| fertility | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I am 41 and i have had two miscarriages in the last 2 years, no children, and have not com=nceived ...
A: Clomid can have a negative effect on the uterine lining, in that in can make it very thin. A thin ...
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| D and C | 4/11/2009 |
Q: My husband and I have two children and have been trying for over 2 years to have another. I am 36 ...
A: Ask the doctor what he expects to accomplish with a D&C. Let me know... Dr. Roseff, Director - ...
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| recurrent miscarriage/lose and treatment | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have had 2 miscarriages and two chemical pregnancies in 18 months. Some of my issues are positive ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses. The only way I can possibly help you would be by reviewing your ...
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| Please . . . | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I might have wrote to you before about pains in my stomach Im not sure. . But I have a question or ...
A: You need to see your doctor as soon as possible. There are many possible reasons why your symptoms ...
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| infertility | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I am36 yrs old,married for 3 years.My first pregnancy happened after 23 months(after trying hardly) ...
A: Given your history, you should consider placing yourself under the care of a board certified ...
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| TTC irregular periods | 3/3/2009 |
Q: My name is Shannon and I’m 26 years old and have been TTC for 6 months now. For the last 10 years I ...
A: Glad you asked. If someone has menstrual periods more than 34 days apart, that may indicate a ...
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| High estrdiol | 3/2/2009 |
Q: i received a call from my Re telling me your estrodiol is high you are ovulating have intercourse ...
A: No, it's not necessarily true that a high estradiol indicates someone is currently ovulating. Are ...
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| IUI | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I was diagnosed with PCOS last may after 9 months of trying to concieve. My gyn prescribed clomid. ...
A: The second Ovidrel booster pushes the corpus luteum (where the egg ovulated from) to produce more ...
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| HCG levels | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I know that there is a wide range of norm. for HCG levels. But generally at 13-14 days post o with ...
A: Christy - As you mentioned, there's a wide range of normal for a first hCG level. It may be more ...
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| Tubal Pregnancies | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I had a tubal that is suppose to be permanent 7 years ago, but i have a concern because i have been ...
A: You need to contact your doctor as soon as possible to rule out a tubal or other type of pregnancy. ...
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| Birthcontrol and fertility treatment | 2/21/2009 |
Q: Why do some Md's use oc's prior to a medicated or IVF cycle to manipulate length/timing of period. ...
A: There are generally 2 reasons for using OCP's: 1. It helps time an IVF cycle so many women can be ...
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| IUI | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I was diagnosed with PCOS last may after 9 months of trying to concieve. My gyn prescribed clomid. ...
A: Dr instructed another ovidrel shot that day. Is this normal? ==> It's a way to try and increase ...
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| Where's My Baby Bump? | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I am 18 years old and i have been trying to conceive for 2 years, My periods have always been ...
A: Your history of irregular menstrual cycles indicates a hormone imbalance. It's critically important ...
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| HCG levels | 2/18/2009 |
Q: Trying to conceive after previous miscarriage: Not sure if you know about HCG levels in early ...
A: Heather, First hCG levels vary considerably, so it's important they be repeated 48-72 hours later. ...
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| Panhypopituitarism and Infertility | 2/17/2009 |
Q: Roseff, I am a 31 year old woman who is getting married in a couple of months. I have ...
A: To answer your questions: 1) Theoretically not, since true panhypopituitarism would not allow the ...
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| PCOS and unable to conceive | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I'm diagnoised with PCOS and unable to conceive and have taken fertility treatment with clomid or ...
A: My guess is that you're asking me why you haven't conceived and what to do next. Assuming you've ...
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| IVF symptoms | 2/12/2009 |
Q: This is my first round of IVF and I am on day 9 after 2 day(4 cell) embryos were transferred. On ...
A: Due to the hCG injection, as well as the hormonal roller-coaster of the IVF cycle, it's not possible ...
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| Pregnancy? | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Well I am 13 and a girl.Me and a boy were dancing relly close,stomach to stomach,but I recognized ...
A: The activities you described, IF they were described accurately, shouldn't result in pregnancy. You ...
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| a baby after a tubal | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I HAD A TUBAL 4 YEARS AGO AND AT THIS TIME I HAVE PG SYNTOMS,IF POSSIBLE WHAT SHOULD I DO? TOOK A PG ...
A: I'm not sure if you meant you have a history of a tubal sterilization or prior tubal pregnancy; ...
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| hope u can help me | 2/8/2009 |
Q: hey dr. roseff i was wondering if u can help me. i dont have an apt with my own dr till next week. ...
A: There are lots of different reasons for pain, but pain isn't usually normal. Call your doctor's ...
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| Previous Pregnancy and Infertility | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I gave birth on July 24, and am not breastfeeding due to some issues with a retained placenta, etc. ...
A: You should ask your doctor about the possibility of Asherman's Syndrome or other possible ...
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| getting pregnant | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have been using the nuva ring for about 2 years I was on the nuva ring for 4 weeks then off for a ...
A: Elizabeth, Sometimes the NuvaRing can throw off someone's periods after stopping its use. It's ...
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| infertility-pcos | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with pcos and have undergone many months of fertility treatments. I have not ...
A: Since most board certified reproductive endocrinologists/fertility specialists know that the ...
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| baseline ultrasound & cyst | 1/28/2009 |
Q: You have answered a question of mine in the past, and gave me very good info, so thanks. I have ...
A: There are several criteria used to determine if meds can be started. One of them is residual ...
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| fertility | 1/26/2009 |
Q: i have recently come off cerazette and am finding it hard to conceive. Are there any vitamins maybe ...
A: No vitamins have been shown to improve female fertility. If you're having trouble conceiving, ...
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| provera working? | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I went off birth control about 5 months ago and did not have a period at all. My doctor prescribed ...
A: It's possibly a sign of a Provera "re-set", though not easy to tell without a blood test to look at ...
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| follicles vs cysts | 1/23/2009 |
Q: At what point in the cycle and at what measurements would you consider a follicle to have turned ...
A: There are certain types of "cysts" we expect to see at various points during the menstrual cycle. ...
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| clomid use for multiple miscarriage | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have had 3 miscarriages and have started going to a fertility specialist. They did chromosome ...
A: Are you seeing a board certified RE? I've not heard of recurrent miscarriage being due to a low ...
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| Soy Isoflavones and Clomiphene citrate | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have been placed on Clomid to help with a LPD. I was wondering about the interactions of Clomid ...
A: I'm not aware of any published studies looking at the combination effects of Clomid with soy ...
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| infertility | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I am 32 years old and have PCOS. I first started taking Clomid and Metformin in April 2008 to try ...
A: There's a blood test we do a week after presumed ovulation. It's called a progesterone level, and it ...
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| help plz... | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Some one has blessed me to be able to find this site. I am beyond scared. I am not sure of what just ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problems... I don't recommend taking the Prometrium and Clomid until after ...
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| dont have pcod still not able to conceive | 1/15/2009 |
Q: have got my tubes tested-they have no blockage,my lh levels were high but after being on medicines ...
A: There are *lots* of possible reasons why someone might not be getting pregnant. Sperm needs to be ...
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| Confusing FSH results | 12/4/2008 |
Q: many thanks for looking at this. We have been trying to conceive for 4 years now. This year we had ...
A: FSH stimulates the ovaries to produce estrogen, while the estrogen then "feeds back" to the brain to ...
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| Prometrium & Miscarriage | 12/2/2008 |
Q: my husband and I have been TTC since Nov '06. In Feb '08, we got pregnant. I miscarried in March at ...
A: Progesterone can possibly delay bleeding from a miscarriage or failed pregnancy. It varies and does ...
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| infertility issues with high fsh level | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I am 24 years old and my husband is 23 years old. We have been trying to get pregnant for six years ...
A: For IUI to work, there has to be a sufficient number of good quality sperm available the day of IUI, ...
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| Frequent Periods due to Progesterone Cream | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I take natural bio-identical progesterone cream from day 14-18 of my cycle, but something seems to ...
A: Several pharmaceutical companies produce "natural", bioidentical vaginal progesterone supplements, ...
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| unexplained infertility after 3rd trimester abortion | 10/14/2008 |
Q: Last October, 2007, I had a therapeutic abortion due to a congenital abnormality that was detected ...
A: There are LOTS of reasons why someone may not be getting pregnant, and if you're concerned you ...
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| IVF pregnancy | 10/13/2008 |
Q: Roseff, I just had my first blood test following an IVF cycle which was positive and the HCG level ...
A: Congratulations!!! The hCG level is good. Studies show you can't really tell from the hCG level is ...
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| Clomid and PCOS | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have PCOS and have a daughter. I also had a miscarriage a couple years after we had our daughter. ...
A: As much as you like the doctor, if you have PCOS and insulin resistance (I assume you have IR since ...
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| empty follicle syndrome | 10/8/2008 |
Q: please could you offer any advice as I have undergone 5 cycles of ivf in which levels of E2 and HCG ...
A: Sharon, What you are describing is the "empty follicle syndrome", and this is extremely rare and ...
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| Depo & Fertility | 10/6/2008 |
Q: For a little background information back in 2000 I had my daughter & 6 weeks later I began Depo ...
A: There are LOTS of reasons why someone has trouble getting pregnant. For example, I see many men in ...
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| Clomid and IUI | 10/3/2008 |
Q: We decided to see a fertility specialist after 7 months of TTC. I am 26 and my husband 25. I went ...
A: Glad you asked! First, I want to mention that a cycle day 2 FSH without an estradiol is not ...
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| Hypothyroid and Pregnancy | 9/30/2008 |
Q: Roseff, I am 27 and was diagnosed with a hypothyroid at 22. I went off of the pill last March and ...
A: It's not normal for someone to not have regular periods. Having irregular menstrual cycles can ...
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| no eggs retrieved during IVF attempt | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I am 41 years old and already have 2 children aged 14 and 12 from a previous marriage. After 5 years ...
A: Those levels of LH, FSH, and estradiol are within normal limits for cycle day 3 (in my center). I’m ...
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| artificial insemination | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I am thinking of coming to see you for artificial insemination I am 46 years old; had eggs checked 3 ...
A: I would want to test your eggs myself through my endocrinology (hormone) lab. Most (though not all) ...
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| need a boy baby | 9/25/2008 |
Q: sir im 34yr old, i have 2 baby girl one is 7year old 2nd is 3yr now i cannot take risk for next baby ...
A: There are two scientifically validated methods for having a baby boy, and we offer both of them to ...
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| scar tissue and infertility | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Does scar tissue after a c section have anything to do with trying to get pregnant again because i ...
A: We test our infertile patients to see if they have scar tissue from a prior c-section. Test that ...
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| Help? | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I just have a question thats really confusing me and I need an answer. My last period was the week ...
A: It shows me there's a fair likelihood you did not properly ovulate in August. This can sometimes ...
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| IVF after tubal at 42 | 9/21/2008 |
Q: My husband and I have 4 children and after the last decided to have my tubes tide. He is now 3 and ...
A: The multiple pregnancy rate with IVF varies according to a lot of factors, most of which I don't ...
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| High FSH | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I had a day 3 FSH test a year ago and it was 9.3, now after 3 months on Clomid my day 3 FSH is 10.6. ...
A: Yes, Suzanne, it could - ESPECIALLY if you ovulate normally and regularly by yourself. If a woman ...
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| Should I have Laparoscopy done? | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have done 4 cycles with clomid/IUI. With the first cycle it worked but I had a blighted ovium. ...
A: Since you're not my patient, it's illegal for me to tell you what to do or not do. I can, though, ...
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| HCG Shots and 14 days late | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I have been actively trying for 3 years now, to get pregnant. To no avail.... On August 1st, I ...
A: Consider having a doctor do a blood test to analyze several of your reproductive hormones (including ...
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| clomid/concerns about doctor | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I have been ttc for a year. I tried naturally for six months and then went directly to an ...
A: Sorry to hear you're not happy with your RE. To address your few concerns, in my personal opinion, ...
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| When can I take pregnancy test? | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I've got PCOS and i'm on my second month of clomid 50mg. I always have irregular cycles. On Day 16 ...
A: I think you mean you received an hCG injection, not a progesterone injection. My patients test ...
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| Fertility & Hormones | 8/28/2008 |
Q: My PCP recently referred me to a fertility specialist at my request because I notice that I may ...
A: Those levels are in the normal range for a woman who tests on cycle day 3. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, ...
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| I can't seem to get pregnant | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Me and my fiance have been trying to get pregnant for awhile,and it just doen't look like it will ...
A: Stomach pains can be a symptom of a problem and should be investigated by a qualified doctor. If ...
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| Next Step in Fertility Treatment | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I am 38 and my husband is 40. Since April of this year we have been going through a series of tests ...
A: There's up to a 30% chance that someone with infertility who has no symptoms of endometriosis may be ...
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| How soon can I test? | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Here is myIf the first day of my last period was August 3rd and I believe ovulation to have ouccured ...
A: Most home pregnancy tests show positive (if someone's pregnant) 16-18 days after ovulation. If you ...
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| can I do in vetreo | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I wanted to know if after you have your tubes cut and tied for 12 years now can you do in vetro and ...
A: Yes, someone who had a sterilization procedure 12 years ago may be a candidate for in vitro ...
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| slight bleeding dpo 7 after IUI and clomid, HCG | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I just started fertility treatments with does 50 clomid for 5 days on day 5 of my period. I did an ...
A: I'm concerned about what you wrote. Getting an hCG trigger shot on day 13 ASSUMES that someone has ...
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| When to take Fertomid/Clomid | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I am 26 years old and my husband is 25. We have been trying to conceive for six months now without ...
A: I'm assuming you're not in the U.S., as Fertomid (I believe) is generic Clomid and sold in other ...
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| 2 miscarriages | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I had my first m/c at 9 weeks in Nov 07. The remains from the dnc were sent for biopsy and the ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses.... I was in NJ for 17 years before I relocated my practice to FL. ...
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| Unexplained Infertility | 7/31/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are trying to get pregnant for 16 months now. I am 36 and my husband is 37 years ...
A: While it's illegal for me to tell you what to do next (because that constitutes dictating treatment ...
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| Unexplained Infertility | 7/30/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are trying to get pregnant for 16 months now. I am 36 and my husband is 37 years ...
A: The LH surge causes 2 things to happen: a) It causes the egg, IF it's inside of a mature-size ...
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| Clomid and hypothyroidism | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I am a 27 year old female. My periods have always been irregular. I had 3 rounds of clomid to get ...
A: Glad you asked! Clomid is a drug that is approved by the FDA for helping women who DON'T ovulate ...
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| Unexplained Infertility | 7/27/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are trying to get pregnant for 16 months now. I am 36 and my husband is 37 years ...
A: If someone has an LH surge on day 14, she generally will ovulate on cycle day 15. In my practice, ...
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| Birth Control | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I don't know if I am in the right area but I will give it a go. Hi, as you know my name is Markeisha ...
A: I'm glad you asked. It's NOT normal to have irregular periods at this point in time, and it could ...
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| What should I do? | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I am 22 years old and have been married for 3 years now. I have been trying to get pregnant for a ...
A: I'll bet something hasn't been looked at that may be causing your infertility. Have you seen a ...
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| FSH/IUI | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I am currently seeing an RE and have been ttc #1 for 3 years. I've done many cycles with clomid and ...
A: My average patient starts Follistim around the third day of her cycle and takes it for about a week. ...
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| Nuva Ring Temporary Infertility | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I discontinued usage of the Nuva Ring four months ago & still have not conceived. I know several ...
A: It takes about a month for fertility to return after stopping the NuvaRing. I hope this helps, Dr. ...
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| 31 yr old after "mini menopause" | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I'm a 31 year old female who was on the pill but had to come off it after experiencing menopausal ...
A: After coming off of the pill, someone's body should go back to exactly the way it's supposed to be ...
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| Sex while ttc | 7/20/2008 |
Q: We trying to conceive and the question is which beter we do sex twice daily or once?
A: Intercourse 2-3 times per week generally results in pregnancy over time if someone has no fertility ...
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| Infertility | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I was diagnosed with Complex Hyperplasia with Atypia and a well differentiated adenocarcinoma. I ...
A: FYI - There are TWO components of most birth control pills --> estrogen and progestin. Most pills ...
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| Infertility | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I was diagnosed with Complex Hyperplasia with Atypia and a well differentiated adenocarcinoma. I ...
A: Birth control pills don't typically build a uterine lining, and in fact they are often used to thin ...
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| yet another provera/clomid question | 7/13/2008 |
Q: This question is going to make me sound like a total space cadet but nothing ventured, nothing ...
A: Louise - Absolutely, positively not crazy or spacey.... Your "RE" should have told you all about ...
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| Spotting and infertility | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have been spotting dark for about a week after my period ended. Within that week it stopped for ...
A: Having practiced reproductive endocrinology/infertility for almost 20 years, I say, "never say ...
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| Ovulation Pill use | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I want to go in for tests to determine my fertility and I am currently on the pill. My appointment ...
A: The hormone tests are done on the third day of someone's menstrual cycle. It's best to be off of ...
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| IVF symptoms | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I just had my eighth Ivf, currently in two week wait. I am on Progesterone oil as well as ...
A: The symptoms are meaningless as far as success/implantation. As an aside, most of our IVF patients ...
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| fertility | 7/5/2008 |
Q: IUI what method is usually done as far as putting the patient on fertility medications?
A: Meds used in conjunction with IUI include (and aren't limited to): Clomid Injectable fertility ...
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| Clomid, Ovidrel, IUI | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I have been seeing my RE since February. We have done 3 cycles of clomid and timed intercourse, two ...
A: The number of IUI cycles would depend on several factors, including (and not limited to) the age of ...
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| HCG LEVEL AT 55 | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I had an IUI procedure on June 13th. Today I had my blood test done and it came out that my HCG ...
A: An hCG level of 55 two weeks after IUI is within the normal range for pregnancy. Checking the level ...
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| ivf | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I recently did ivf and implanted 2 3 day embryos(grade 1 & 2). My hcg levels are not doubling as ...
A: Sorry to hear your news.... To answer your questions: 1) It shouldn't affect your future fertility. ...
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| bleeding after ovulation & progesterone | 6/25/2008 |
Q: My problem is that I start to spot/bleed as soon as I ovulate and then usually it lasts until I ...
A: To answer your questions: Did I take the first progestrone too late to work on this cycle? ==> ...
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| Progesterone levels? | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I had a short luteal phase last cycle, only 9 days. It was the first cycle I kept track of when I ...
A: Progesterone peaks about 7 days after ovulation; before that, it's on its way up, and after that its ...
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| Femara and Dexamethosone | 6/21/2008 |
Q: my husband and I have been TTC since Nov '06. I finally got pregnant in Feb '08 but m/c in March. ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Femara is used for someone who doesn't ovulate normally without ...
