Infertility Causes
By Britta Dinsmore, Ph.D., ORM Psychologist If someone close to you is struggling with infertility, you probably have some understanding of the feelings of grief and loss they have in relation to not having a child. What may be less obvious are the many different layers and types of grief that can be associated with […]
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The impact of infertility is far-reaching, and often times we forget that infertility is something that many men struggle with. So what exactly is male infertility, what causes it, and where do you go from here? You’re asking the right questions—and you’re not alone. Here are some questions you may be asking yourself about male […]
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April 23 -29, 2017 is National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW), a brief seven days when we shine a light on this important topic. The CDC reports that 1 in 8 couples experience infertility when trying to become pregnant (2006-2010 National Survey of Family Growth, CDC). It is more common than […]
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Over the past 5 years, we have more information on the potential impact of cell phones and male fertility. Newer studies have attempted to look at what aspects of cell phone usage may be responsible for the changes seen in sperm count, sperm movement, and potential fertility. What We Currently Know about Cell Phone Usage […]
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What’s the difference between sterility and infertility? Sometimes these terms are used interchangeably, but they actually describe two different conditions—each with their own treatment options. What is Sterility? One common definition of sterility is the inability to create offspring (children) as a result of a procedure—such as tubal ligation, hysterectomy, or vasectomy. Tubal ligation, also […]
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What is Infertility? Defined broadly by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), infertility encompasses not only the traditional understanding of the inability to achieve pregnancy after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse for women under 35, or six months for those 35 and older, but also situations where medical intervention is necessary. This may […]
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Trying for months without a viable pregnancy is called infertility, and it affects millions of Americans. Male factor infertility is a common experience for couples. In fact, it may be the cause in nearly 50 percent of all infertility cases. The CDC estimated in 2002 that 7.5 percent of all men younger than 45 who […]
Read MoreInfertility Options in Oregon When it comes to infertility options in Oregon, Oregon Reproductive Medicine has some of the highest pregnancy success rates in the country – up to 80% live-birth success in women under 35. Planning Around Infertility Oregon Reproductive Medicine, a fertility and family planning clinic in Portland, Oregon, has some of the […]
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When facing a diagnosis of infertility, couples who have been struggling to conceive can turn to fertility clinics such as ORM Fertility to reverse some of the issues that may be causing infertility. With various treatments ranging from changes in lifestyle to medication to medical procedures, there are many ways of addressing and even reversing […]
Read MoreWhat is Infertility? While sometimes used synonymously, “infertility” and “sterility” are two separate medical conditions. “Sterility” is an inability to conceive a child. Infertility is the reduced or lack of ability to conceive and carry a child, whether it be temporary or permanent. Infertility has both a primary and secondary component. “Primary Infertility” refers to […]
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