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Pregnancy can be one of the most wonderful periods of a woman’s life, but it also hides many surprises and challenges.

We will present you some interesting and curious facts related to the waiting period of your little big man.

• During pregnancy, a woman needs only 300 calories more per day, which is equivalent to one fruit and a glass of yogurt.The cliché “eat for two” does not apply.

• In some cases, hormonal changes have a beneficial effect on hair, skin and nails.Many women have healthier and shinier hair during pregnancy than before they became pregnant.

• The baby’s fingerprints are formed 3 months after the beginning of pregnancy.Once formed, they do not change for the rest of a person’s life.

• The average duration of pregnancy in women is 280 days.This equates to 10 obstetric (lunar) months or 9 calendar months and another 1 week

• The human embryo has a tail that disappears in the 10th week of pregnancy

• The sucking reflex begins to work in the womb.The baby starts sucking his thumb as early as the 15th week.

• From the beginning of the second trimester of pregnancy, your baby can hear sounds.They can even recognize the songs they listened to during their development in the womb.

• During pregnancy, the joints become more elastic due to the production of the hormone relaxin.Relaxin is a hormone produced by the corpus luteum and placenta during pregnancy.He loosens the ties, preparing the pelvis for the future birth.

• The volume of blood in the body during pregnancy increases from 40 to 50%.This extra amount supports the necessary flow of oxygen needed for a normal pregnancy.

• The placenta is the most important organ that is formed during pregnancy and performs many functions.An interesting fact about it is that it develops 50 kilometers of new blood vessels.

SHOPPING DURING PREGNANCY

Female infertility factor is the cause of about one third of all infertility cases. The reasons why a woman cannot get pregnant naturally are numerous, and the treatment varies depending on the case. In this article we will highlight the most common of them.

OVULATION DISORDERS

Ovulation disorders occur in nearly 40% of women with infertility. Among them, the most common are polycystic ovarian syndrome and premature ovarian insufficiency.

Hypothalamic dysfunctions (disorders of the secretion of luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormone), as well as increased prolactin secretion (hyperprolactinemia) also lead to ovulatory problems.

ENDOMETRIOSIS

Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium spreads to other anatomical structures: fallopian tubes, ovaries, intestines, bladder and others. This leads to the formation of scar tissue that can block the fallopian tubes and prevent sperm from reaching the egg, therefore preventing fertilization.

TUBAL INFERTILITY

Obstruction of the fallopian tubes can be a consequence of endometriosis, genital infections (gonorrhea, chlamydia, etc.), abdominal surgery. It prevents fertilization as well as the movement of the embryo to the uterine cavity (implantation).

One of the mandatory tests in the diagnosis of infertility is hysterosalpingography – a procedure that assesses the level of obstruction of the fallopian tubes.

UTERINE FIBROIDS

Fibroids are benign tumors (very rarely malignant) that originate in the muscular layer of the uterus. There are different types of fibroids: subserous – those that grow towards the abdominal cavity, intramural – inside the muscle itself, submucosal – growing inward to the uterine cavity. They can lead to infertility, as they:

-Change the position of the cervix, which reduces the number of sperm entering the uterus;

– Change the shape of the uterus, which can interfere with sperm movement or implantation of the fertilized egg;

– Block the fallopian tubes;

– Reduce blood flow to the uterus, which prevents the implantation of the embryo.

STRUCTURAL DISORDERS

In this category fall various congenital anomalies in the shape of the uterus – unicornuate, bicornuate uterus, etc. Adhesions due to uterine infections, injuries and surgery can disrupt implantation, leading to infertility.

AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES

Autoimmune diseases cause the immune system to attack normal body tissues, which it usually ignores. Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or rheumatoid arthritis, can affect fertility. The mechanisms for this are not fully understood, but are thought to be related to inflammatory reactions.

WHEN TO VISIT A REPRODUCTIVE SPECIALIST?

When to seek help usually depends on your age:

By the age of 35, most doctors recommend one year of trying to conceive before testing.

If you are between 35 and 40 years old, discuss your concerns with your doctor after six months of trying.

If you are over 40, your doctor may suggest testing right away.

Your doctor may also recommend some tests without waiting if you have a disease that is known to affect fertility.

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