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| IVF in your twenties | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I am currently 26 years old (soon to be 27) and diagnosed with unexpalined infertility. I had ...
A: The success rate of IUI or IVF depends on LOTS of factors, including (and not limited to) the age of ...
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| Secondary Infertility | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have one child and have had one miscarriage. My husband and I began trying to conceive again as ...
A: You need to see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. He/she should be able to offer you ...
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| Not Conceiving | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Did all kind of test.I am Normal & my Hus also has got a good count.I used to get my periods in ...
A: Depending on your age, it may take up to a year of trying in order to have success. Some women ...
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| fertilaty | 6/13/2008 |
Q: iv been sexually active for 5 years im 18 years old and a reasonably healthy female although as an ...
A: Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine PERSONALIZED/Individualized ...
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| Ovulation or Anovulation | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I’m 25 years old, I recently had an abortion in December 2007. About one week after the abortion i ...
A: Glad you asked! One can NOT diagnose polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) based on just an ...
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| zocor and fertility | 6/11/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are trying to conceive again after having a healthy baby in 2006. No luck after 7 ...
A: Zocor and Tricor don't have an impact on male fertility. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm ...
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| delayed menstruation after miscarriage/d&c | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I experienced a miscarriage at 9 weeks and underwent a d&c 3/14/08. Today is 6/8/08 so its been 12 ...
A: No, it's not usual and it's not normal to go this long without a period after a D&C. You need to ...
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| hormones after m/c | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I just got my CD3 hormones results back. It was my first AF after early m/c (5weeks) Prolactin ...
A: Those hormone levels are absolutely normal. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) ...
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| Low Progesterone level, 7 DPO, Short Luteal Phase | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I am a 26 year, 10 month, female, trying to concieve our first child. I have been off BCP & using ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your loss and that you feel the way you do. Have you considered stress ...
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| abnormal hormone levels | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I am 33 years old and 125 pounds. I suffer from endometriosis and infertility. I have successfully ...
A: Salivary hormone levels are notoriously inaccurate and unreliable. Sorry to hear you had them ...
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| Irregular Period after Stopping the Pill | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I stopped the pill in March. Since then I had my normal "pill period" March 1-3...I got my regular ...
A: It's important to have hormone testing to find out why your periods are irregular. Don't be nervous ...
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| ovulation studies | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have asked about ovulation studies on 29.05.08. My ovulation studies report on the 14th day says ...
A: Those ultrasound findings suggest mature follicles, but it's absolutely impossible to say without ...
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| Ovulation Studies | 5/29/2008 |
Q: (asked about duphaston on 22.05.08) I have taken clomid 100mg from day2 to day6 of my cycle and I ...
A: Cycle day 11 is still somewhat early for follicle development on Clomid 100 mg. Some women don't ...
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| Blighted Ovums 3 in a row | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I am 30 yrs old mother to one 10 yr old.I have been trying to have another child for almost 3 yrs ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your losses. There are MANY reasons for recurrent pregnancy loss, and it's ...
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| hormone surge after nuvaring discontinuation? | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I am planning on discontinuing my Nuvaring contraception next month in the hopes of conceiving as ...
A: I'm not aware of any increase in fertility the month after discontinuing the NuvaRing, Ashley. Each ...
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| clomid | 5/25/2008 |
Q: i have been trying to conceive carelessly for about a year now and decided to prescribe clomid for ...
A: The symptoms you described may be due to hormonal changes. These type of changes can come from ...
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| IUI | 5/24/2008 |
Q: what is the % or chances of me having an IUI done @ my age wich is 24 diag. with PCOS of getting ...
A: If sperm is ok, and the PCOS is "under control", and the IUI is done at the right time when a woman ...
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| Ovulation Induction and BMI | 5/23/2008 |
Q: Dr Roseff, Thank you for taking the time to read and answer this. I have annovulatory PCOS. My ...
A: You should NEVER feel like a fool for asking questions. Don't feel intimidated! I can't tell you ...
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| duphaston | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I have asked about duphaston on 19.05.08.This is the 4th day on clomid 100mg and my follicular ...
A: Some women ovulate by the 15th day of their menstrual cycles, but many women do NOT ovulate by day ...
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| Duphaston | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I am aishat a Medical lab tachnologist.I am not conceiving after my last missed abortion, doctors ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss. If Clomid 50 mg gets someone to properly ovulate, then in general ...
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| trying to get pregnant | 5/18/2008 |
Q: I wanted to know that if you are very over weight does that cause you to have problems in getting ...
A: While some morbidly obese women do indeed conceive without problems, being significantly overweight ...
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| IVF | 5/14/2008 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I had retrieval on 4/22, and had 5 days transfer for 2 eggs. on 5/8, we had beta hcg ...
A: Progesterone levels can fluctuate, so that's ok if it was 93 once and 91 a different time (as long ...
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| can i have a baby | 5/11/2008 |
Q: this is the only category i thought this question could fit under.. the only way to ask my question ...
A: It's not normal to have irregular cycles, Kelli. Therefore, it's critical to see a qualified ...
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| trying to concieve for over 9 months with no luck | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I am 25yrs and have had 4 abortions (3 induced-not for medical reasons and 1 incomplete ...
A: Abortions can potentially cause scar tissue inside the reproductive tract (uterus, and rarely ...
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| Can't seem to get pregnant | 5/8/2008 |
Q: We have been trying to get pregnant for 2 years and I have been on Clomid for 5 months now at 50 mg ...
A: If your husband has a low sperm count, then intercourse may not work. Have you been having ...
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| trying to have a baby | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I had my tubes tied in 2000, had them untied in 2005 tried for almost a year to get a positive but ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss.... You should strongly consider seeing a board certified ...
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| IVF next month | 5/6/2008 |
Q: Roseff, I am having my first IVF next month. After trying for 18 months, 4 failed IUI procedures ...
A: Once stimulation starts, my patients are told not to exercise. They can meet with our certified ...
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| Cycles after fertility treatment and multiple pregnancy | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I had hypothalamic amenorrhea (very low estrogen levels) for 1.5 yrs before doing one cycle of ...
A: It's variable and therefore not predictable whether or not your periods will come regularly, ...
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| tryin to have a baby | 4/25/2008 |
Q: and about 3 or 4 months later i got pregnant and i had an abontion and now its been a year and a ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I suggest you see a board certified reproductive ...
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| Low FSH on Day 21 | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I am writing because I am 30 years old diagnosed with PCOS and have been on clomid 100mg and than ...
A: Estradiol and progesterone can suppress (LOWER) FSH, so if those hormones were high then an FSH of ...
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| Low FSH on Day 21 | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I am writing because I am 30 years old diagnosed with PCOS and have been on clomid 100mg and than ...
A: One can't interpret an FSH level without looking at an estradiol and progesterone blood level at the ...
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| Endometriosis | 4/20/2008 |
Q: In 2006, I was at a fertility clinic as i was trying to fall pregnant. The doctors said that i had ...
A: Sometimes endometriosis comes back after treatment and sometimes it doesn't. The only way to know ...
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| tubes tide | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I have my tubes tied 7 years ago and I had my period in march 10 for a day which I usually have it ...
A: Yes, it's possible. Call your doctor right away and have a sensitive pregnancy test done, as if ...
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| chlomid for me low sperm count for him! | 4/18/2008 |
Q: my partner and i have been trying to conceive for around a year now, i have 2 children from a ...
A: There are many factors that determine the chances of conception, and I don't know those factors ...
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| Is this a Thin Endo - should I be concerned | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I'm 30 years old and TTC. Been trying for about 7 months now. I had a scan for PCOS a few months ...
A: The lining can vary month to month. Also, when we measure it to see if it's OK for pregnancy ...
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| not ovulating | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have been using ovulation kits for 2 months and according to them I am not ovulating. I have ...
A: Some may not have a positive test on an ovulation kit but she may be ovulating. The kit picks up ...
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| Diluting Novarel | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I have the standard 10,000 unit vial of Novarel. I am suppose to take 2ML injections 4X. How many ML ...
A: It's not a matter of how many ML you need to inject each time from the vial you already put the 10 ...
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| fertility | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I got married in nov'2005.we were trying for past 2 years but it fails.8months before i'v taken ...
A: The diagnosis of PCOS is a complex one and an important one. If someone has PCOS it can have ...
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| unsucsessful iui | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I had an iui performed on march 10 and 11 using frozen donor sperm. All of the preliminary tests ...
A: We perform pregnancy testing about 14 days after IUI. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach ...
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| Very High level of FSH | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I am 33 male,main problem is Azoospermia (0 sperm count, only some pus cells), my FSH Level is 41.6, ...
A: In many cases, men with an FSH of 41 aren't producing sperm. Someone with Azoospermia and a high ...
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| Low estrogen | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I am a 40 yrs old and ttc. I am just starting, but I am concerned due to my age. And want to do ...
A: You need to see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist instead of an OB. An RE is specially ...
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| was I fertile? | 3/19/2008 |
Q: my DH and I had sex on march 7th and I started my period on march 11th. He did not use a condom and ...
A: The likelihood of conceiving when having sex 4 days before menses is low. Hope this helps, Dr. ...
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| Embryo quality | 3/17/2008 |
Q: Dr. Roseff--my daughter is 31 with the following history: 5 iui's (2 Clomid, 3 Follistim)--1 ...
A: Most 31 year olds have quite good embryo quality. While any decent embryo has "a chance", the ...
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| lh surge | 3/16/2008 |
Q: im mother of 1 and trying to conceive.For the past 3 months used opks and detected surge in each ...
A: There are several possible reasons an LH surge can last for 5 days. These include, and aren't ...
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| Amenorrhea, hot flushes-23 years old | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I suffered from anorexia from 16-20. I have since gained weight (5'3'' 122 lbs) and recovered from ...
A: Yes, it's possible to have low estrogen and not be going through menopause. Yes, it's likely ...
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| force myself to ovulate! | 3/14/2008 |
Q: and I also had a miscarriage in 2006.is there any over the counter medicine or herbs that can force ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your problems to date. There aren't any OTC treatments that help women ...
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| Timing of Intercourse | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I have always done a good job at timing intercourse but it hasn't always worked. For the 7 months ...
A: BBT temps rise after ovulation has taken place, Tina. The egg can still be fertilized for 12-24 ...
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| egg shell question | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I am 30 yrs old. In 2003 I delivered beautiful, healthy twin girls, the result of 3 ivf cycles. We ...
A: I'm not aware of anything that has been proven to "soften" a hard zona pellucida (shell). Have you ...
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| My periods are "on hold" | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I was on the pill for about 8 years and after returning from South America in 2006 I was sick for 4 ...
A: Antihistamines can potentially affect ovulation. It's NOT normal and it's NOT healthy to go much ...
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| Implantation and miscarriage | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I have a question about implantation and increased risk of miscarriage. I have heard that ...
A: Implantation in the uterus doesn't occur until an average of 1 week after ovulation/conception. ...
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| vivelle dot & pregancy | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I have been prescribed the vivelle dot .50 for peri menopause but still want to conceive a second ...
A: I can't advise you since you're not my patient and it's illegal to give advise to someone not under ...
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| Estradiol | 3/7/2008 |
Q: At 7dpo I had an Estradiol of 111 and my DR said it was low. Does that mean I don't have mature ...
A: At 7dpo, and E2 of 111 pg/ml is a normal level. Consider seeing a board certified RE.... Dr. ...
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| Follistim, Ovidrel, progesterone supps. effects | 3/4/2008 |
Q: My husband and I went through a cycle of injectables and IUI without success. Since we've been ...
A: It can happen as a result of prior injectables, though it can be due to other things such as (and ...
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| ectopy and fertility | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I am 20 years old and my partner of 2 years and i have decided to start a family. I recently found ...
A: Cervical ectopy doesn't generally affect one's fertility. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center ...
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| IVF donor egg psychological dimension | 2/28/2008 |
Q: Are you familiar with or can you direct me to any recent research on the psychological dimension of ...
A: I'm sorry, Stu - I don't have information on this. Perhaps you can send your inquiry to the ASRM ...
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| im scared | 2/27/2008 |
Q: my name is elaine and its been exactly a yr and 2 months since ive had an abortion,nov,06, i took ...
A: Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is more commonly due to a hormone imbalance and not commonly due to ...
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| follicles and retrieved eggs... | 2/26/2008 |
Q: My wife and I live in San Francisco and are in the middle of our 2nd IVF treatment(first resulted in ...
A: The stimulation protocol does indeed have a lot to do with how many eggs are ultimately retrieved. ...
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| Novarel and Ovulation | 2/25/2008 |
Q: At 7dpo my estradiol was 111 and progesterone was 10.41 (unmedicated) My DR. has put me on Novarel ...
A: When Novarel is given AFTER ovulation, the medication stimulates the corpus luteum to continue to ...
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| what should i do for low hcg level | 2/24/2008 |
Q: i hav irregular periods and my period is due on 16 and today is 24 when i did a home pg test its ...
A: If your blood level of hCG was 20, then at least in the U.S. that would be consistent with a ...
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| Clomid | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I just started my first round of Clomid and totally forgot to ask my doctor if it's ok to still work ...
A: Sorry, it's up to your doc, and since I'm not him, I can't tell you what you should or shouldn't do. ...
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| Lupron timing | 2/20/2008 |
Q: Dr. Roseff--you answered my question a few days ago about my 31-yr.-old daughter. I don't know if ...
A: Melinda - If a woman has a progesterone level of 7.8 during an unmedicated (natural) menstrual cycle ...
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| IVF Protocol Questions | 2/18/2008 |
Q: Dr. Roseff--My daughter is 31, with five failed iui's (one chemical pregnancy) and one failed ivf ...
A: If I understand you correctly, your daughter's progesterone level was 7.8, at which time they wanted ...
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| missed period? | 2/16/2008 |
Q: so i had a child on may, 16 2007 and i had a c-section and so for about three months my cycle was ...
A: so you need to see your gynecologist to tell the doctor your period is irregular and your doctor ...
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| ovarian cyst! | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I am 21 and just found out that I have a cyst on my right ovary. My husband and I have been trying ...
A: There are lots of reasons for being 3 weeks late for a period. One of them is pregnancy. Another ...
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| POSSIBLE INFERTILITY | 2/13/2008 |
Q: MY NAME IS JASMINE AND I RECENTLY GOT MARRIED AND HAVE WANTED TO START A FAMILY, THERES SOMETHING ...
A: I personally think the whole cervical mucous issue is over-rated. See how things go when you are ...
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| Stick with Metformin, or try Clomid? | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Roseff, I am 30 years old, active and normal weight, and was diagnosed with PCOS shortly after ...
A: When you came off the pill and had irregular periods, did you have blood tests to find out WHY you ...
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| clomid | 2/9/2008 |
Q: After 3 clomid cycles(50mg,then 100,then 150) had U/S on day 13 to find 1 large follicle and ...
A: Please confirm that you moved up to 150 mg because you didn't properly ovulate on the lower doses. ...
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| infertility | 2/7/2008 |
Q: When taking prometrium (progesterone) in suppository form, is it true that your period should not ...
A: Prometrium, IF started before you truly ovulated, can potentially block ovulation. IF started after ...
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| Regarding the Baby Asprin | 2/5/2008 |
Q: After 5 yrs of my marriage, I was preganant with twin babies but got m/c after 16 weeks. Now I am ...
A: Some doctors say it conveys risk while others find it conveys little risk. As with anything, there ...
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| ovidrel after ovulation | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I had my first visit to the fertility dr and had just ovulated on the 25th and perscribed an a shot ...
A: Ovidrel (hCG) can increase the output of progesterone from the ovary after ovulation. For various ...
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| hcg not doubling but there is a heartbeat | 2/2/2008 |
Q: i started bleeding 3 days ago just a little spotting went to the doc and they ordered a hcg test my ...
A: The hCG level should rise more from 2775 to 2778 unless those levels were drawn the same day. ...
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| No period/ want to concieve | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I am 28 and had a normal period until I had my daughter in '01, then went on birth control pills ...
A: Your doctor can do some tests to see why your hormones are out of balance. If you have insurance ...
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| pcos ,t tc and progesterone cream | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have pcos and trying to ttc for 2years, I've told by my gynecologist that I have slightly high ...
A: Over the counter progesterone cream (without a prescription) is generally unregulated by the FDA and ...
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| infertility | 1/26/2008 |
Q: does floxetine effect on male fertility
A: It may cause erectile dysfunction. But no, it doesn't affect fertility per se to my knowledge. Dr. ...
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| pregnant | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I'm asking you this question because i've been reading your other answers and it seems like you are ...
A: If someone has 28-30 day menstrual cycles (that number of days in-between her periods), then I tell ...
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| HELP. | 1/22/2008 |
Q: Can you have a surgery to get you tubes untied after they have already been tied by a laser? -please ...
A: If a laser is used on a fallopian tubes, then the laser would create heat/thermal damage and ...
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| Pregnant? | 1/20/2008 |
Q: Can Hypothyroidism cause HCG levels to not register on a a pregnancy test?
A: Not that I'm aware of. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine In ...
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| infertility | 1/19/2008 |
Q: one of my friend has a problem he has zero sperm count. is it possible that it can improve and he ...
A: There are many different causes of a zero sperm couunt, and your friend needs to see a qualified ...
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| Vaccine | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I just fund out yesterday that I am pregnant. Unfortunately, I had some vaccine injection the day ...
A: We don't have the Hepatyrix vaccine in the United States, so I don't know about its risks. You MUST ...
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| Spotting before period | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I am trying to concieve and started to monitor my ovulation. I noticed that I am getting my ...
A: Bleeding that starts a week before a true period can be due to many things, including (and not ...
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| Few questions-thyroid | 1/15/2008 |
Q: my husband and I are both 30 yrs. old. We have been trying to conceive for about 2 yrs now. He had ...
A: Radioactive iodine can potentially affect sperm for a few (around 2) years after treatment. If his ...
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| infertility | 1/13/2008 |
Q: My wife is 32 year of age and has irregular periods beside high FSH level on 2nd day.pleas let me ...
A: It depends on how high her FSH level is. Make sure she sees a board certified reproductive ...
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| Pregnant with twins after ovarian cyst burst | 1/11/2008 |
Q: About three months ago I had an ovarian cyst burst. But when I went back to my ob/gyn for a check up ...
A: A ruptured cyst doesn't increase the odds of twins. Congratulations, and good luck! Dr. Roseff, ...
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| fertillity after deppo? | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I used the deppo shot for about 2 years, stopped and took 1 more shot a few months later. Decided ...
A: It can take up to a year after coming off of Depo-Provera for a return to fertility. It's possible ...
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| trying to get pregnant | 1/6/2008 |
Q: i have been off the pill for over a year now. i just got back aug.31 from a west pac (im in the ...
