Genetics

Gene mutation may be linked to unexplained female infertility

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital and Rice University have uncovered a gene mutation that may provide answers to unexplained female infertility. The study appears in Scientific Reports, ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Uterine glands vital for embryo growth, successful pregnancies

The majority of pregnancy losses occur during the first trimester, when biological communication between the embryo and mother is critical for the establishment of the pregnancy. Scientists and doctors have known for several ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Should hypothyroidism in pregnancy be treated?

When a woman becomes pregnant, many changes occur in her body. One of those changes is in the levels of various hormones produced by the body.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Women's wellness: pregnant later in life

Are you considering pregnancy after 35? Understand the issues for older mothers - and know what it takes to have a healthy pregnancy.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

'Morning sickness' linked to lower miscarriage risk: study

Morning sickness is linked to a lower risk of miscarriage, according to research out Monday that suggests a woman's nausea and vomiting early in pregnancy may have protective effects for the fetus.

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