Thursday, October 4, 2012

Contraceptive Options For Women



While some women are desperately trying to conceive, some no longer want to have more kids. This of course is a decision every family needs to make because for one, raising up to three children is difficult not to mention expensive.

Today there are many choices for birth control. Frisco OB GYN Dr. Weinstein states, “Women no longer have to deal with the annoying side effects of their regular birth control pills or worry about long lasting side effects.”

What are your options?

Women usually ask their gynecologists which is the best form of birth control. The short answer is there is no such thing as the best birth control method because each has its advantages and disadvantages. What gynecologists know is that couples have the ability to control whether or not they want to become parents or when they will conceive. Choosing a birth control method is never easy since there are a lot of things to take into consideration that is why it is always a good idea for you to talk to your doctor about it. Before choosing a particular method you should think about the following: your general health, how often you engage in sexual intercourse, the number of sexual partners, wanting kids one day or not wanting them at all, effectiveness of the method of choice, possible side effects, and how comfortable you will be with a certain method. It is interesting to note that most birth control methods also fail –nothing works 100% but of course, your chances of conceiving is at their lowest if you use birth control.

Types of Birth Control

Abstinence –In some nations specifically religious ones, abstinence is encouraged. If you have the discipline and the right conditioning to be abstinent until the time you decide to have a child, then this is the perfect method for you.

Natural Family Planning – If you do not really want anything inserted in your vaginal region or do not want to take contraceptive pills, natural family planning is the way to go. One has to note however that even if your menstruation is regular and you know when you are most fertile, this cycle can change and in turn will change the days where it is safest to have sex without conceiving.

Barrier Methods – Putting up a block or a barrier in your vagina to keep sperm from entering is also another birth control method. This includes the use of contraceptive sponges, cervical caps, female condoms, and male condoms.

Hormonal Methods – This involves pregnancy prevention by interfering with ovulation. The use of oral contraceptives is the most popular in this category. However, the pill isn’t a good idea for women who smoke, are older than 35, have a history of cancer, and blood clots. The use of antibiotics will also reduce the effectiveness of pills. Shots and injections, patches, and vaginal rings are also popular hormonal birth control methods.

Implantable Devices – These devices are implanted or inserted in the body. IUDs or intrauterine devices, for example, prevent sperm from entering this part of the body or release progestin to keep sperm from reaching the egg. Implantable rods are also another choice.

Permanent Birth Control – For those who no longer want to have kids, sterilization is a good choice. Essure is a good example of non-invasive birth control. Another type is surgical sterilization in women. Vasectomy is another way but this is specific for men.




Monday, September 24, 2012

Conceiving: Causes of Infertility in Women and Solutions



Getting pregnant as a concept has been over simplified by society according to healthcare professionals who have seen many couples struggle to conceive. The process of conception to birth is an complex one to the point that it can even be mind-boggling. With every intricate process whatever process this may be, it is but natural for things to go wrong. On the infertility front, there is a long list of causes that fertility professionals have to deal with. One has to know that sometimes the causes are found relatively quick and also have solutions that are relatively easy. There are those times when doctors cannot find what is wrong.

Female Infertility

One cause of female infertility are hormonal imbalances including those that result in flawed egg development or ovulatory dysfunction. Other causes include ovulatory disorders, damage in the fallopian tube, pelvic adhesions, among others.

General Health

The general health of a woman trying to conceive is also taken into consideration when testing for infertility. Your age for example is a very big factor because a woman’s reproductive ability somehow diminishes when they turn 35. Your diet also plays a vital role when trying to conceive since body cells cannot do their functions properly when in a toxic environment. This means that women trying to conceive should not take in too much caffeine and should eat a balanced diet. Vitamin C deficiency and other nutritional deficiencies can also affect one’s ability to be with child. Of course, it is needless to say that alcohol or drug dependency will not result to the healthy environment that body cells need to survive. Alcohol and drugs makes for poor health and according to experts usually causes infertility. A woman’s lifestyle is also something one should take into consideration. If you are too stressed out, always lack sleep or do not do the right amount of exercise, your ability to conceive can be affected as well.

Solutions

The solution differs from one woman to the next which means that solutions are tailored fit for each woman trying to conceive. If you’ve tried and still have no success conceiving there are doctors dedicated to fertility preservation. Frisco has the best fertility specialists with onsite labs to increase chances of conception. If you have questions concerning infertility, the specialists at Frisco Institute for Reproductive Medicine can certainly answer them. Frisco is fortunate enough to have their practice here. Their own, Dr Mehta was recently named a RISING STAR for 2012 by Texas Super Doctors!


Thursday, September 13, 2012

Bio-Identical Hormone Pellets, Hormone Replacement Cream Alternative


Hormone pellets were introduced in the latter part of the 30s for the benefit of many women. The use of pellets however became unpopular in the United States in the 70s but are now slowly regaining their foothold on the US market. Hormone pellets are still widely used in European countries since their invention.

For post-menopausal women and peri-menopausal ones, hormonal imbalance can be quite a problem. If you do not see any changes from hormone therapy, many US doctors advise the insertion of hormone pellets. Those who get pellets usually have renewed energy as well as a heightened sense of well-being. This means there is an increase in sexual desire and satisfaction. Aside from such benefits, hormone pellets are also more convenient than having to take pills on a daily basis or to apply hormone creams. Pellets usually last three to four months but since the insertion of these pellets are quick and easy, you can basically get it done within an hour or two and get back to what you are doing afterwards. Hormone therapy improves one’s well-being but even with such benefits, many women are still concerned whether hormone pellets are safe. Hormone pellets are of course very safe and they only secret natural bio-identical female hormones. Bio-identical hormones are the same as the hormones that women release inside the body. The hormones released by pellets will not intervene with other bodily functions and will not affect the liver or the bloodstream since they are only absorbed by the fatty areas of the body. According to experts, hormone pellets are like tiny ovaries that produce female hormones continuously.

Dr. White of Azure Med Spa says that she has been prescribing Bio-Identical Hormones for many years and is now happy to be offering Bio-Identical Hormone Pellets in Frisco, TX.


Monday, September 10, 2012

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