A: Welcome back. See a fertility specialist. Your best bet is a board certified reproductive ...
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| Cervical Dysplasia and pregnancy | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a question, I have had cervical dysplasia for 3 years now. It has always been mild but, I ...
A: Yes, Beverly, there is reassurance. If, however, you think you should have conceived in a ...
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| thin lining | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I have just found out i am 6 weeks pregnant. This is great news as we have been trying for nearly 3 ...
A: Congratulations on your pregnancy! A pregnancy sac and fetus are usually seen at 6 weeks gestation ...
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| 21 day progesterone level | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I'm 32 yrs old, G1P1 and trying to have #2! I am suspected (by U/S) to have a luteal phase delay ...
A: Luteal phase delay can't be diagnosed on ultrasound. Also, if a woman has regular/normal menstrual ...
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| clomid | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I was taking clomid for 2 cycles and the didnt take it during my November cycle. I just found out I ...
A: Yes, taking Clomid can possibly induce ovulation to occur the following cycle after taking it. ...
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| Progesterone levels | 12/26/2007 |
Q: I read on your sit somewhere that "Any doctor can call himself a fertility specialist. That must be ...
A: com, I'm sorry to hear about your losses.... I can't speak for your doctor as to why he/she didn't ...
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| Low Temps | 12/24/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I am 32 and my husband is 39. We have been trying to conceive for 18 months. I have been ...
A: I tell my patients NOT to take their temps, as it can be inaccurate, misleading, and generally ...
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| miscarriage after 8wks of pregnancy (had iui) | 12/19/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I am 23yrs old and have pcos. My husband and I were trying to conceive for the past 3yrs, ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss.... A pregnancy without a heartbeat at 8 weeks gestation is a failed ...
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| Hormone Levels | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have been dealing with irregular hormone levels for about 2 years now and it's getting more ...
A: The tests you listed must be done on the second, third, or 4th day of your period. Doing them in ...
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| Perimenopause or breastfeeding? | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I just turned 46 yr old and trying to conceive our 2nd child. We conceived easily the first time. ...
A: Certainly, breast feeding can change one's menstrual cycles, as can aging into one's mid-40's. It's ...
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| low hcg but heartbeat | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I have been communicating with my OB but I still wanted to get another opinion... I have had a ...
A: I would suggest you seek another opinion on the ultrasound just to be sure. A heartbeat of 160 per ...
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| IUI | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I've just had my first IUI (with the aid of Serophene and HCG injections) and would like to ask the ...
A: You should ask your doctor what he/she wants you to do since I shouldn't be the one who gives you ...
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| Problems Getting Pregnant | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I am 30 years old and have never been pregnant. I have been off of the birth control pill for 9 ...
A: Over the counter progesterone cream does nothing so don't waste your money. Sometimes menstrual ...
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| periods | 12/6/2007 |
Q: i have regular periods but they occur every 5 weeks rather than every 4. i have been trying for a ...
A: It's possible (though not likely) to be pregnant and have negative pregnancy tests at home, so ...
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| Could I be pregnant? | 12/4/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are in process of fertility treatments, IUI. This is our third cycle, and with the ...
A: It's possible but unlikely. If you are more than 3 weeks after ovulation but haven't bled yet, you ...
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| after lupron only one period | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I had my last lupron shot sometime at the beginning of May. I had one short 5 day period the last wk ...
A: You need to notify your doctor, Crystal. It can take up to 3 months since that last injection of ...
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| Underactive Thyroid, Absent Periods, and trying to concieve | 11/30/2007 |
Q: Hope you can offer me some advice but since I started trying to concieve near the end of August my ...
A: Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine PERSONALIZED/Individualized ...
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| infertility | 11/28/2007 |
Q: for my husband . we are trying to figure out what kind of doctor do you see to get a sperm mobility ...
A: Either one should be able to have the sperm test done. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach ...
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| general fertility signs | 11/27/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I have read many of your answers on this site and you often say that irregular periods ...
A: Menstrual cycles can vary between 26-32 days. Anything shorter or longer than that can possibly ...
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| AM I PREGNANT | 11/25/2007 |
Q: MY LAST NORMAL PERIOD WAS ON NOVEMBER 12, 2007. MY PERIOD LASTS FOR 5 DAYS AND COMES EVERY 23 DAYS. ...
A: It is possible. Good luck, Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine ...
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| i need help!! | 11/22/2007 |
Q: I need some input. I have normal 27-28 day cycles every month. I had sex 14 days after the first day ...
A: Sorry, but there's no way to predict your odds of pregnancy. Sincerely, Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm ...
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| trying to concive | 11/13/2007 |
Q: i have been trying to get pregnant for 6 months without success. i have no health isuses but i am 2 ...
A: Yes, being overweight by two stones can potentially be an issue. Also, it's not normal to ...
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| POS and Clomid | 11/10/2007 |
Q: Today I turned 21 years old. I have got married a year and a half ago. Before marriage (and after), ...
A: If your menstrual cycles are irregular, that's not normal and may indicate a hormone imbalance that ...
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| fetal demise | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Oct 15th I delivered our baby who died in utero. I was nearly 16 wks along. After 2 1/2 wks of ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You should have testing to find out WHY the baby died BEFORE ...
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| IUI | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I am a 30 year-old woman who has been married for 2 years but so far no baby yet.My husband and I ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. The answer to this depends on the source of the bleeding. After ...
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| IVF Question | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I just had three 8-cell, grade one embryos transferred yesterday on 11/2/07. I do have proven ...
A: Embryos "float around" in the uterine cavity before they implant. They may implant the day of the ...
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| PCOS and TTC | 11/2/2007 |
Q: We have been TTC since Jan 07. I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2003 (Irregular periods skipping upto 3 ...
A: If you do indeed have PCOS, it can have serious medical as well as reproductive repercussions. It's ...
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| spotting | 11/1/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff- I have been charting my temperature for the past 8 months, but have not been trying to ...
A: My patients who start bleeding 11 days into the luteal phase (or earlier) are generally treated for ...
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| spotting | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff- I have been charting my temperature for the past 8 months, but have not been trying to ...
A: I like my patients to have at least an 11 day luteal phase. Vitamin B6 is of no value in this. ...
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| Impact of taking Clomid even if PCOS is not convincingly confirmed. | 10/29/2007 |
Q: Presently, I am 26 years old female and I always have had normal periods (yeah every 28 to 32 days ...
A: One should not be treated as having PCOS unless she has or likely has PCOS. PCOS has certain ...
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| want to more children | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Hey, I have a Thyroid problem(doctor said so) but me and my husband would like to have more ...
A: If you're asking what besides a pill helps with thyroid problems, only the doctor who is taking care ...
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| Hcg shot and IUI | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I took clomid, 50 mg, days 3-7. By day 13, I went to my RE for bloodwork and an ultrasound, which ...
A: Sorry Rachel - Since I couldn't know why your RE did your IUI at that time, you would need to ask ...
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| clomid | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I have been taking clomid for 3 cylces to try to get pregnant with my second child. With my first ...
A: There's really not much of a difference in Clomid success rates when taken days 3-7 vs. 5-9; it's a ...
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| period | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I have been off the pill for almost 3 years now. My period still lasts only 2-3 days. I was ...
A: Every woman is different a certainly a period may only last for 2-3 days. Before you try and ...
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| Irregular Cycle and want to become pregnant | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I am 25 yr old.My husband is 27 yr old. I am having irregular periods. It comes between 30 to 40 ...
A: It's important to find out WHY you don't have regular periods. Once this is determined by a ...
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| miscarriages | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I'm 39 with 2 children 14 and 15 both premature by a month. both are very active and healthy. My ...
A: It's very hard to believe there's nothing on testing. For example, what did your new husband's ...
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| Pregnancy after two miscarriages | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I am 27 years old, my husband is 28. We were blessed with our son almost four years ago. I had ...
A: See a qualified fertility specialist for testing to find out why you've lost multiple pregnancies ...
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| infertility | 10/21/2007 |
Q: I'm a 39 year old women with 5 children ages 12, 10, 8, 8, and 3. My husband and I have been trying ...
A: There are many potential causes of infertility. Sperm, for various reasons, can change over time. ...
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| adenomysis,diagnosis | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I have a question for you. I am 45 years old and am about to undergo Donor Egg IVF. I have 5 ...
A: I'm sorry your RE didn't do donor egg IVF - There are MANY centers in the US that have extremely ...
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| sonohysterogram | 10/19/2007 |
Q: i have a short cycle of 25 days and i ovulate around day 10 i am trying ...
A: A sono HSG needs to be done before ovulation takes place. Hope this helps, Dr. Roseff, Director - ...
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| Prednisolone | 10/15/2007 |
Q: if you have any information inregurds to Prednisolone and helping with the prevention of ...
A: There are very few instances in which prednisolone may help in preventing miscarriage, especially in ...
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| Only 28 years old and have high fsh of 24 | 10/13/2007 |
Q: After almost a year of trying to get pregnant, i went to a doc and received the shocking news that i ...
A: Dr. Soules in Seattle is well respected (www.seattlefertility.com). Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director ...
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| Infertility | 10/12/2007 |
Q: Is it possible that a small cervical Os can cause fertility? I have regular . I had a cryo due to ...
A: I prefer to be addressed by Dr. Roseff. A small os isn't generally a problem. Cryo can cause ...
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| Worried about not ovulating | 10/11/2007 |
Q: Please help I had a miscarriage loosing twins on the 15th August this year. I was 7 weeks pregnant. ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss. There are MANY reasons for cramps and pains other than ovulation. ...
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| blood test | 10/7/2007 |
Q: i am a 29yr old female who has had 2 miscarriages and one failed ivf.i am about to go on a trip to ...
A: I'm not aware of any blood test for genetic disorders that is "illegal" in the U.S. If you find out ...
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| Is it possible to Ovulate twice? | 10/4/2007 |
Q: Okay I've got a dumb question.. Well a couple: Is it possible for me to Ovulate on CD 8? I NORMALLY ...
A: I don't place much emphasis on cervical positioning and EWCM, as they can change in relation to ...
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| ivf hormone levels | 10/2/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff--I wrote you on 9/28 about my 30-yr-old daughter undergoing 1st ivf. To answer your ...
A: While I can't tell you if she should have a retrieval or not or cancel the cycle, I can tell you ...
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| Ibuprofen and ovulation | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I have been using opk's for three months and usually get a positive opk at around CD16 - 17. This ...
A: Ibuprofen can indeed potentially block ovulation. If you're concerned whether or not you did ...
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| Hypothalamic amenorrhea | 9/29/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff- I had my levels checked on day 3 after a progesterone induced bleed. They were: fsh ...
A: Clomid is generally a very poor choice for women with HA, no matter how it's prescribed. Femara ...
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| ivf hormone levels | 9/28/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 30 yrs. old, on IVF #1 after 5 failed iui's (one chem. pregnancy). Her protocol is ...
A: While I can't speak for your daughter's reproductive endocrinologist, I can give you a broad ...
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| Luteal Phase Spotting | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I have been charting for over a year now. I tried to get pregnant for 8 months after going off the ...
A: It's impossible (and illegal) for a doctor to diagnose your condition from afar, but your condition ...
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| help please | 9/23/2007 |
Q: Progest: around 30 I have always had normal peroids every 28 days like clock work they have only ...
A: Lots of possibilities here! Some include: a) If someone has regular periods and just takes Clomid ...
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| falling pregnant | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I have Irregular periods and my doc has put me onto provera and clomid as well, she said to take the ...
A: Most women get a period within 10 days of finishing the Provera. Good luck, Dr. Roseff, Director - ...
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| PCOS and clomid | 9/21/2007 |
Q: i was diagnosed in january with PCOS. i am not ovulating and have an appointment with gynaecologist ...
A: You should consider seeing a board certified RE (who may be more of an expert in the diagnosis and ...
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| Spotting and Progesterone | 9/20/2007 |
Q: My husband and I have been seriously trying to conceive since May 2007. Every month, i tend to begin ...
A: In general, non-prescription progesterone cream is useless. Prescription progesterones (such as ...
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| Estrodal? | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I had blood tests to check fertility done. I had my blood taken and my doctor said the results were ...
A: What day of your menstrual cycle was the estradiol level checked on? Was it in the U.S. or other ...
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| Hydrosalpingogram Test Results | 9/16/2007 |
Q: , thanks for your time. I had an hsg 2 weeks ago, and was told by the radiologist that my tube had ...
A: Since I haven't seen your HSG films and you're not under my care, I can't give you a diagnosis and ...
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| Getting pregnant | 9/15/2007 |
Q: Me and my fiance are trying for a second child, we have a 5 year old boy and I had two terminated ...
A: To answer your questions, Doreen: Most women ovulate about 14 days before their next period begins. ...
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| Clomid and the incressed chance of having twins | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I have a question regarding increasing your chances of having twins. My husband and I have two ...
A: I tell my patients they have about a 10% chance of a multiple pregnancy on Clomid, but you should ...
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| sergeant mother | 9/13/2007 |
Q: my name is christy hargrove i am 22 years old and i have pcos i cant have kids and i was wondering ...
A: Christy - Most 22 year old PCOS patients can have children. Please call my office at 561-333-8232 ...
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| Concieving | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I have a question. Is it possible for a man and woman to have sex 1 time during a month and the ...
A: While unlikely, the answer is yes. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive ...
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| chances of getting pregnant | 9/10/2007 |
Q: Last year december i had an abortion which i definetly regret. I ve been trying for a baby since ...
A: Although I'm not practicing gynecology (just infertility), I believe that some women get yeast ...
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| Follicle sie & Pregnancy | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I was on 50mg (not sure), clomid day 3-5. My follicle on day 10 measured 10mm and on day 12 it was ...
A: The quality of the egg indeed depends on the follicle size (and vice verse). I can't tell you your ...
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| 2nd opinion | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I would like to get a second opinion. My new obgyn told me my hubby and I should have intercourse ...
A: Glad you asked. If you're using an OPK, have intercourse the night of the positive test and the ...
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| PCOS, tubes tied, odds of being pregnant | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I am a 25 year old mother of 3 children. I was diagnosed with PCOS about 8 months ago. I had a tubal ...
A: It's possible to conceive after a tubal ligation (though not common), and if this happens it can be ...
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| provera | 9/2/2007 |
Q: hi im 26 and suffer from pcos i have just finished a course of provera 10mg three times a day for ...
A: It may take up to 2 weeks after finishing Clomid to menstruate. If it doesn't happen, ask your ...
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| Clomid | 9/1/2007 |
Q: My husband and I have been trying to have a baby for two years. We both have a child with other ...
A: With multiple negative home pregnancy tests, the likelihood of pregnancy is low but not zero. It's ...
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| Hormones after Myomectomy | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I recently had one pedunculated intracavitary fibroid removed via hysteroscope. After the surgery ...
A: I can't speak for your doctor's intentions, so I'll just give you a broad generalization which may ...
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| clomid | 8/28/2007 |
Q: i am trying to get pregnant last 18 month. Specially last 4 month go through the ovalution tracking ...
A: You need to have your doctor find out why you have all of this spotting. Sometimes it indicates a ...
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| clomid | 8/27/2007 |
Q: i am trying to get pregnant last 18 month. Specially last 4 month go through the ovalution tracking ...
A: Sometimes it's normal to spot around ovulation. Remember that Clomid is designed for women who ...
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| BECOMING AN EGG DONOR | 8/25/2007 |
Q: I LOVE BEING A MOTHER AND I WOULD LOVE FOR OTHERS TO EXPERIENCE IT AS WELL I NEED MORE INFORMATION ...
A: Please feel free to visit our website at: www.reproendo.com/eggdonation.htm Good luck, Andrea, Dr. ...
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| Cant get pregnant,please help | 8/24/2007 |
Q: Question Hi I been married for 3 years never on birth control, my periods are regular every ...
A: Lara, While I can't tell you if you need surgery or not, you MUST follow-up on the findings you ...
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| irregular periods | 8/23/2007 |
Q: i have two kids a 2 year old and a one year old. i had irregular periods ide have a period every 10 ...
A: Short cycles sometimes make it harder to conceive and can also increase the odds of miscarriage. I ...
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| could i be pregnant | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I was two days late for my period and it only lasted for three days and throughout the whole three ...
A: Yes. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine PERSONALIZED/Individualized ...
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| Secondary Infertility | 8/21/2007 |
Q: My husband and i were dx with unexplained infertility after ttc for 8 years and suffering two etopic ...
A: I can't speak for your doctor (Reproductive Endocrinologist???), but I like to induce a period ...
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| clomid after methotrexate | 8/20/2007 |
Q: .shortly after i mascarried..although i also had to have a dnc..that didnt work so about near the ...
A: I don't know the dose or your other history. Therefore, you need to ask your doctor how long you ...
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| Provera and Clomid | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if it is okay to use Provera after you have your period. My doctor prescribed me ...
A: Most women who are given Provera are given it to bring on a period. If you had a period on your own ...
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| Pregnancy after tubal ligation? | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I had a tubal ligation 4 years ago and uterine ablation last year due to abnormal and heavy ...
A: Since pregnancy is not totally unheard of after tubal ligation and uterine ablation, and since a ...
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| short luteal phase despite tx | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I have 1 son that we conceived naturally. We have been trying for 2 years for our 2nd child. I ...
A: Most RE's believe that a defective luteal phase may be due to a defective follicular phase. ...
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| fertility | 8/12/2007 |
Q: Both my wife and I had our first shot (of three) for Hepatitis B this week, and the doctor gave up ...
A: Why would a doctor give conflicting information??? The CDC has guidelines for vaccination in ...
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| Why might have I be having trouble getting pregnant | 8/10/2007 |
Q: can you tell me why I have been unable to get pregnant?
A: I hope this makes sense to you. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine ...
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| luteal phase | 8/8/2007 |
Q: My husband and I have been tying to get pregnant for 2 years now. Before taking medications I had ...
A: Starting a period 10 days after ovulation is considered a short luteal phase, and that may not be ...
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| Period | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I don't know if this related to the topic but here's theMany of my friends look at my hair or on top ...
A: it's impossible to tell if someone has her period by looking at her head/hair. I think there's a ...
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| fertility after egg donation | 8/5/2007 |
Q: I completed an egg donation cycle in may 07, had a menstrual cycle june4th, and july 18th. we are ...
A: Have your doctor check to see if you have a left-over, persistent cyst on your ovary. If so, that ...
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| question about missed pregnancies | 8/4/2007 |
Q: First off, thank YOU so much for this service! I am 30, healthy, regular cycles and my husband and I ...
A: Sensitive pregnancy tests should pick up an early pregnancy before a missed period, especially a ...
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| fertility after egg donation | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I completed an egg donation cycle in may 07, had a menstrual cycle june4th, and july 18th. we are ...
