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infertility

Patient Story

‘A happy place’

Insulin dependent and overwhelmed, MacKenzie Wells took charge of her diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome—and overhauled her life.

The origin of polycystic ovary syndrome?

Study: A gene involved in male hormone production may affect development of the condition.

Patient Story

‘Only 2 percent survive’

After Turner Syndrome stunted her growth throughout childhood, Grace Ward is finally seeing possibilities open for her.

When treating infertility, vitamin D levels may be key

Those seeking to get pregnant should talk with their doctors about their levels of the sunshine vitamin.

Patient Story

‘Beauty in the battle’

Emily Rickert lost a loved one to breast cancer. Two weeks later, at age 24, she was diagnosed.

Sperm counts continue to decline in Western nations

How this might affect long-term male fertility isn't clear.

Patient Story

‘Our hearts and hands are truly full’

After years of dealing with infertility, Amanda and Tim Van Horssen welcome their third set of twins.

Patient Story

Gabe’s story

Gabe Dehen, 2, has a terminal genetic condition—but his parents are clinging to hope for a miracle.

Patient Story

Misunderstood, undiagnosed

A patient with polycystic ovary syndrome urges women to ask questions until they get the answers they need.

Almost 3 in 10 women get pregnant naturally after fertility treatments

Most conceptions occurred within two years of stopping assisted reproduction therapies.

Scientists spot ‘switch’ that helps sperm penetrate egg

Finding could eventually lead to unisex birth control or improved infertility treatments.

Thinking about having a baby?

This may be the time to talk to your man about his sperm quality and quantity.