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Three main infertility problems in Singapore
These are endometriosis, ovulation problems and male factors, says gynaecologist.
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East meets West at new fertility clinic
An estimated 10 to 15% of couples fail to conceive within their first year. |
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High blood pressure linked with fertility treatment
Investigators conclude the increased risk is mostly explained by the higher frequency of pregnancies with multiple fetuses.
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Nursing mothers who smoke harm babies' sleep: study
Nicotine can be passed to infants via breast milk. |
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Breastfeeding has no impact on asthma risk: study
It does nothing to reduce the risk of developing allergies.
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Contraceptive pill may reduce cancer risk for women: study
But there are risks for those who use it for more than 8 years.
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Serious pregnancy complication may result from low Vit D levels
They are at increased risk for pre-eclampsia, which may lead to seizures, kidney failure or stroke.
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Surgeons remove gallbladder through vagina
Procedure leaves no visible scar, unlike cutting through the heavily muscled abdominal wall in traditional methods.
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Purging disorder in women little known
Previously, there was anorexia and bulimia; now, add purging disorder to the list.
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'Yeast infection' very often not the real thing
Other causes of vaginal itching include STDs, dry skin, or inflammation.
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Sleep trouble not an inevitable part of pregnancy
Getting enough sleep can mean shorter labours, lower C-section risk.
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Exercise during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage
Those who exercise strenuously during the first trimester ran the highest risk.
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A drink a day ups breast cancer risk: study
Breast cancer jumped by 30% with more than three drinks a day.
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Bird flu can pass from mother to foetus
The deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu can be passed through the placenta.
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