A: An egg donation cycle in May, with subsequent periods in June and July, should not throw off a ...
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| ovulation and lh surge | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I have been charting and doing ovulation predictor kits. The kit is recording a LH surge, but my ...
A: A progesterone level of 10 ng/ml indicates ovulation took place. We tell our patients they should ...
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| Use of Clomid with multiple miscarriage? | 7/31/2007 |
Q: I have had 4 miscarriages now and all have happened around the 6th week of pregnancy. We have had ...
A: Good for you for questioning this, Jennifer! Indeed, Clomid CAN be used to increase progesterone ...
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| accurate progesterone | 7/30/2007 |
Q: 2 questions... - I took Clomid for the first time last month b/c my day 21 prog test showed a ...
A: Lee. Make sure your doctor finds out why you were bleeding despite having a high progesterone ...
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| Trying to get pregnant after birth control. | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I'm sure you get this question alot, maybe not. Well here is my question. I have a 15 moth old that ...
A: Breastfeeding can possibly lower the odds of getting pregnant and may increase the risk of ...
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| Luteal Phase Defect | 7/28/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I have had 3 misscarriages and Was told that I have a luteal phase defect. What exactly is a ...
A: A luteal phase defect is defined as either: a) less than 11 days from the LH surge to the day before ...
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| infertility | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I HAVE BEEN ON METFORMIN FOR 2 MONTHS NOW. I HAD INTERCOURSE 1 DAY BEFORE MY PERIOD CAME. MY PERIOD ...
A: Anything is possible, Michelle. If you think you may be pregnant, have a sensitive pregnancy test ...
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| bicornuate uterus | 7/25/2007 |
Q: My husband and i have trying to get pregnant for about 1 year now. After years of being told that i ...
A: There's a pretty good explanation at several medical websites. One of them is ...
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| ovulate without HCG shot? | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I have PCOS and was put on clomid (unsuccessfully). For the last 7 days, I was on gonal-f and was ...
A: In my experience, about 25% of patients ovulate on injectable fertility drugs without the hCG shot ...
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| accurate progesterone | 7/23/2007 |
Q: 2 questions... - I took Clomid for the first time last month b/c my day 21 prog test showed a ...
A: It's highly abnormal to bleed on day 20 and have a progesterone level of 22 two days later. ...
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| Pregnant after Follistim | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I am currently pregnant after my first round of follistim/HCG. I'm 24 and my diagnosis was ...
A: The odds are good. I hope your progesterone levels are good, too. Good luck, and congratulations! ...
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| Progesterone Level | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I had a progesterone test at day 21 of my cycle. According to my BBT charts, I ovulated about 2 days ...
A: A progesterone level varies and can not be used to diagnose pregnancy. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, ...
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| help | 7/16/2007 |
Q: i just got off birth control and my periods might began irregular how can i found out when i ...
A: It's fairly common to have an irregular cycle the month someone comes off birth control pills, but ...
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| abdominal myomectomy | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for about 2 years now, and when my husband and I decided to seek ...
A: Can't tell you what to do, since that's illegal (you're not my patient). It would be wise to seek a ...
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| ovualtion | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year. I have been charting my temp since Jan 07, this ...
A: While it's impossible for me to pinpoint your timing, I can give you some basics. The ovulation kit ...
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| abdominal myomectomy | 7/12/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for about 2 years now, and when my husband and I decided to seek ...
A: Fibroids don't generally affect fertility unless they are located inside the uterine cavity or they ...
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| hcg and tubal | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I recently found out I was pregnant on day 12 past ovulation after using Clomid/IUI. My HCG # was ...
A: There's no way I can diagnose ectopic/tubal pregnancy without your being here. I can give you ...
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| Miscarriage and HCG | 7/9/2007 |
Q: To make it short I was preg,they could find nothing on 6 week ultrasoud anywhere,hcg levels going ...
A: While I can't say what happend to you with any certainty, (since you're not under my care), I can ...
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| infertile? | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I know this isn't the best thing to do, but I've been having unprotected sex for the last.. 5-6 ...
A: Infertility is defined as the inability to have a successful pregnancy after having regular, ...
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| high fsh/low estrogen | 7/6/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I haven't had a period in about 4 months. I decided to try traditional chinese medicine. The ...
A: It's illegal for me to tell you if you should take (or not take) any medications. I can tell you, ...
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| period--cycle | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I have started my period at 10:30 at night...very light. Do I count today as Day 1 of my cycle or ...
A: I use midnight as the cutoff for my patients, so if her period starts today at 10:30 PM, then today ...
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| Changing menstrual cycle affecting fertility? | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I am 35 and been trying to conceive for 6 months. Three months ago I had a miscarriage at 4.5 weeks ...
A: First, following a miscarriage such as the type you experienced, one needs to have a blood hCG level ...
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| Could I be pregnant with my period | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I had my period on June 6th and it last only three days the I get it on June 29th and only bleed for ...
A: Yes. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine PERSONALIZED/Individualized ...
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| infertility/Clomid | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I am 37 years old and have been trying to conceive for 1.5 years. After 6 months, all of the usual ...
A: A progesterone level of 11.6 ng/ml is not low at all. Clomid can have potentially negative effects ...
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| Hormone testing | 6/30/2007 |
Q: my doctor has advised me to have some blood taken so that my estrogen, FSH, progesterone, etc levels ...
A: It's valid to do the test on day 2, 3, or 4. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center ...
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| bleeding problem???? | 6/29/2007 |
Q: hallo i m manasa..i m 21yrs old female... before during periods i hardly used to get stomach and ...
A: What you described sounds abnormal, and I encourage you to contact your doctor at once to go over ...
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| Short luteal phase& Spotting | 6/28/2007 |
Q: i have been TTC since December '06 with a break from March to April. My cycles are typically around ...
A: Bleeding daily from 7 dpo or so until menses is not at all conducive to getting and staying ...
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| pregnancy after Asherman's | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I recently had a hysteroscopy to repair Asherman's Syndrome caused by one of two D&Cs for a missed ...
A: It's possible but unlikely. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive ...
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| progesterone levels | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have a history of ectopics. Infertility has been a horrible struggle for me. I am just done with ...
A: Progesterone levels of 16 are not all that unusual on assisted reproduction (IVF) cycles; While ...
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| irregular periods | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I am sonu.i got married in nov 2005.I am an Indian but now residing in Kuwait wth my husband.Its ...
A: The underlying cause of your irregular cycles must be taken care of! It's not normal to skip ...
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| infertility? | 5/27/2007 |
Q: l'm amost 18 and l've never had regular periods, i get them less than 5 times a year and i first got ...
A: There are many causes of irregular periods, and it's not normal or HEALTHY to have irregular ...
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| pregnancy | 5/26/2007 |
Q: i am 24 years old.my last period started on the 22nd of april 2007, i was expecting my next to start ...
A: it is possible vikky. contact your doctor and ask to have a sensitive pregnancy test done. if it is ...
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| Infertility Problem | 5/25/2007 |
Q: We now been married for 10 month and working hard to make baby, my age is 36 years and my wife is 24 ...
A: so full testing should be done. You've included some test results herein showing low sperm ...
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| Cyst burst during ovulation time | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I had an ovarian cyst on my right ovary and after two menstrual cycles,it burst during ovulation ...
A: It's possible. Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine ...
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| please help | 5/21/2007 |
Q: i am 21 years old and me and my husband have had unprotected sex for 16 months and i still haven't ...
A: Yes, you should both see a qualified fertility specialist for testing. Good luck! Dr. Roseff, ...
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| Trying to Conceive | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I am 27 years old with a 4 yr old daughter. We are trying to conceive our second baby from this feb ...
A: It's NOT normal to spot for a week before one's period. Since this type of bleeding can indicate ...
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| pregnancy | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I had a misscarriage more than a year ago and since then my period has not come on a regular basis. ...
A: Everything is not fine. It's absolutely, positively NOT normal to have irregular ...
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| infertility | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am 31 years of age and in Dec 99 had tubes cut and burned. I am curious if there is a reversal ...
A: The option of having a tubal reversal depends in part on HOW MUCH of your tubes were burned. A ...
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| pregnancy and exercising | 5/16/2007 |
Q: I am 32 old married woman.My last period started on may 1st 2007 and lasted for 6 days.Normally I ...
A: "Normal exercise" has not been shown to have an impact on someone trying to conceive. The typical ...
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| tubaligation | 5/15/2007 |
Q: i am like a week and a half late with my period. I had a tubal 6 years ago. I was wanting to know if ...
A: A pregnancy is still possible after having had a tubal sterilization. Despite the negative home ...
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| conceiving | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I am aged 26 and my husband is 30 age and now it is 2 years three months after our marriage (on Jan ...
A: I believe you've essentially asked 2 questions here, and I'll respond to them: a) Why the failed ...
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| Exersice | 5/13/2007 |
Q: I am trying to concieve, I do 30 minutes of fast running on the treadmill ev.day, Is it ok for me to ...
A: For some women, "excessive" exercise can be deleterious to fertility, and for others exercise is OK. ...
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| infertility | 5/12/2007 |
Q: doctor i"AM a 33 year old gynecologist from India, married for 5 years now.i'm having right ...
A: While I can't tell you what to do with YOUR hydrosalpinx (because it's illegal to give medical ...
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| procheive on CD 17 or 3DPO? | 5/11/2007 |
Q: Let me say first that I'm not seeing an RE and I know that's terrible, but I really couldn't afford ...
A: My patients start progesterone about 3 days after ovulation. If one starts it before ovulation, it ...
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| Follistim | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I was diagnosed with hypothalamic amenorrhea after much testing. I have extremely low estradiol ...
A: That estradiol level is common in women with hypothalamic amenorrhea. The success rate of ...
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| ovulation question | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I have a little concern, and was wondering if you could help me. My husband and I are trying to have ...
A: Since your periods are irregular, I suggest you seek professional assistance sooner rather than ...
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| invitro | 5/8/2007 |
Q: My husband has very low sperm count. His sperm are also misshaped (heads to small or to large) I had ...
A: As a board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist, I can't tell you how many (unfortunately) ...
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| Follicles | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I had a 24mm, 2 22mm, and several 18mm follies as well as tons of smaller ones on Monday (4/30). ...
A: Most women with multiple large follicles won't ovulate without an hCG trigger shot -- What made your ...
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| hCG numbers/rates | 5/4/2007 |
Q: My daughter has stage III endo and is under care of a Reproductive Endocrinologist. After a lap in ...
A: Realize that almost anything is possible.... Actually, if we consider the first beta of 11, and if ...
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| Heart beat | 4/30/2007 |
Q: my husband and I have been trying to conceive for 3 years now. We have been on AF for the last 12 ...
A: ! Unfortunately, rising levels don't always predict a definite heartbeat. As I mentioned before, ...
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| Can the fetal twins have different development rate? | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I had IUI done on 3/17 and 3/18 with 2 eggs ready. The transvaginal ultrasound on 4/13 showed 2 yolk ...
A: When there's an early twin pregnancy with different growth rates seen, there are generally a few ...
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| Gential tuberculosis | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have finished my chemotherapy for gential t.b, had taken it for 9 months? I suffer from ...
A: 1. Yes, that can still be a problem. 2. You should see a board certified reproductive ...
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| Progesterone/Clomid | 4/24/2007 |
Q: My OB/Gyn recently rx'd me with Progesterone (50mg twice a day) for 5 days - and also an rx of ...
A: Day 1 is the day someone's period starts. The day after that is day 2, and the day after that is ...
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| TTC | 4/22/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I don't have problems with infertility but my husband does. We are currently trying to ...
A: Sure it's possible to fail even if someone is inseminated at the right time. Factors for this can ...
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| Trying to concieve | 4/19/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are trying to have a baby and we have sex all the time. But nothing seems to be ...
A: Lubricants can interfere with sperm. One, called Pre-Seed, tends to be more "sperm friendly". ...
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| 2 miscarriages, 36 hour periods and still not pregnant 1 year after second miscarriage | 4/17/2007 |
Q: I really hope you can help me. My first pregnancy ended in a fetal demise at 12 weeks and I had a ...
A: Ask your doctor if you should be checked for Asherman's Syndrome. Good luck, and you should most ...
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| Chemical pregnancy | 4/16/2007 |
Q: my husband and I have been trying to conceive for 3 years now. We have been on AF for the last 12 ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses. Often, the color of the HPT doesn't correlate with the "strength" ...
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| Artificial Insemination | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I am a healthy 23 yr old with no past pregnancies and no known fertility issues. My husband had a ...
A: Without any fertility problems, the average 23 year old has about a 10-15% chance (per try) of ...
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| salpingectomy | 3/30/2007 |
Q: i have been diagnosed with a hydrosalpinx in left tube,which doc says he wants to remove by ...
A: Sometimes scar tissue can be cleaned up, and other times it can cause irreversable damage. Since ...
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| Infertility | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive for the past two yrs now and have not been successful. We are ...
A: While I can't diagnose your problem from afar (without seeing you), there are several possibilities. ...
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| Slow Rise in HCG VERY early on | 3/27/2007 |
Q: Good Morning, I have been struggling with infertility off and on for 12 years (took a break and ...
A: Your hCG levels don't seem to be totally off base here. Over the years, I've seen several patients ...
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| HRT follow-up question | 3/26/2007 |
Q: This is in reply to the last question (HRT and hypothalamic amenorrhea). I am on the vivelle dot 0.1 ...
A: If I recall, you wrote that your blood estradiol level was low while on the Vivelle. Perhaps it's ...
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| HRT | 3/24/2007 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with hypothalamic amenorrhea with very low estradiol levels (below 20). My DR ...
A: Dr. Roseff, Director - Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine In Wellington, Florida; ...
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| thyriod trying to have a baby | 3/23/2007 |
Q: i had a misscarr a week ago i was only a week or 2 i had one 15months ago at 12weeks i have a 4year ...
A: im sorry to see you had miscarriages you said you have a thyroid issue which is a hormone disorder ...
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| Infertility | 3/20/2007 |
Q: I wonder if you can help me. I fell pregant two months after trying. I thought it would take ...
A: and no. It's "good" you conceived, but it's "bad" that it's thought to be ectopic. Once this is ...
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| Clomid, HCG shot and progesterone | 3/18/2007 |
Q: I have been prescribed clomid 50mg from days 2 to 9, a HCG shot on day 14, and 200mg of progesterone ...
A: Glad you asked. I see several potential "issues" with what you wrote. First, Clomid is usually ...
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| after a year and half were to go next | 3/17/2007 |
Q: My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for about a year and a half. I am to the point ...
A: You can try an ovulation predictor kit to time intercourse. BBT's are often inaccurate. Lubricants ...
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| Could i be pregnant? | 3/14/2007 |
Q: "I suffer from polycistic ovarian syndrome. My period used to arrive about every 3 months. When i ...
A: As an aside, women with PCOS are at an increased risk for having diabetes, and one of the symptoms ...
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| clomid | 3/12/2007 |
Q: I do at home insemination each cycle though a sperm bank in Washington. I heard before that each ...
A: In my professional opinion, my patients don't use Clomid unless they "need" to. I use Clomid for ...
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| Trying to get pregnant | 3/9/2007 |
Q: We've been trying to get pregnant for 8 months. Because I'm 35, my doctor suggested an HSG and a ...
A: A cyst can be one reason for not getting a period. Consider having your doctor check to see why ...
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| could i be infertile? | 3/8/2007 |
Q: but am not sure how long i had it for. I quit taking birth control in September. Now i am trying to ...
A: It can take more than one month of trying to become pregnant. However, given your history of ...
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| What's wrong? | 3/7/2007 |
Q: We had done 3 IUI in the past 4 months. Every IUI, my RE told us that I had good size egg (over ...
A: Ovulation occurs an average of 36 hours after hCG trigger, so that's when we do our IUI's here at ...
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| Removal of adhesions | 3/6/2007 |
Q: I have just had a laporoscopy, hysteroscopy and D&C with dye test. They found a cyst on one ovary ...
A: The likelihood these will improve your odds of pregnancy depends on what the likelihood is that ...
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| Clomid | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I got a positive this past saturday for ovulation, I'm on clomid 50mg and I started getting cramps ...
A: Clomid can cause cramps, yes. If you think your cramps are very strong, however, something else may ...
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| tubal ligation and Pregnancy | 3/4/2007 |
Q: and thank you in advance. My question is, how possible is it to be pregnant after having your tubes ...
A: There's a possibility of pregnancy after having one's tubes "tied" or banded. Pregnancies that do ...
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| Confusing diagnosis | 3/3/2007 |
Q: I was diagnosed with PCOS by a reproductive endocrinologist who has now taken back the diagnosis. I ...
A: Hypothalamic amenorrhea and PCOS are VERY different entities. They have different underlying causes ...
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| miscarriage | 3/2/2007 |
Q: I have suffered 11 miscarriages. THe longest was 10 weeks. I have pcos and saw a new RE. I was told ...
A: It's controversial as to whether EVERY patient with PCOS should be on Glucophage or just SELECT ...
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| chances of pregnancey after tubalization | 2/28/2007 |
Q: i had a tubal about 6 years ago and regret it my husband and i want to get pregnant and i was ...
A: The only way besides reversal is via in-vitro fertilization (IVF). With IVF, a woman's eggs are ...
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| Ovulation | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I am 34 years old, and my husband and I have been trying for 14 months to concieve our 4th child. My ...
A: Some doctors count "continuous" spotting as day 1, while others call "bleeding" (even if light) day ...
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| Sac problem | 2/26/2007 |
Q: We've been in and out of fertility treatment for about 8 yrs. We have a had one successful ...
A: A pregnancy that isn't connected to the inside of the uterus is called an ectopic pregnancy, and ...
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| Difficulty conceiving | 2/24/2007 |
Q: Myself and my partner have a 4 year old child. For the last 4 months we have been trying to conceive ...
A: It's not normal to have 20 day cycles. Consider seeing a board certified reproductive ...
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| Infertile? Ammenhorrea serious concern? | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I am a very healthy, 5'6'', 110-115 lb. 25 year old female. I eat very nutritiously and exercise ...
A: It's not normal and not healthy to not menstruate regularly (unless someone is on medications to ...
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| Pre cum | 2/22/2007 |
Q: I am 26 years old and do not have pre cum. I have masturbated and had sex many, many, times and I ...
A: I'm not aware of any good, published studies showing that "pre-cum" is critical for getting ...
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| getting pregnate | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I had been on birth control for 9 years (pill form). I just heard that you are only supposed to be ...
A: As a broad generalization, no, one isn't supposed to be on birth control pills for a maximum of 3 ...
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| Hormone Problems | 2/19/2007 |
Q: I have always had long and irregular cycles (usually 6 weeks apart or longer). Most doctors and GYN ...
