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Fertility

Get effective tips to prepare your body to conceive a child, cope with infertility treatments or preserve your fertility window.

8 Ways to Prep Your Body for Pregnancy

When you’re ready to become a mom, get your body in the best possible shape to conceive and carry a child.

How to Cope with Infertility Treatment

Infertility often causes major stress for both partners, but mindfulness can help you handle the challenges and reclaim your life.

8 Ways to Boost Men's Fertility

The healthier you live now, the better your odds of getting your partner pregnant and becoming a dad.

Is Egg Freezing Right for You?

Freezing eggs can extend your fertility window, but there are drawbacks and uncertainties to consider.

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    Is Egg Freezing Right for You?

    Egg freezing can extend fertility, but first weigh the drawbacks and unknowns.

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    Male Testosterone Loss

    Decreases in male hormones can impact a man’s quality of life and health. Here’s when and how to treat.

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    10 Simple Ways to Cope with Stress

    To improve your health, learn how to identify and deal with everyday stress.

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    Toni J. Brayer

    Toni J. Brayer, M.D.

    Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

    How do I know if my heart is healthy enough for sex?

    This is a common question from anyone who has had a heart attack or has been diagnosed with a heart problem. The Scientific Journal, Circulation, reported on thousands of patients with coronary artery disease w... continue reading  about  How do I know if my heart is healthy enough for sex?

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    What is the recovery time from a hysterectomy?

    Recovery from hysterectomy is a highly personal and unique experience that is both physical and emotional. For many women, the absolute finality of childbearing can be very saddening. The amount of postoperativ... continue reading  about  What is the recovery time from a hysterectomy?

    Astrin Damayanti

    Astrin Damayanti, R.D.

    Sutter Gould Medical Foundation

    I'm a woman (51) who has diabetes. I read recently that women with diabetes have a much greater risk of developing heart disease than those who don't have it. Why is this, and what can I do to protect myself from heart problems?

    Statistics have shown that the leading causes of death among people with diabetes are heart disease and stroke. That is because people with diabetes often times have hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and they... continue reading  about  I'm a woman (51) who has diabetes. I read recently that women with diabetes have a much greater risk of developing heart disease than those who don't have it. Why is this, and what can I do to protect myself from heart problems?

    Susan Maayah

    Susan Maayah, M.D.

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Since I went through menopause, I am getting more UTIs. Is this normal? Why does it happen?

    Frequent urinary tract infections (UTI) after menopause are common due to lack of the estrogen hormone which keeps the vaginal and periurethral tissues healthy and able to withstand most bacteria that enters in... continue reading  about  Since I went through menopause, I am getting more UTIs. Is this normal? Why does it happen?

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    I get these little white bumps around my eyes/eyelids that come and go. I know these are common, but I heard they could actually be a sign of high cholesterol?

    Milia are pin-head sized white bumps on the face, often around the eyes. They are tiny cysts caused by "clogged oil glands" and are distantly related to the tendency for acne. Using greasy creams can create mil... continue reading  about  I get these little white bumps around my eyes/eyelids that come and go. I know these are common, but I heard they could actually be a sign of high cholesterol?

    Robert Altman

    Robert Altman, M.D.

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    If I have a C-section with my first pregnancy, does that mean I will have to have one for any future pregnancies?

    A trial of labor after cesarean section (TOLAC) is reasonable for many women who have undergone a prior C-section. Research indicates that 60-80 percent of women have a successful vaginal birth after having a s... continue reading  about  If I have a C-section with my first pregnancy, does that mean I will have to have one for any future pregnancies?

    Alexander M. Reyzelman

    Alexander M. Reyzelman, DPM

    SEBMF HMO Network

    What does it mean when I keep getting cramps in my toes and occasionally my calves? I have a heart condition and was wondering if the cramps could have something to do with poor circulation?

    Typically muscle cramps that are associated with poor circulation occur only during walking. Classical symptoms of poor circulation are the calves feeling heavy and fatigued, and the person needing to stop and ... continue reading  about  What does it mean when I keep getting cramps in my toes and occasionally my calves? I have a heart condition and was wondering if the cramps could have something to do with poor circulation?

    Karen Handy

    Karen Handy, M.P.H.

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    I am trying to prevent osteoporosis. What supplements and foods are best?

    There's a lot we can do to help prevent osteoporosis, a "weakening" of the bones that can happen over time as we age (osteoporosis literally means "porous bones"). Both exercise and calcium intake can help keep... continue reading  about  I am trying to prevent osteoporosis. What supplements and foods are best?

    C. Scott Walthour

    C. Scott Walthour, M.D.

    Sutter Gould Medical Foundation

    Why might I get swelling behind my knee when I run?

    Swelling is a common concern when dealing with knee pain and knee injuries. Besides the appearance of a swollen knee, many patients complain of the discomfort and lack of motion that may coincide with the knee ... continue reading  about  Why might I get swelling behind my knee when I run?

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