A: and it's imperative you obtain a proper diagnosis (for health and reproductive reasons). Also, ...
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| Prometrium and PCOS | 2/18/2007 |
Q: I had originally thought I had hypothalamic amenorrhea but saw an RE and was diagnosed with PCOS. ...
A: For a diagnosis of PCOS, one either has to have signs/symptoms OR elevated blood levels of male ...
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| Scar Tissue, C-section & Secondary Infertility | 2/17/2007 |
Q: I saw one of your previous answers where you indicated post-C-section scar tissue could be a ...
A: I don't know what the incidence of scarring is after C-section, but know it can potentially be an ...
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| getting pregnant | 2/16/2007 |
Q: my husband and i are trying to have a third child. The problem is i have gone for my annual exam and ...
A: Putting anything in the vagina too soon after a colposcopy with biopsy can possibly cause an ...
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| illness while TTC | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I had an early miscarriage recently. I know that I ovulated while in the midst of a stomach virus ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss, Melodie. Yes, infections are a potential cause of miscarriage. ...
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| cervical mucus, etc. | 2/14/2007 |
Q: My fertility doctor put me on Clomid because I do not ovulate regularly and have long cycles. I ...
A: Cervical mucus is a rough indicator of what's going on, and some women have good mucus gut can't ...
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| Fertility questions | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I actually have a few questions. I hope that is okay. 1. My doctor ordered some blood work done ...
A: 1. You'll have to ask your doc why only a TSH was ordered (I can't speak on his/her behalf), but I ...
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| HSG | 2/11/2007 |
Q: I've had my right tube removed and my docs say my left one is blocked Im going to have a hsg done in ...
A: The chances depend on whether your tube is blocked via scar tissue or spasm or debris. Some of ...
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| I Need Help!! | 2/10/2007 |
Q: I am very concern.. I got my tubes cut and tide about 3 years ago..Now I haved missed a perdiod..I ...
A: It's still a small possibility of being pregnant after having tubes tied. Also, if someone is ...
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| Progesterone/Clomid | 2/9/2007 |
Q: I am 33 and have a history of irregular cycles since puberty. My cycles started to become normal in ...
A: Someone who has periods 6 weeks apart or longer has something else going on other than a luteal ...
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| Endometiosis | 2/5/2007 |
Q: I was diagnoised with endometriosis in Aug '05. What are my chances of getting pregnant? How often ...
A: If your doctor can't answer your questions to your satisfaction, you should consider seeing a doctor ...
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| Question of Fertility | 2/4/2007 |
Q: My sister is 45 years old. A fertility clinic in Seattle is obtaining eggs from a donor woman who ...
A: The success rate of donor egg IVF depends on each, individual program, so you will have to ask HER ...
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| provera | 2/3/2007 |
Q: 3 days after i start bleeding for 7 days and it stop. two days after i had intercourse and i started ...
A: It doesn't sound normal to me, but you should discuss this with your doctor, Vernonica. Dr. Roseff ...
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| 2 Ectopic pregnancies | 2/2/2007 |
Q: The first ectopic was in 1995, and was in my right tube. The second ectopic was in 2007, and they ...
A: It's obviously hard to say from afar what you should do re: IVF or no IVF. As a broad ...
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| 2 Ectopic pregnancies | 2/1/2007 |
Q: In 1995, I had my first pregnancy, which resulted in an ectopic. I had one shot of methotrexate ...
A: Most fertility specialists believe that once someone has had TWO ectopics in the same tube that the ...
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| ovulation | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I took clomid on cycle 5-9 and on cycle day 10 I had a D&C to remove a uterine polyp. I am not sure ...
A: It shouldn't. Good luck, Dr. Roseff - PERSONALIZED/Individualized Successful care by a Board ...
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| are we both infertile(Please Help me) | 1/30/2007 |
Q: Well I m really sorry. I gave you some wrong information. Heres my husband's test result. His ...
A: Some specialists consider the 7% normal forms as somewhat low, and you may want to investigate this ...
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| suggestions for conceiving | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I'm 33 years old and have been trying to get pregnant for 9 monhts now. I've had 2 previous ...
A: It sounds like you're doing some of the right things. Make sure to take enough folic acid. Be sure ...
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| having a baby | 1/24/2007 |
Q: I'm trying to get pregnant I already have 2 boys. But there 2 years apart and I never took birth ...
A: As far as I know, the sex of the child is not predicated upon the man's age. Some people just seem ...
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| Estradiol Valerate | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I posted on here a few months ago regarding hypothalamic amenorrhea with multifollicular ovaries. My ...
A: Clomid is not the drug of choice for women with hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), as it can often ...
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| pregnancy after medical abortion | 1/19/2007 |
Q: Roseff, I am 25 years old. Two years ago i had a medical abortion (i was 6 weeks pregnant).Now my ...
A: Abortion has the potential for causing an infection and/or scar tissue in the uterus. This doesn't ...
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| ovulation | 1/17/2007 |
Q: i have PCOS and do not menstrual cycle on my own, how ever my body always respond to provera. I am ...
A: Most of my PCOS patients are able to have a child or children. The best advice I can give you is to ...
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| Progesterone | 1/14/2007 |
Q: I have a question I have had over 10 miscarriages and I just started seeing an RE about 3 months ago ...
A: Progesterone is a hormone produced by the ovary in early pregnancy to help implant and sustain a ...
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| Feeling sick after HSG | 1/13/2007 |
Q: I just had an HSG done this afternoon and I've been nauseous and have vomited twice. Is this normal ...
A: It's not normal, and you should notify your doctor. Just to let you know - You shouldn't use this ...
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| Diane 35 | 1/11/2007 |
Q: I've recently start bc pills called Diane 35. My doctor mentioned that once I start them I have to ...
A: I've frankly never heard of a situation whereby someone who started birth control pills (such as ...
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| concerns with progesterone supplements | 1/10/2007 |
Q: This is my first cycle using Prochieve 8%. I used it 3 days past ovulation for 12 days, took a home ...
A: Ask your doctor if it's possible you simply didn't ovulate or may need a blood test to see if you're ...
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| whats going on? | 1/8/2007 |
Q: i am a 22 year old female who has a 1 year old child, i have breastfed her and i still breastfeed ...
A: I think you're trying to ask me why you haven't had a period. There are many reasons for not having ...
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| One last question | 1/7/2007 |
Q: Dr. Roseff- Thank you very much for taking the time to answer my questions. My body fat percentage ...
A: Low body fat can be a cause of HA. Some women are just pre-programmed, however, to have irregular ...
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| Femara | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I have two quick questions as follow up to my last post: 1. I did not respond to 100 mg of generic ...
A: 1. Yes. 2. Yes. 3. Yes. It depends on the underlying cause of the H.A. If it's due to poor eating ...
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| Amenorrhea | 1/1/2007 |
Q: I am a 25 year old woman with a history of eating disorders (bulimia and anorexia) (not of long ...
A: Glad to hear that you are eating better. It sounds like you should see a board certified ...
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| Ovulation and Menstration | 12/30/2006 |
Q: Greetings. I noticed that I had a very irregular menstural cycle, so I learned about NFP, and ...
A: It's not normal to menstruate every other month, Samantha, and a qualified healthcare professional ...
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| HSG | 12/29/2006 |
Q: Could you please tell me how HSG's are performed? I wanted to know if its painful and also if tubes ...
A: As a broad generalization, an HSG is done in an x-ray facility. An instrument is inserted into the ...
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| Getting pregnant | 12/28/2006 |
Q: Roseff, I am 34 years old and my husband and I are trying to conceive. We have been trying for 2 ...
A: There are lots of different kinds of cysts, and if you had one on ultrasound, don't you think a ...
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| HCG trigger shot | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I had my HCG trigger shot at 10:00 pm on 12/24/06 (day 13). It didn't hurt and I was not at all sore ...
A: The hCG trigger shot doesn't have to hurt. As for the discomfort, while it sounds like ovulation, ...
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| miscarriage - next step | 12/26/2006 |
Q: I just miscarried at 6 weeks ( I was on progesterone adn baby aspirin) - quesiton is - I m/c on Dec. ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss.... It's generally recommended that one take a month's break after a ...
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| Am I pregnant? | 12/24/2006 |
Q: My fiance and I would love to have a baby. I stopped taking birth control April 20th 2006 and it is ...
A: The birth control pill that stopped last April should not affect someone's cycle the following ...
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| Heartbeat without gestational sac | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I went for my first ultrasound at 6.5 weeks recently and saw 2 heartbeats. The first one had a ...
A: Although I'm not an ultrasound expert, I don't believe it's possible to have a heartbeat without a ...
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| pregnancy after ablation | 12/18/2006 |
Q: I have read your responses to other questions that are similar but was wondering I had a ablation ...
A: If a lining is too thin, a pregnancy may not implant and/or may miscarry. A 5 mm lining can ...
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| Going on clomid again | 12/15/2006 |
Q: For my first child it took 6 months of trying without any medication and on the third month of ...
A: Clomid is generally prescribed for women who don't ovulate regularly or normally. Does this pertain ...
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| ovarian cysts | 12/13/2006 |
Q: Are you knowlegable about ovarian cysts or PCOS and their complications? Before I ask a question, I ...
A: I am an expert in the modern diagnosis and treatment of PCOS. Dr. Roseff - ...
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| 10-11 day luteal phase | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I have a 10-11 day luteal phase. My husband and I tried to conceive for a year, then when we ...
A: A 10 day luteal phase sounds short. Given that, along with your history of miscarriage, you may ...
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| blocked tubes | 12/10/2006 |
Q: I had a daughter almost eight years ago. Now my husband and I want another baby, we tried for over a ...
A: If your tubes are blocked where the enter your uterus, for example, sometimes it may be possible to ...
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| hCG change | 12/9/2006 |
Q: I recently lost four pregnancies now I am pregnant with the next. My hCG was 59, then 83 2 days ...
A: Sorry, but it's unlikely if your hCG level has actually dropped. Since a pregnancy can be in the ...
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| infertility | 12/8/2006 |
Q: i have been being treated for infertility for 3yrs I have pcos. I've tried clomids they were ...
A: and it's impossible (and illegal) for me to diagnose your condition without seeing you. If you're ...
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| PCOS?? | 12/6/2006 |
Q: I have a question. My period has been somewhat irregular for the past year or so (before has has ...
A: PCOS is diagnosed based on a history, physical examination, and testing. Since I have little to ...
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| why clomid | 12/5/2006 |
Q: My husband was diagnosed erectile dyfunction and sperm count was low, so we cannot conceive ...
A: Some doctors give Clomid to women to "boost their fertility", but the effect is generally minimal at ...
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| When to start taking clomid | 12/4/2006 |
Q: As of today I'm on day 7 of my provera. My question is when do I start taking my clomid, before I ...
A: You will have to ask your infertility specialist, but in general one does NOT start Clomid until ...
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| Followup to clomid and fertility monitor | 12/2/2006 |
Q: I had an ultrasound after asking the question about clomid/fertility monitor. As it turns out, I ...
A: A 3.3 mm lining is a very thin one and not generally thick enough to support a pregnancy. I ...
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| Ovulation/Chlomid | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I am on my 1st round of Chlomid. My OB/GYN said I had low progest. (tested 8) on day 23. Said I ...
A: A progesterone level of 8 ng/ml indicates ovulation did indeed occur. If your doctor thought you ...
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| oc pill | 11/30/2006 |
Q: After my lap, the d.r. discovered a hemorragic cyst and advised me to take diane - 35 for three ...
A: No, in general it's not normal. Contact your doctor right away and find out why your period is so ...
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| Fertility Monitor and Clomid | 11/29/2006 |
Q: 1. Does clomid increase only FSH or LH as well? I have heard conflicting information on this. 2. If ...
A: 1. It increases mostly FSH. 2. High fertility doesn't generally exist for 10 days, so I would ...
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| Try to Conceive | 11/26/2006 |
Q: No I waited to go on a treatment and just used the patch for about 3 months then went on Lupron in ...
A: If your doctor "burned" the endo, then one would "assume" it was treated at the time of surgery. If ...
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| short luteal phase - and doctors | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I have one child - no problem getting pregnant with charting. This time I have been charting for 5 ...
A: It's up to you whether or not to see an Ob/Gyn or a true infertility specialist (Board Certified ...
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| infrtility | 11/20/2006 |
Q: If both the partners hae the same blood group is there any complexity to conceive?m in need
A: No, there's not. Dr. Roseff - In Wellington, Florida; PERSONALIZED/Individualized Successful care ...
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| tuberculosis | 11/19/2006 |
Q: I have been trying for so long to ask my question, I would be really grateful if u would do the ...
A: board certified reproductive endocrinologist, and may even require advanced treatments such as IVF ...
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| trying to conceive | 11/18/2006 |
Q: me and my husband have been trying to conceive for almost two years and haven't been able to. I have ...
A: consider seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist instead. I don't recommend Ovulex or ...
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| can u become immune to clomid can I be pregnant progesterone only 4.2 | 10/15/2006 |
Q: I have been seeing specialist for years but until recently I have never confirmed ovulation. I was ...
A: If someone ovulates properly on Clomid, then the package insert says something like there's no ...
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| Infertility | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I just stopped my last injection of Follistim 75iu for 7 days and then 25iu for the next 2 days. On ...
A: I believe that ovulation occurs about 20% of the time on a stimulation cycle when hCG trigger isn't ...
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| ORGASMS | 10/13/2006 |
Q: I ONCE WAS TOLD THAT WHEN TRYING TO HAVE A BABY IF A WOMEN HAS AN ORGASM BEFORE THE MAN THEN THERE ...
A: Sorry, not true. Dr. Roseff - PERSONALIZED/Individualized Successful care by a Board Certified ...
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| Pregnancy after Nuvaring | 10/11/2006 |
Q: both boys. I have been on the NUVARING for a year now and i want to conceive. I removed the ring ...
A: Ovulation may take place the cycle after the ring is removed. Most women ovulate about 2 weeks into ...
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| Ovulation predictors and HRT | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I am currently on estrogen treatment for low estrogen relating to weight loss (I have had no periods ...
A: Estrogen doesn't usually suppress LH. The absense of periods can be due to low LH levels from the ...
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| ovulation | 10/8/2006 |
Q: I have been trying too get pregnant for almost 16 months now, I have gone through 2 minor surgeries ...
A: Ovulation typically occurs an average of about 14 days before your period starts. This can change ...
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| Question | 10/7/2006 |
Q: next month I will be trying to concieve via sperm donation though a bank in Washington. I've never ...
A: I strongly believe women who ovulate normally without Clomid should generally not take it, as taking ...
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| Clomid | 10/6/2006 |
Q: I completed my fourth cycle of clomid. First month, 50mg, second 75mg,third 100mg and then two ...
A: There are many possible reasons for not responding to Clomid. For example, if a woman ovulates on ...
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| pcos and clomid | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I was diagnosed with pcos 3 months ago. I was put on clomid. I did 50mgs last month and 100mgs this ...
A: The success rate with Clomid depends on many different things, including (and not limited to) the ...
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| Followup to ovulation induction question | 10/2/2006 |
Q: You said that a doctor should not put a woman with hypothalamic amenorrhea on estrogen shots because ...
A: You shouldn't stop treatment based on anything I've said, as I don't know your history, haven't ...
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| fertility | 9/30/2006 |
Q: I realize your expertise statement says all aspects of "female" infertility but I can't find the ...
A: One of the first things we look at is the male partner because a sperm analysis is a relatively ...
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| metformin and menstration | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I have endometriosis as well as PCOS, and have been taking metformin 500mg 1/day for 8 days. My ...
A: It varies, but can take from 3-6 months for metformin (at the proper dosage) to induce ovulation. ...
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| men taking clomid | 9/27/2006 |
Q: my question is do you think that men can take clomid? And if so do you know what u have to do to get ...
A: Some men do take Clomid, which is usually prescribed by a qualified urologist. If he has no/low ...
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| Ovulation Induction | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I have recently been diagnosed with hypothalamic amenorrhea along with multicystic ovaries based on ...
A: Clomid induces ovulation in about 20% of women with hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA). It's not the ...
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| hcg shot | 9/25/2006 |
Q: I am also having a second IUI tommorro mornning.On my last cycle before I was refered to the ...
A: Yes, it's possible to ovulate before the hCG injection. This is why we follow our patients closely ...
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| Fertility | 9/24/2006 |
Q: Dr, Roseff: Yes, I have had the sperm test done. My motility was at 40%, which I understand is ...
A: I can't tell you if your wife should or shouldn't take Clomid, as that consitutes dictating medical ...
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| infertility? | 9/23/2006 |
Q: I have been taking antidepressants for years now. I have also been trying to conceive for the past ...
A: While there are some animal data suggesting lower fertility rates when given antidepressants, I ...
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| Fertility | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I am a 35 year old male, who does smoke, and my wife is a 31 years old. We have no medical ...
A: If you haven't had sperm testing, it needs to be done. Is she being monitored on Clomid to make ...
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| 1 Live Birth, Now 2 Miscarriages | 9/21/2006 |
Q: Roseff, I've just gone through my second miscarriage. This one occured on 9/16 at 5.5 weeks. My ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your losses. There are MANY potential reasons for miscarriage, and it may ...
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| Infertility/ Fertility | 9/19/2006 |
Q: How long after taking provera should I expect my period to start? And if my period doesn't start ...
A: The average woman starts to bleed within a week of the last Provera pill. Sometimes it takes a bit ...
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| Infertility/ Fertility | 9/16/2006 |
Q: I have PCOS and I have one child and now my husband and I are ready to start trying for another. I ...
A: It's impossible to predict. Most women who will concieve on Clomid, though, do so within less than ...
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| infertility: what are my options for conceiving? | 9/15/2006 |
Q: i'm 35yrs old with no kids. i've been trying to conceive now for about 6 months now. my menstrual ...
A: Your options depend on your diagnosis for infertility. Since I don't know your diagnosis (as it's ...
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| hcg levels | 9/13/2006 |
Q: ok here we go!! i had an abortion on aug 2 2006 when i was about 5-6 weeks preg. everything went the ...
A: I can't give you specific advice since that's illegal. So, I'll give you some broad generalizations ...
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| HCG Levels dropping drasticly in 4 days | 9/10/2006 |
Q: I have been through fertility treatments and finally became pregnant 10 weeks ago with twins. My ...
A: Your doctor may know, Diane, that beta numbers generally don't double much after they get to about ...
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| cervical fluid | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I've been on clomid for 5 months. I lack cervical fluid until after I ovulate (ovulation confirmed ...
A: I've found personally that the concept of cervical fluid at ovulation is overestimated. If someone ...
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| PCOS | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I have PCOS which was diagnosed about 7-8 years ago, although I have had the symptoms since I was 14 ...
A: My name is Dr. Roseff. Clomid is usually the drug of choice for PCOS patients, but I strongly ...
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| luteal phase defect after having 2 children | 9/4/2006 |
Q: I am 31 and have 2 bys age 4 and 2 both born by cesarean section, We are trying for a girl and have ...
A: If you are sure you have only a 7 day luteal phase, you should seek the expert care of a board ...
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| Thinning of uterine lining on clomid | 9/3/2006 |
Q: Roseff, I am 39 and have recently discontinued use of Clomid after several unsuccessful IUI/clomid ...
A: It's variable regarding how much time it takes for one's periods to return to normal after stopping ...
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| Recurrent Pregnancy Loss | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I am a 35 year old female in what I call good heatlh. Except I can't seem to retain a pregnancy or ...
A: I trained with Dr. L. Michael Kettel, who is a boarded RE in your area. His contact information can ...
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| Provera and Clomid | 9/1/2006 |
Q: I have never had regular periods. I went to my OBGYN yesterday and he wants me to take Provera for ...
A: Great question. Since each doctor has a different philosophy on this one, I think you should ask ...
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| clomiphene citrate | 8/27/2006 |
Q: good day. im ivy, i have 3 kids already, and now im trying to concive. first, im on depo shot for ...
A: You should have a more sensitive test done by your doctor, as home tests can sometimes be ...
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| POF | 8/20/2006 |
Q: I have recently been diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure. My Ob/Gyn tested my FSH levels when ...
A: You need to see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. POF is defined as menopause before ...
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| Lovenox | 8/18/2006 |
Q: I'm turning 40 next week. PCOS since 13. MS since 34--mild case. 2 pregnancies on clomid/metformin ...
A: To answer your questions, Follistim (depending on the protocol) can potentially cause menses to come ...
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| infertility | 8/17/2006 |
Q: I am starting a new cyclce for IVF in September. I was old yesterday by my doctore that my Prolactin ...
A: Prolactin is NORMALLY elevated during and possibly right after a pregnancy, so it should be checked ...
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| pregnancy after tubal ligation | 8/16/2006 |
Q: I had my son via c-section, in November of 2004 and at that time, I had a tubal ligation. I was ...
A: It is possible to be pregnant after a tubal. See your doctor at once for testing, since there's an ...
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| Provera overdose | 8/13/2006 |
Q: Roseff. I am 35 yrs. old and recently diagnosed with PCOS. My GYN prescribed provera to be taken day ...
A: If your doctor prescribed two 10 mg pills twice per day, that sounds like 40 mg per day to me, so ...
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| High estrodiol in luteal phase | 8/12/2006 |
Q: I had 3 inactive cysts at the beginning of my cycle. I took follistim for about 10 days at a ...
A: I see high estradiol levels like this frequently in my patients, and most of them do indeed ...
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| irregular bleeding,male factor issue,trying to get pregnant | 8/11/2006 |
Q: I have been off birth control (nuvaring) for 16 months, actively trying to get pregnant for 1 year. ...
A: Something doesn't sound right, as it's not generally normal to bleed all the time. I Highly suggest ...
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| Infertility | 8/10/2006 |
Q: If you take the HCG Trigger shot and do not become pregnant should you expect a period within 16 ...
A: IF the hCG shot is given under appropriate circumstances (mature follicle with proper hormone status ...
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| infertility question | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I have a beautiful five year old daughter, of which we conceived after four cycles of clomid. I ...
A: Most women who conceive on Clomid do so in an average of 3-4 cycles. Most women who take it for ...
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| PCOS | 8/4/2006 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I have recently been diagnosed (via ultrasound) with PCOS. He was very quick with me, ...
A: You need a second opinion, preferably with a board certified reproductive endocrinologist who ...
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| tubal ligation | 8/3/2006 |
Q: I had a tubal ligation on dec. 7 2004 and now I have not had a period in 5mts. Took a pregnancy test ...
A: There are many reasons for not having a period. They are too numerous to list herein. You should ...
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| infertility | 8/2/2006 |
Q: Me and my husband have been trying to have a baby for the last year and a half. I started seeing my ...
A: Most women who ovulate on Clomid and conceive do so within 3-4 months, so just getting an Rx for ...
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| RE: TTC irregular periods | 8/1/2006 |
Q: Im 28 an have very irregular periods ranging from 30days to 40days. TTC for 10mths and no hope, ...
A: With irregular cycles, it's just not really possible to know when someone ovulates or conceives with ...
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| Some general Q's about infertility. | 7/27/2006 |
Q: I am 26 years old. I have ovulation problems and had to use 3 rounds of 50mg Clomid to conceive my ...
A: Kellie - It's important to undergo a history, physical exam, and testing to find out WHY you don't ...
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| clomid and ovulation | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I started on clomid 50mg days 5-9 of my cycle. My Dr. told me that I would then ovulate on days ...
A: Ovulating on day 19 on a Clomid cycle is generally considered normal. It varies, so one can't ...
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| Pituitary Tumor or normal? | 7/25/2006 |
Q: I have had irregular menses (coming less and less frequently) since November. I have had an ...
A: I would suggest you see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist, Nicole, who can evaluate ...
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| POCS | 7/23/2006 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year now, so my doctor did various blood tests to see ...
A: Paula, You should consider seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist (RE). He/she ...
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| Irregular periods | 7/20/2006 |
Q: I had one child naturally in 2004. After his birth, I had regular menstrual cycles for almost 1 ...
A: Bulimia can cause irregular cycles. Recovery usually, but not always, corrects this. You should ...
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| Infertility Treatment | 7/18/2006 |
Q: I am 37 years old, diagnosed with stage IV endometriosis, had laparoscopy in September 2004 to ...
A: Gina, Someone with your history has an increased risk for another ectopic pregnancy. I can't tell ...
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| abortions | 7/15/2006 |
Q: i had a abortion in june 2005 and another in jan 2006 since my 2nd abortion i had irregular bleeding ...
A: There are many reasons for irregular bleeding after an abortion, one of which is left-over tissue ...
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| Egg white discharge | 7/13/2006 |
Q: and have a question regarding discharge. On day 20 I had discharge that was like egg white which ...
A: It could be a sign of early pregnancy, or it could be from some other condition such as (and not ...
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| metformin-clomid | 7/12/2006 |
Q: in 1996,97 I took clomid for more than a year. In 97, I conceived and had afull term baby in 98. ...
A: I can't tell you if it will help now to take Clomid, as you're not under my care and that would be ...
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| what should i do | 7/11/2006 |
Q: well i have had PID once and i have HPV we have been trying for 3 mths now and no luck what do u ...
A: Your history of PID may put you at an increased risk for an ectopic pregnancy. It also may make it ...
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| infertility and tobacco smoke exposure | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I know that smoking negatively impacts your fertility, and that second hand smoke has been proven to ...
A: While we know that smoking has a negative impact on fertility, there (unfortunately) aren't many ...
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| I need to know more about luteal phase and clomid | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I am 36 year old women that has had 6 miscarrages.. had a laperscopy done found out I have a ...
A: Clomid helps many women with a luteal phase defect, Lisa, assuming they have had reproductive ...
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| miscarrages | 7/6/2006 |
Q: i have trouble getting pregnant first of all becauce i dont have my period doctors have told me that ...
A: Consider seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. He/she should be able to tell you ...
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| Fertility of polycystic ovarian patients | 7/5/2006 |
Q: In your ecperience, are women with PCOS able to conceive wiht the help of fertility? Is Clomid ...
A: In my experience, Michele, the majority of my PCOS patients conceive with Clomid. Dr. Roseff - In ...
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| conception | 7/4/2006 |
Q: is it possible to concieve with amenorreha which is abcense of menstral cycle here and there.
A: Yes, it is. Dr. Roseff - In Wellington, Florida; PERSONALIZED/Individualized Successful care by a ...
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| spotting | 6/1/2006 |
Q: does ovulatory spotting occur on the day of ovulation or several days before ovulation? i had a ...
A: Sometimes it occurs before, during, or after ovulation. Good luck! Dr. Roseff - In Florida; ...
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| clomid, progesterone and ovulation | 5/31/2006 |
Q: I recently had a miscarriage in December 05. after being tested for PCOS, and having negative ...
A: While anything is possible, it's unlikely someone ovulates right after her period. There's a ...
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| fsh level | 5/21/2006 |
Q: - I am 40 years old and I am trying to get pregnant for two years. - I never missed the ...
A: It's unusual for an FSH surge (due to ovulation) go as high as 42, but I suppose it's not ...
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| Can exercise affect implantation? | 1/21/2006 |
Q: I am sorry if you have already seen this question - I asked a question with the wrong email address ...
A: 1. Yes, "excessive" exercise can interfere with conception. It's not possible to say from afar, ...
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| Can exercising affect conception? | 1/20/2006 |
Q: I am in my early thirties trying for baby #1 with no success for 6 cycles so far. I was wondering ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. Yes, "too much" exercise can work against getting pregnant, but I ...
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| Again no period | 1/19/2006 |
Q: Here I go again Dr. After my last email, I am still waiting for my period! I am in my 106 day ...
A: Kathy - You should STRONGLY consider seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. He/she ...
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| infertility | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I AM 18 GOING ON 19 AND ME AND MY FIANCEE' HAVE BEEN TRYING TO HAVE A BABY MAYBE EVEN TWINS FOR ...
A: There are LOTS of reasons why someone may not conceive, and there's no way to know why you've had ...
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| periods | 1/11/2006 |
Q: I am 29, TTC for 2 1/2 years now and i have PCOS. I was wondering if having periods is a guarantee ...
A: MOST times, having periods means one is ovulating, but this does NOT apply all the time. In other ...
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| lining | 1/6/2006 |
Q: How many mm does the uterine lining thicken each day before ovulation. I had a cd 14 u/s w/ one ...
A: The thickness for implantation is measured BEFORE ovulation, not afterwords. The amount it thickens ...
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| clomid | 1/2/2006 |
Q: Roseff, I am currently on clomid 3-7, I am now cd 11, and my cervical mucous is almost completely ...
A: In general, adding estrogen doesn't help. You should strongly consider seeing a board certified ...
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| trying to conceive without miscarriages | 12/30/2005 |
Q: I just had my right damaged tube removed. I have had endometriosis for 8 years and in the past 2 ...
A: I don't know what Lypor injection is.... You should strongly consider seeing a board certified ...
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| pre seed | 12/29/2005 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, Thank you for being so helpful, its greatly appreciated. I am taking clomid 50 mg ...
A: PreSeed is safe to use while trying to conceive. Most things we've used to try and thicken the ...
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| hcg timing | 12/27/2005 |
Q: I was wondering which timing of the hcg shot results in more pregnancies. 1. When Lh surge is ...
A: If someone has an LH surge, Jennifer, then there's generally no need for an hCG injection (as it's a ...
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| clomid | 12/26/2005 |
Q: I am currently taking clomid 50 mg 3-7 for short luteal phase. I am worried about my uterine lining ...
A: Most subsequent studies, after the first publication on Viagara for thin linings, failed to ...
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| infertility | 12/25/2005 |
Q: I did 2 ISCI attempts. But at the time of retrievel procedure they didn't find any egg. Here are ...
A: When we don't find eggs at the time of egg retrieval, we draw blood for an hCG level when the ...
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| Ovulation | 12/17/2005 |
Q: My periods are VERY irregular. Most of the time my cycles are around 50 days or so. I have had no ...
A: You should seeing a board certified specialist to find out WHY your periods are irregular BEFORE you ...
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| Clomid and luteal phase | 12/13/2005 |
Q: I've been trying to conceive since March 2005 with 1 ectopic and 2 chemical pregnancies in that ...
A: Most studies, Samara, show equal benefit to Clomid when started on day 3 vs. day 5 of the cycle. ...
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| depo provera and clomid | 12/3/2005 |
Q: i have been off the depo shot now for 10months i an not using any form of birth control and i have ...
A: IF the hormones from the Depo Provera shot are still in your system, then Clomid won't usually work. ...
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| Reaccurent miscarriages | 11/30/2005 |
Q: I had a m/c at 9weeks Oct 23rd and a m/c at 4 weeks Nov 21st.I have read alot about if your ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses. Most women don't know if they have low progesterone levels. It ...
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| clomid dosage? | 11/26/2005 |
Q: My first time taking 50 clomid had prog 21.8, got pregnant(2 years ago). Second time taking clomid ...
A: It's impossible to diagnose your pain from afar, but the pain may have been from enlargement of your ...
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| just wondering if i have a sign of infertility | 11/24/2005 |
Q: hell, i have a question about infertility. when me and my husband have sexually intercorse he ...
A: What you're describing is normal. The sperm are mixed in the liquid (semen), and while the sperm ...
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| Irregular periods after Lupron shot | 11/15/2005 |
Q: I was diagnosed with Endo in Februeary. I took 3 month treatment with the lupron shot. After 2 ...
A: I went to High School with someone named Kathy Gray....! I anticipate the doctor surgically removed ...
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| Provera | 11/14/2005 |
Q: I have not had a period in 4 months and my doc prescribed provera. I am on my period now, I started ...
A: Most women don't conceive WHILE taking the Provera. Sometimes, though not often, the Provera (when ...
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| spotting 2-3 days after ovulation | 11/10/2005 |
Q: My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for 8 months now without success. This month I ...
A: Some women have spotting at ovulation, and it can be as much as 2-3 days after ovulation. Often ...
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| Progesterone test after chlomid | 11/7/2005 |
Q: This cyle is my first taking chlomid. I had an ultra-sound on day 13 to to check the lining of my ...
A: No, it's not, Alisha. Dr. Roseff - Director of W.E. C.A.R.E. in West Orange, NJ ...
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| Reoccuring spotting after miscarriage | 11/6/2005 |
Q: I had a complete miscarriage 2 1/2 weeks ago confirmed by ultrasound at my OB office. I was told ...
A: Lori, There are lots of reasons for spotting, and without examining your records and you physically ...
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| Normal Period? | 11/2/2005 |
Q: Can you have a normal Period and still have a Ovulation problem? If the answer is yes how can this ...
A: A "period" occurs an average of about 2 weeks after ovulation. However, some women "bleed" and it ...
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| infertile? fertile? | 10/21/2005 |
Q: I am not sure if I am infertile but my partner and I have been trying for 11 months now with no ...
A: Women with irregular periods don't ovulate on a regular basis, and this can make it harder to become ...
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| IVF | 10/19/2005 |
Q: I am in the middle of my 1st, and hopefully last IVF cycle. I take lupron, follitism, menopur ...
A: There are several things women can do to optimize their odds of pregnancy success. These include, ...
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| Clomid, light period | 10/14/2005 |
Q: I'm 30 years old and TTC. For the last months I've been spotting brown for about 3 days beginning my ...
A: Clomid can cause a light period, but so can other possible causes. It sounds like you may be ...
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| Ovulation | 10/11/2005 |
Q: I would like to know if you could tell me If I am ovulating I am on cycle day #18 and I have notice ...
A: Ovulation generally occurs around the time the temp goes up, and your temp went up to 98.2 on a ...
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| pcos | 10/3/2005 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with pcos about 9 years ago, when I was bleeding for a couple of weeks. The ...
A: Your english is terrific! While it's impossible (and illegal) for me to diagnose your condition ...
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| endometriosis | 10/2/2005 |
Q: -----Dr Roseff Yes i had pain before i began clomid but my doctor did not chart it but i have ...
A: Misty, While it's impossible (and illegal) for me to diagnose your condition from afar, you should ...
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| endemetriosis and damaged fimbria | 9/25/2005 |
Q: I had laproscope surgery in August to remove endemetriosis from my overis. I had a high level 2 ...
A: The success rate of artificial insemination depends on MANY different factors, and I don't know ...
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| 5th IVF-Please advice. | 9/24/2005 |
Q: We are indians. My wife has PCO, is 29 years old and has undergone 4 cycles of IVF+ICSI. We had to ...
A: Most women who will conceive via IVF generally do so within an average of 3 good IVF cycles. If ...
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| Irregular periods | 9/14/2005 |
Q: I am 24 years old and have had irregular periods since I was about 18. My doctor put me on a ...
A: When you bleed after finishing Provera (the "P" word), it's not due to ovulation but rather the ...
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| Spot Bleeding after miscarriage of triplets | 9/9/2005 |
Q: I have unexplained infertility - I have PCOS and after one year on clomid I failed to get pregnant. ...
A: While some women do have spotting around the time of ovulation, it's impossible for me to say what ...
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| SCARED TO DO 150MG CLOMID | 9/8/2005 |
Q: I have been on metformin to promote ovulation for 6 months. Also I done a round of 50mg clomid cd2 ...
A: I'm not sure what your concern is here.... Is it that you may have side effects on the 150 mg of ...
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| Infertility | 9/2/2005 |
Q: I have PCOS and have been TTC for 2 years. I have thought about trying the alternative called ...
A: They list 39 publications on the Ovulex website, and NOT ONE OF THEM studied Ovulex itself in ...
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| Unable to get PG since my loss | 8/30/2005 |
Q: I have had irregular cycles my whole life, my first menses was when I was 11 years old. My cycles ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.... It's REALLY important to see a doctor who can take a ...
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| Clomid and lenth | 8/29/2005 |
Q: I have been on clomid 50 mg cd2 thrugh cd7 for the months of May and July. I didn't do it in June ...
A: Did you know that most women take Clomid for only 5 days per month? Skipping a cycle would not be ...
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| Metformin & Infertility | 8/27/2005 |
Q: I am 22 yrs old and I have a very irregular cycle. During 12 months I only get my menstration about ...
A: It's not normal to get a period only 4 times a year, and not having a period regularly puts someone ...
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| FSH Level | 8/26/2005 |
Q: I'm 30 years old trying TTC for over a year. I recently had my day 3 FSH level checked and it was 9. ...
A: You should consider seeing a board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist (RE). He/she can take a ...
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| Testing - time of day | 8/23/2005 |
Q: I am almost 34 and been trying to conceive for 14 months now. I have been to a fertility ...
A: Just to let you know, post-coital testing has been shown to be of essentially no value in the ...
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| HCG + double insemination | 8/5/2005 |
Q: If I could do a double insemination after using HCG trigger shot, say Monday p.m., should I do IUI ...
A: If conditions are right, an hCG shot Monday PM would induce ovulation to occur Wed. AM. Whether you ...
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| anovulation | 8/4/2005 |
Q: why does malnutrition cause anovulation? thank you!!!!!!!
A: Michelle, Malnutrition can wreak havoc with many systems in the body, including (and not limited ...
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| What are the odds | 8/3/2005 |
Q: Dr Roseff, First of all I would like to thank you. The last question I asked you, you told me to ...
A: Glad you went to see the RE! Your odds of twins may be higher due to your family history, and the ...
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| clomid | 8/3/2005 |
Q: My history is that I had my tubes tied and a tubal reversal Nov 2004. I have a 5cm on left and 2cm ...
A: I'm sure you're aware of your risk of an ectopic pregnancy. Clomid is designed to help women who ...
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| 'empty follicle syndrome' | 8/1/2005 |
Q: I recently completed an unsuccessful IVF cycle (after three failed IUI cycles). I am 44 years old ...
A: Did your RE tell you what HIS, individual IVF success rate is for 44 year olds? If not, you should ...
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| metformin | 7/26/2005 |
Q: I am taking metformin and currently upping from 1000 to 1500 mgs. This go around I am very sick to ...
A: Are you sure you have insulin resistance and therefore "need" the metformin? Regarding spreading ...
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| Clomid and pregnancy after miscarriage | 7/22/2005 |
Q: I experienced missed abortion 3 months ago at 7 weeks. (with Clomid 100mg) May cycle was 31 days and ...
A: Clomid doesn't guarantee someone will get pregnant on the first month she takes it -- It can take a ...
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| recurrent miscarraiges | 7/6/2005 |
Q: i was told at 16yrs i had pcos i had my son at 20 a t.o.p. at 21 i was 9 weeks.since then i fell on ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses, Kirsty. You need to see a board certified reproductive ...
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| PCOS | 6/27/2005 |
Q: I am 26 years old, I have one daughter (11 mon) and the first day of my last menstrual period is ...
A: If you had a C-section, it can possibly cause scar tissue that you may want to ask your doctor if ...
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| Question? | 6/26/2005 |
Q: 1. What does sterility mean? Is it temporary? 2. If a women and her spouse wanted to have ...
A: 1. Sterility implies the permanent inability to be able to participate in a pregnancy. 2. The first ...
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| recurrent miscarriages | 6/21/2005 |
Q: I miscarried in April and had my HCG levels checked 3 weeks after and they were under 1. One week ...
A: Once an hCG level is negative following a miscarriage, it can take 4-6 weeks for menses to occur. ...
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| clomid rush | 6/15/2005 |
Q: I was suppose to start clomid in may on days 2 thru 7. I started on day 2 after only having very ...
A: Jamie, Did you do any testing on your Clomid cycle to make sure you ovulated? If not, why not? ...
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| Prescription for Male Factor Infertility | 6/13/2005 |
Q: I am under the care of a Reproductive Endocrinologist and currently going through FSH injections and ...
A: Sometimes the doctor can do a "modified wash" so as not to end up with low numbers at the end. The ...
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| Tests | 6/7/2005 |
Q: I've been trying to conceive for a year. I had bloodwork tests done & an HSG all to show that I'm ...
A: There are likely other tests that can be done. For example, has your husband had a sperm DNA ...
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| Ovulated twice ? | 6/3/2005 |
Q: I had my last period 11 may, I then ovulated on 24th May but the next day I had brownish discharge ...
A: Anything is possible, though it's unlikely to ovulate twice in a menstrual cycle. Another ...
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| Progesterone summplements | 5/31/2005 |
Q: I am currently under the care of an RE and wanted to get your opinion on the different progesterone ...
A: I individualize the progesterone treatment to each patient according to her particular situation. ...
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| mestrual cycle | 5/30/2005 |
Q: i am a 22 year old female i've been having a problem with my period since i was 13. i missed about 2 ...
A: Yes, your diet can affect your menstrual cycle. Also, you may have polycystic ovarian syndrome ...
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| Pregnancy | 5/17/2005 |
Q: i am 37, diagnosed a year and a half ago with unexplained infertility. I underwent 3 clomid ...
A: It's possible the HPT is wrong - If you might be pregnant, you should contact your doctor and have a ...
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| Infertility | 5/11/2005 |
Q: Can a doctor diag. you with a infertility problem without running any test on you. The only test ...
A: The American Society for Reproductive Medicine defines infertility as: Infertility is a disease. ...
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| Next Step after IUIs | 5/9/2005 |
Q: I am 36, husband is 43. We have been ttc#3 for 4+ years. We had no problem getting pg the first ...
A: What you need next is to see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist! Yes, Clomid can make ...
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| HPT test | 4/22/2005 |
Q: I am currently going through fert treatment with an RE. Last week - I had an HCG shot and 36hrs ...
A: It doesn't necessarily mean you're not pregnant, Karen. It may mean that the hCG from the shot is ...
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| clomid and early ovulation | 4/18/2005 |
Q: My husband and I have been TTC for 6 months now. I got off of bc in Oct 2004. I, to my knowledge, ...
A: I don't blame you at all for being confused. There are several DIFFERENT reasons for not ovulating, ...
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| Miscarriages | 4/17/2005 |
Q: I have been married for 5 years and I have had 4 miscarriages (2 within the last 5 months) and all ...
A: With all due respect to your doctor, there is likely something wrong with you. It's generally not ...
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| why can i not get preagnant? | 4/16/2005 |
Q: me and my boyfriend been trying to a baby for the past 3 months he has cum in me and i havent become ...
A: While you would like it to happen immediately it can take up to a year for someone to get pregnant ...
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| late ovulation? | 4/15/2005 |
Q: I am 28 and my husband and I have been ttc for 15 months. We have one son (10/30/03) It appears ...
A: You need blood testing to find out WHY you're not regularly ovulating. Just taking Clomid without a ...
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| Ovulation after I had a sonohysterogram | 4/14/2005 |
Q: I had a sonohysterogram done wich found no amnormalities. this procedure was done on Cycle day 10. I ...
A: A 10 mm follicle on cycle day 10 will not likely go on to ovulate, as it's too small. You said ...
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| when do women ovalate? | 4/12/2005 |
Q: husband and i are trying to get pregnant and just wondering when is the best time of the month to ...
A: It varies, but the average is about 2 weeks before you get a period. Hope this helps, Dr. Roseff - ...
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| TTC 14 cycles | 4/6/2005 |
Q: My husband and I had a beautiful baby boy in July of 03 without any problems. I went off the pill ...
A: You have multiple problems, including recurrent pregnancy loss, irregular cycles, and mid-cycle ...
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| baby asprin at 37 weeks | 4/2/2005 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I am currently 37 weeks pregnant(after two miscarriages) and my doctor recently had me ...
A: As an RE, I only take care of women through the first trimester, and I therefore don't practice OB. ...
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| 2 Failed IVF Cycles - Need 2nd Opinion | 4/1/2005 |
Q: How do I contact your clinic to schedule a consultation for a 2nd opinion after 2 failed IVF/ICSI ...
A: You can call Denise, my Office Manager, weekdays between 9 AM and 1:30 PM at 973-736-1200. She ...
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| HCG Trigger shot | 3/25/2005 |
Q: So I am on the therapy now and am not scheduled to go back to the Dr. but am supposed to take the ...
A: Sorry, can't tell you what to do or not do as that's illegal. Your doctor MUST either be on call ...
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| HCG Trigger shot | 3/24/2005 |
Q: if you take the trigger shot and your follicles are not large enough will anything adverse happen? ...
A: It's potentially unsafe. You need to talk to your RE about having blood testing to see what your ...
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| Digital monitor and CM has difference.... | 3/18/2005 |
Q: I have been diagnosed as "unexplained infertility" and put on Clomid. It was my 2nd cycle with ...
A: Clomid can indeed make one's CM poor. That's one of the several reasons I'm against giving Clomid ...
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| blighted ovum | 3/12/2005 |
Q: Roseff - I assume my question can fall into the infertility category. I would just like some ...
A: I'm concerned there might be something predisposing you to pregnancy loss, even though you had one ...
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| Treatment for high FSH | 3/8/2005 |
Q: I am 42 & my FSH is very high ( 41 ). I had two miscarriages. Is there any treatment to bring back ...
A: The FSH level (on cycle day 3) is a reflection of ovarian reserve (egg quality/quantity), so there's ...
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| Endometriosis and twins | 3/4/2005 |
Q: I am the proud mother of two beautiful little boys and have endometriosis which causes me to ...
A: Yes, Austin, in select patients with a history of endo, one can consider moving right into assisted ...
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| Low HcG Levels | 3/1/2005 |
Q: I have undergone three IVF treatments. My first attempt, I had no luck (6 tranferred). 2nd ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses.... To answer: 1) If they keep slowly rising it means that ...
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| Epstein Barr Virus and miscarriage | 2/25/2005 |
Q: I was recently diagnosed with having EBV this summer, and was wondering if there is a link between ...
A: I'm not aware of a link, Catherine. However, I would think that any potential "illness" may ...
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| Low Estrogen levels | 2/24/2005 |
Q: I am 28 and my husband is 30. I am now seeing an RE and he has me on 150IU of Repronex for seven ...
A: It's hard to interpret cycles from afar, Lakeisha, but it sounds like your RE may have triggered you ...
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| fertility age?? | 2/23/2005 |
Q: me and my wife been trying for 4 years to have a baby....my wife is now 39 years old, is she to old ...
A: Some 39 year olds are ok, while others aren't. Have her see a board certified fertility specialist ...
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| IUI | 2/18/2005 |
Q: I recently completed a clomid cycle with an IUI. I am 14 days post artificial insemination. I was ...
A: Sure, Renee, there's a possibility. Your options are to wait a few more days and re-test or have a ...
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| How long do "clean" tubes last | 2/17/2005 |
Q: When I tried to get pregnant about 2 years ago,I went to a reproductive endocronologist in the miami ...
A: It varies. There's no way to predict if and when your tubes may have blocked up again after your ...
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| Inducing OV with Thin Endometrium | 2/3/2005 |
Q: Dr. Roseff: When I visited my RE for the exam, I was on CD-48. Unfortunately, an endometrial biopsy ...
A: No, if a woman "needs" estrogen, it may not be a departure from the standard of care to prescribe ...
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| Inducing OV with Thin Endometrium | 2/2/2005 |
Q: I am 35 years old, healthy, 5'3" and 110 lbs, with a history of 2 successful pregnancies in my ...
A: Was your endometrial biopsy normal? Some women have a thin endometrium due to infection of the ...
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| IUI | 1/31/2005 |
Q: Roseff I have been trying to conceive for a year. I wasn't ovulating in the past, but I finally ...
A: Your odds of success depend on many factors, including (and not limited to), your age, weight, body ...
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| Sperm | 1/21/2005 |
Q: How long will sperm live in a woman after intercourse?
A: It varies highly, but the average is about 72 hrs. Dr. Roseff - Director of W.E. C.A.R.E. in West ...
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| My left fallop. tube is blocked | 1/13/2005 |
Q: Which side do women typically ovulate from, the left or right? My left side is blocked but my right ...
A: Most women alternate from side to side, though this doesn't always happen. On AVERAGE, a woman ...
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| TSH and infertility | 1/12/2005 |
Q: and thank you for taking the time to answer our questions, God Bless You! My background: TTC#1 5yrs, ...
A: You should read the attached link, and then educate your doctor about thyriod disease! ...
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| secondary infertility | 1/8/2005 |
Q: I am 36 years old and have a daughter of age seven.When she was three years old I got pregnant but ...
A: You need to see a board certified reproductive endocrinologist (RE). An RE can test you (far better ...
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| Gonal-F | 12/27/2004 |
Q: Our Dr. prescribed Gonal-F 3 900 i/u pens (300 i/u per day for 9 days). Due to cost, we were ...
A: The success of an ART cycle, in part, depends on using the "correct" dose of medicine. Since your ...
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| infertility | 12/26/2004 |
Q: Does a lady with very very small breast sizes have a less chance of getting pregnant or having a ...
A: Breast size has nothing to do with the odds of getting pregnant or having a baby. As far as we ...
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| How Can I find out if I am ovaulating | 12/25/2004 |
Q: I am a 29 yr old black female and I have had two pregnacys, one living 10yr old and one ectopic, The ...
A: If your periods are irregular, you may want to have your doctor test your hormones (in your blood) ...
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| prometrium & brown discharge | 12/16/2004 |
Q: We have been TTC for 3 years. CCCT shows that we ovulate. Unfortunately, clomid caused adverse ...
A: In general, brown spotting starting 14 dpo is of no significance when taking Prometrium, especially ...
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| egg quality | 12/15/2004 |
Q: I have submited this question 2 times prior - 1st time I got no response - second time the reply was ...
A: No one here has been rude, and your question was answered on December 8 almost immediately after it ...
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| LH surge with later ovulation | 12/11/2004 |
Q: I have just started charting my temps (my average cycle is 28 days) and had a positive LH surge on ...
A: Ovulation generally occurs on the day of the lowest temp, so that might suggest you ovulated on day ...
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| egg quality | 12/8/2004 |
Q: Egg quality- from what I understand the egg you release each month takes 5 1/2 months to mature to ...
A: We've seen "toxins" clear within about 3 months in our patients, though sometimes it takes much ...
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| infertility | 12/7/2004 |
Q: sir my age 45 my wife 41 running..we have first mariage since 2 years..we have been trying since 2 ...
A: The success rate of "test tube baby" IVF varies depending on the IVF center used. If you undergo ...
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| Ovulation | 11/30/2004 |
Q: I have been TTC since Nov. 2003. When I stopped birth control last year May, my periods have been ...
A: ... In other words, what is your diagnosis based on the testing your doctor did to find out why you ...
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| ovulation | 11/18/2004 |
Q: using ovulations kits and checking my cervical mucous (CM) monthly. Anyway - my cycles are 31 days ...
A: I don't place much belief in temperatures, Karen, so I wouldn't make a diagnosis of anovulation or ...
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| unmedicated cycle after Repronex cycle | 11/16/2004 |
Q: Roseff, Last month, I had a failed IUI/Repronex cycle (75 IU for 4 days/ HCG split dose- 5000 ...
A: One's odds of conception aren't significantly different on the cycle after injectable meds/IUI. ...
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| pregnancy and infertility | 11/7/2004 |
Q: I am 32 years old,170 lb, 5'6" (overweight).we don't have kid, married for 6 years, the first 2 ...
A: You need to see your healthcare provider immediately. He/she can determine if you are still ...
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| provironum-(mesterolone) oral-androgen | 10/10/2004 |
Q: sir my age is 44..dr has prescribied me above drug for fertility purpose eventhough my sperm count ...
A: Why would one take an oral androgen if one has normal sperm parameters? In fact, why would someone ...
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| tadalfil --infertility due to women overy stenosis | 10/5/2004 |
Q: from vanita-- my husband is not getting child eventhough we both normal..he has started "tadalfil" ...
A: Mrs. Vanita - To my knowledge, a man's proper use of tadalifil doesn't affect one's fertility. Dr. ...
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| Clomid & TTC | 9/22/2004 |
Q: Progesterone blood test was done on day 23 of my cycle (period 8-16-04. blood test 9-7-04). Dr. ...
A: If you ovulated late, such as on day 19 of your cycle, then your progesterone may still have been on ...
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| Clomid & TTC | 9/21/2004 |
Q: Could I be infertile? When I stopped Depo Provera Jan. 2003 and bc pills May 2003, my periods became ...
A: How many days after presumed ovulation was the progesterone blood test done? Clomid is dosed at ...
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| possible annovulation | 9/19/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, After failing to get pregnant with 6 months of trying, my wife went to get some tests ...
A: Cysts on ultrasound are not necessarily seen or part of the diagnosis of PCOS. It's not normal to ...
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| heart shaped uterus | 9/10/2004 |
Q: After 4 miscarriages I have had an SHG, HSG and an endometrial biopsy done to determine the cause. ...
A: Can you tell me why your RE would order a test and NOT be available to go over the results with you ...
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| Ovulation | 9/8/2004 |
Q: Can a person have an LH surge and still not ovulate? The OTC kit doesn't say that you could have a ...
A: Yes, Karen. Dr. Roseff - Director of W.E. C.A.R.E. in West Orange, NJ PERSONALIZED/Individualized ...
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| Ovulation | 8/20/2004 |
Q: From my fertility work up - it shows that I form follicles but do not release (without drugs). I ...
A: Indeed, one can have an LH surge and not go on to ovulate (release) the egg. I'm not aware of any ...
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| glucophage and hormone levels? | 8/19/2004 |
Q: Roseff, I have had facial hair issues and have tested high for testosterone levels for years ...
A: As you can imagine, it's not possible (and is illegal) for me to diagnose your condition from afar. ...
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| progesterone levels after IVF | 8/11/2004 |
Q: I am 10 days post IVF transfer of 3 embryos with assisted hatching. My progesterone tested at 150 ...
A: Your progesterone level is typical for an IVF cycle, and may be reflected by the multiple eggs that ...
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| Clomid and IUI | 8/8/2004 |
Q: I had a laporoscopy for stage III endo in Feb. 04' I took clomid in May days 3-6 and had an HSG ...
A: Your odds of success, Raina, depend on a lot of factors I don't know about you (including, and not ...
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| Dry Sex | 8/7/2004 |
Q: Me and my girlfriend have been having dry sex (basically having sexual interaction with cloths on), ...
A: Worried, If you ejaculate and if the semen gets through her clothing and makes its way to her ...
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| infertitlity stats | 8/2/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, Thanks for your time. I have read on a number of occasions about cases where once a ...
A: No, Michael, it's just anecdotal evidence. Dr. Roseff - Director of W.E. C.A.R.E. in West Orange, ...
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| Infertility procedures | 8/1/2004 |
Q: Dr., Can you explain more what you meant by: What type of progesterone luteal support were you ...
A: Sure, I meant to ask what type of progesterone medication your doctor put you on after ovulation. ...
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| infertility due to problem in reaching sperm in ... | 7/29/2004 |
Q: -------------------------d&c suggested by MD DGO certified approved gynecologist Followup To ...
A: What is DGO certified? Dr. Roseff - Director of W.E. C.A.R.E. in West Orange, NJ ...
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| infertility due to problem in reaching sperm in ... | 7/28/2004 |
Q: sir we had artificial insemination last month .but sperm injection could not reach up to the require ...
A: In general, a D&C does nothing to help a woman conceive if the opening to her cervix is far back. I ...
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| progesterone level | 7/21/2004 |
Q: I have been on Clomid for the last 5 months. This month is my second IUI with Clomid. I had a ...
A: It is good (assuming it is 24.7 ng/dl). In general, any level of 10 or above 1 week after ...
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| Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome | 7/15/2004 |
Q: I'm 23 and was recently diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (aka Stein-Levanthal ...
A: As far as I know, the data don't conclusively link PCOS and ovarian cancer. What was your fasting ...
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| Infertility | 7/14/2004 |
Q: If I were to take clomid to become pregnate,what would side effects or birth defects would my baby ...
A: Your infertility specialist would have to review the alternatives, procedures for taking Clomid, ...
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| fsh injections vs. clomid then fhs | 7/9/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff - I am 38 and seeing an RE. I have a 3 year old who was conceived after 7 months of ...
A: Clomid can sometimes have an adverse effect on the reproductive system, and this may be overcome ...
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| hysterosalpingogram | 7/2/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I am currently taking 50mg of Clomid days 3-7 for low progesterone (my level was about ...
A: My patients take Clomid and try to conceive on the cycle of the HSG (which I do a few days after ...
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| low progestrone? | 7/1/2004 |
Q: How do I know if I may have this? I have been charting and my luteal phase has been 11 days for the ...
A: 11 days is borderline for a luteal phase - Ask your fertility specialist to check a blood ...
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| sperm wash and subsequent intercourse | 6/29/2004 |
Q: sir after keeping sperm wash in body whether we can try with intercourse method subsequently?after ...
A: My patients try with intercourse approximately 12 hrs. after the insemination. Good luck! Dr. ...
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| surrogacy | 6/27/2004 |
Q: I had a TAH in January 2004 at the age of 22 for endometriosis. Emotionally, it has been very ...
A: If you may be depressed, you should get a second opinion regarding medication. It sounds, though, ...
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| pregnancy | 6/25/2004 |
Q: I have been on depo provera for 9 months now and now im ready to conceive. how long will it take me ...
A: Depo-Provera can make someone "feel" pregnant, but if you think you may be pregnant you should have ...
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| Credentials | 6/24/2004 |
Q: What does FACOG stand for?
A: It's: Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Roseff - Director of ...
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| dont know if i'm pregnant | 6/19/2004 |
Q: I'm 16 years old going on 17 and i dont know if i'm pregnant. i still have period but they have ...
A: Yes, you need to see a qualified healthcare provider for further testing. You should do so as soon ...
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| fertility | 6/18/2004 |
Q: I submitted a question yesterday with the incorrect e-mail - sorry! Did you receive it? Do I need ...
A: To answer: 1) Is there anthing I can do to improve my odds? ==> The only way an RE can ...
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| TTC | 6/15/2004 |
Q: I have been trying to conceive since October 2003. My doctor wants to put me on fertility pills ...
A: I've never heard of Fertilizer Hers. I looked it up on the internet, though, and found it has ...
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| chemical pregnancy | 6/10/2004 |
Q: I am 29 years old and healthy. However, I have just experienced a "chemical" pregnancy. This was ...
A: One failed pregnancy is common and generally not a cause of concern. It would be in your best ...
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| Implantation | 6/3/2004 |
Q: Does hcg acually start being produced at implantation? And what day(s) would that be? For your hcg ...
A: hCG is produced as soon as conception occurs, but it's not generally measurable in the blood until ...
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| med student | 5/23/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, Hello, I am going to be a second year medical student at the University of Maryland in ...
A: I really love what I do! In order to be an RE, one must first go through an Ob/Gyn residency (4 ...
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| progesterone blood test | 5/22/2004 |
Q: I've recently asked you a question about taking an ultrasound inorder to see if I ovulated. You ...
A: What type of progesterone are you taking? Suppositories? If so, you can check the progesterone ...
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| ovulation | 5/21/2004 |
Q: I'm supposed to get an hCG injection, and I'm going to take an ultrasound inorder to see if I ...
A: To answer: 1) How many hours after the hCG injection does the ovulation begin (I've heard several ...
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| infertility at 30, 35, 40 | 5/18/2004 |
Q: I read that a woman's infertility rates at ages 30, 35, and 40 years old are: 7%, 11% and 33%. If a ...
A: It's Doctor Roseff. It's impossible to say, since those are general infertility rates in the ...
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| After how long of trying to... | 5/14/2004 |
Q: After how long of trying to concieve should i start to get nervous and begin to look into whether ...
A: If you're under 35, and don't have obvious factors that may be in your way, about 1 year. If you're ...
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| Clomid Challenge Test | 5/12/2004 |
Q: Roseff, I asked you a question a month ago and you suggested that I make an appointment with an RE ...
A: While I can't speak for your doctor, and therefore can't "get into her head" and tell you why she ...
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| ovulation with HCG | 5/11/2004 |
Q: I am 21.5 yrs. old, married for 2 and 1/2 years, no children. I have pcos and am treated with ...
A: I've seen a few patients who didn't ovulate after the hCG shot. If your RE starts your progesterone ...
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| low hcg levels | 5/6/2004 |
Q: -------------------------I have good news. My insurance company will cover 100% of plan allowable ...
A: Since your last question has to do with possibly coming here to see me, I would appreciate it if you ...
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| low hcg levels | 5/4/2004 |
Q: -------------------------I was so happy to hear back from you so soon. My husband actually went to ...
A: You're right - I've heard thoughts similar to yours many times before.... Check with your insurance ...
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| low hcg levels | 5/3/2004 |
Q: -------------------------I ended up going through a miscarriage over the weekend. I finally found ...
A: I used to drive in your neck of the woods on my way to school in Ithaca! I'm sorry to hear you've ...
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| low hcg levels | 4/27/2004 |
Q: I am 5w6d pregnant today after having a D&C exactly 3 months ago. During my last pregnancy, we went ...
A: Over the many years of my career, I've seen just about everything, so an hCG level of 272 at 25 dpo ...
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| frozen embryos | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I have a special and unique problem based upon infertility and my experience in Fort lauderdale ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your pregnancy losses and problems to date. To answer: In youe experience ...
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| Am I taking the steps in the correct order? | 4/18/2004 |
Q: I'm 42 and have never been pregnant and have had good health. My tests so far are my husband's sperm ...
A: What was your estradiol level the day of the FSH test? An FSH without an estradiol level is often ...
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| Clomid | 4/14/2004 |
Q: Roseff, My name is Heidi, I am 33 years old and last year after trying for three months I got ...
A: I'm glad you wrote to me. I would HIGHLY suggest you place yourself under the care of a board ...
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| FSH level | 4/13/2004 |
Q: -Thank you doctor, atleast now I know that an FSH level without E2 is not enogh.you have atleast ...
A: I've never heard of anyone measuring endocervical glands on an ultrasound. It sounds like you may ...
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| FSH level | 4/12/2004 |
Q: I"m 39 yrs old and since november03 I'm getting my periods every 2months and the bleeding continues ...
A: An FSH level without an estradiol level on day 3 is not meaningful - What was your E2 level? It's ...
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| pregnancy and twins | 4/9/2004 |
Q: 1st question is that my wifes father is a twin and my wife is 42 years old never had children before ...
A: I wouldn't have any idea what her odds of twins would be (sorry). The best time to try and conceive ...
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| IVF after Salpingectomy | 4/6/2004 |
Q: I was recently diagnosed with hydrosalpinx and advised to undergo a salpingectomy followed by ivf. ...
A: The human body generally takes an average of about 6 weeks to heal from surgery. You should ask ...
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| TTC w/ Past Depo Overdose | 4/1/2004 |
Q: About 2 years ago, I began having serious problems. We were TTC, and could NOT get pregnant! So I ...
A: If you think you may be having symptoms of a stroke, you should either call 911 or go immediately to ...
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| Infertility and hot baths | 3/31/2004 |
Q: Roseff, This question is regarding infertility & hot baths for my husband. He is a landscaper and ...
A: The life cycle of sperm is about 3 months, so if he would need to avoid heat NOW for a few weeks in ...
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| Clomid/side effects/spotting | 3/25/2004 |
Q: My situation is as follows (with some history). I am 33 years old. I have wanted a baby for as long ...
A: It could be pregnancy, and you should approach this head-on and assure you're not pregnant. If you ...
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| Herbal Approach | 3/24/2004 |
Q: I've been trying to conceive for 5 years. We were successful once with fertility drugs and have a ...
A: Dr. Polan is one of the primary investigators looking at the possible effectiveness of Fertility ...
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| Early ovulation | 3/23/2004 |
Q: Roseff, I am 35 yrs. and TTC for 11 months. I started tracking my BBT 3 months ago. On average, I ...
A: You should see an RE now. Sometimes, ovulation on cycle day 8 indicates diminished ovarian reserve ...
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| Metformin making clomid less effective? | 3/21/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I am currently on my third cycle of clomid. The first month, I took 100mg CD 5-10, and ...
A: Not knowing your entire history, it's impossible for me to tell you if you're on the right path or ...
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| Metformin making clomid less effective? | 3/20/2004 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, I am currently on my third cycle of clomid. The first month, I took 100mg CD 5-10, and ...
A: Colleen - There's a possibility that someone can make several follicles/eggs with Clomid, and then ...
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| PCOS | 3/15/2004 |
Q: I'm confused about ovulation and menstration... now just because I menstrate (bleed) every month ...
A: MOST women who bleed on a monthly basis do indeed ovulate. However, it IS possible to bleed ...
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| I do not produce progesterone | 3/13/2004 |
Q: I am 26 years old and concerned that I will not be able to conceive. I had irregular periods as a ...
A: You need to switch from your gynecologist to a board certified reproductive endocrinologist. If you ...
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| unable to conceive. | 3/12/2004 |
Q: i am 28 years old. my hubby and i r ttc for almost a year without any result. my periods have always ...
A: It's impossible to diagnose PCOS from afar, so yes, you should see a fertility specialist ...
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| infertility | 3/10/2004 |
Q: I am a 23 year old healthy woman married to a 35 year old man with a vericose seal and who smokes ...
A: Anyone who has had unprotected intercourse for a year without a pregnancy is considered infertile, ...
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| Not getting pregnant | 3/4/2004 |
Q: I gave birth to our son 5yrs ago. Now I have been trying to get pregnant for 1-1/2yrs now and no ...
A: If you're referring to a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), that's a fairly routine test done by infertility ...
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| Clomed after miscarrige | 3/3/2004 |
Q: I have a two year old already and was trying for a 2nd pregnancy. No health problems. I did get ...
A: Sorry to hear about your losses... Clomid is generally prescribed for women who don't ovulate ...
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| menstral bleeding | 3/1/2004 |
Q: I am 40 years old and have been trying to get pregnant for some time now. About 5 years ago I had 3 ...
A: There are many different reasons for having bleeding every 2 weeks. Since it's not normal to have ...
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| Clomid | 2/18/2004 |
Q: i have 3 problems, not ovulating,increased prolactine levels and my female hormone levels too ...
A: If your female hormone levels are low, you're not ovulating, and your prolactin is increased, these ...
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| Estrogen too high?? | 2/17/2004 |
Q: After 2 years of unexplained infertility,we conceived on our first cycle of IUI w/ Clomid. Now ...
A: High estrogen doesn't cause hyperstimulation per se, but can be a marker for hyperstimulation. In ...
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| holitstic approach to fertility | 2/13/2004 |
Q: My husb and I have now exhausted our finances and insurance coverage for fertility. The issue ...
A: Diet and exercise may indeed correct certain hormone imbalances, depending upon the type. I've ...
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| secondary infertility | 2/10/2004 |
Q: my husband and I have a 5 year old daughter. We tried for 1 year to get pregnant with her and just ...
A: If the shot (RhoGAM) was given at the appropriate time in your last pregnancy, and if it was given ...
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| Progesterone | 1/27/2004 |
Q: My history: I am 43. I have been on clomid 3 cycles because I was not ovulating. After the 1st round ...
A: Sorry to hear you've been on Clomid, which generally isn't very effective in women over 40. A ...
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| metformin and clomid | 1/26/2004 |
Q: I have pcos and have been on metformin for one year....actually my general md put me on it for high ...
A: It saddens me that you seem to be more informed than you say your doctor is - It's often NOT in ...
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| 35 YRS old and trying to conceive | 1/20/2004 |
Q: I am 35 years old and NOW trying to conceive.In September 2003, I started having irregular and ...
A: 1. what possible explanation(s) could there be for all this? Could it be because I am 30 pounds ...
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| Hot baths and trouble concieving? | 12/4/2003 |
Q: I am 28 years old and have been trying to concieve for 13 months now with no luck. I'm sure you ...
A: There's no evidence that hot baths decrease female fertility. There's great evidence, however, that ...
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| trying to conceive | 12/3/2003 |
Q: I have dramatically irregular cycles. I can go 3 to 6 months without a period. My son is 2 and we ...
A: The Ovulite, in my professional opinion, shouldn't be used. I was told by independent investigators ...
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| pre-mature ovarian disfunction | 11/8/2003 |
Q: I am a 37 year old woman who is experiencing hot flashes. I have had three FSH tests. One of them ...
A: No, they're not always a sign of meopause. Yes, some of my patients with differing FSH levels have ...
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| Fertility help | 10/2/2003 |
Q: I'm 25, married and in good health. I have been reading a lot about Herbs for fertility. I have ...
A: In general, chasteberry does nothing to enhance fertility (despite what you've read). Dong Quai is ...
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| Clomid | 8/19/2003 |
Q: I am a 31 y/o female and have been taking clomid therapy since August 1995. I have been taking it ...
A: I'm hoping you mean you took it for 5 days per menstrual cycle each time you took it.... On ...
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| male infertility | 8/5/2003 |
Q: My husband has been on asthma medication, including inhaled steroids, for most of his 37 years. ...
A: Long-term corticosteroids may indeed affect sperm. If you are concerned, you can have a semen ...
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| Clomid and metformin | 7/16/2003 |
Q: Dr. Roseff - I was put on clomid 50 mg last year due to low progesterone (9). I conceived but then ...
A: As there are multiple potential reproductive as well as health consequences of PCOS, it's critical ...
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| POCs | 7/5/2003 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for 2 years. After the first year, I started seeing a fertility ...
A: There's absolutely no way for me to make a diagnosis from afar (unfortunately), but I can tell you ...
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| Research | 6/15/2003 |
Q: Dr. Roseff--Hi! I am a writer under contract and need some research information concerning ...
A: To answer: Can an infection after an abortion make a woman infertile? ==> Yes, it can. Can an ...
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| Weight and infertility | 5/21/2003 |
Q: How does being obese effect fertility and responce to fertility medications? For someone who is ...
A: Obesity generally lowers the odds of pregnancy (even with fertility meds/treatments), increases the ...
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| baby girl | 5/9/2003 |
Q: I have planned to be pregnant in mid summer. First I would like to know what I must do before ...
A: You need to sit down with your doctor and discuss your plans for pregnancy. He/she can review all ...
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| PCOS | 4/16/2003 |
Q: I am 33 years old an in good health i was diagnosed with PCOS in 1997 and put on the pill. I am now ...
A: You may be best served by seeing a board certified reproductive endocrinologist before you attempt ...
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| progesterone | 3/27/2003 |
Q: I have been seeing a specialist for about 2 years. I've currently went back to clomid. Last time I ...
A: You really can't tell about pregnancy based on a progesterone level. The more tabs of Clomid you ...
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| infertility and endometriosis and PCOS | 2/5/2003 |
Q: Over 2 years ago, I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and a year ago I was diagnosed ...
A: Endometriosis tends to get worse with time, but not always. Polycystic ovarian syndrome doesn't ...
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| Tubal Pregnancy | 12/9/2002 |
Q: Roseff, I wrote to you last week regarding my apparant "chemical pregnancy." As a reminder, I went ...
A: It really irks me that your doctor hasn't explained anything to you, Amy. If you might have an ...
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| Bio-Chemical Pregnancy | 12/7/2002 |
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for 2+ years. The only clear problem that has been found is low ...
A: I'm SO sorry to hear about your loss.... To answer your questions: 1. What is a bio-chemical ...
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| Clomid after miscarriage | 11/25/2002 |
Q: I am 26 years old without major health problems diagnosed with infertlity in May due to anovulation. ...
A: Sorry to hear about your loss :( To answer: Why could this be? ==> If everything is "perfect", it ...
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| Fertility | 10/12/2002 |
Q: 15 years ago at the age of 22 I was diagnosed with having an ovarian cyst. The gynaecologist ...
A: Smoking and drinking may have an adverse effect on your partner's sperm. You should consider having ...
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| high tsh level and abnormal periods | 7/2/2002 |
Q: Roseff: I am 32 yo and have been ttc #1 for nine months. In March, my periods stopped. I've had ...
A: You should definitely see a reproductive endocrinologist. A high TSH can most definitely cause ...
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| after clomid | 6/10/2002 |
Q: so what happens if 150 mg of clomid doesnt work? I have follicles forming but am still not ...
A: Some women ovulate later on Clomid, so if you ovulate on day 19, your progesterone level is SUPPOSED ...
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| early period with clomid | 5/12/2002 |
Q: I was wondering what some causes for an early period after taking clomid might be? I started on day ...
A: Some causes of early bleeding on Clomid include, and aren't limited to: a) Luteal phase defect ...
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| endometriosis | 5/4/2002 |
Q: Dr. Roseff, My husband (age 31) and I (age 29) have been trying to conceive for 2 1/2 years. We ...
A: Treating Stage III endometriosis, whether with laser or other type of surgery, has been shown to ...
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| Malformed Uterus | 5/3/2002 |
Q: Roseff, I am 30, never been pregnant, perfectly healthy, normal weight, etc., and my husband I have ...
A: If you simply have an "arcuate" configuration to your uterus, this is generally considered a normal ...
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| My doctor told me I have only one working tube | 5/2/2002 |
Q: I recently had surgery to remove some scare tissue and a cyst while my Dr. was operating he noticed ...
A: Try to see a qualified reproductive endocrinologist or fertility specialist. A doc who tells you to ...
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| Gonadotrophins and Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease | 4/28/2002 |
Q: Roseff: I have a 10 yr. eating disorder history now under control for 5 yrs---the cause of my ...
A: Injectable fertility drugs used to be manufactured from human pituitary extracts, but since that WAS ...
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| Ovulation and Fertility | 4/9/2002 |
Q: I am 30 and my husband is 39. I went off the pill in October and my husband and I have been trying ...
A: You are most fertile the day you ovulate, though you may conceive by having relations up to a few ...
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| Pre-menstral bleeding | 4/1/2002 |
Q: I am 26 and have endometriosis. I had a laporoscopy when I was 17. Two years ago I decided to go ...
A: To answer your questions: Could this pre-menstral bleeding be keeping me from getting pregnant? ==> ...
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| lesbian couples getting pregnant without sperm | 2/15/2002 |
Q: I would love any information you have on lesbian couples getting pregnant without sperm. I recently ...
A: We're not there yet. You can read one of the recent stories about this at ...
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| Empty Follicles | 2/7/2002 |
Q: I have had 6 failed IUIs but responded well to clomid & Follistim (based on follicles numbers and E2 ...
A: Since our IVF pregnancy success rates are amongst the highest in the world, and since many women ...
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| Obtaining Drugs | 2/3/2002 |
Q: Roseff, We are a couple living in the U.K.. We have one failed attempt of I.V.F. behind us and are ...
A: We've had couples come here to W.E. C.A.R.E. from the U.K. to undergo highly successful IVF (see our ...
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