All articles tagged with #fertility issues
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The article discusses how the hair loss medication finasteride, popular among young men, may cause fertility issues, including low sperm count, as illustrated by a case where a man experienced significantly reduced sperm levels after taking the drug.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
A preprint study from Mayo Clinic suggests that puberty blockers may cause long-term fertility problems in boys with gender dysphoria, potentially leading to permanent impacts such as sex gland atrophy and testicular microlithiasis. The study raises concerns about the use of puberty-blocking drugs, linking them to increased risks of testicular cancer and other health issues. Experts caution against the growing rush to gender-affirming treatments, emphasizing the need for safer and more effective approaches for those with gender dysphoria.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
A new study suggests that around 80% of Americans have been exposed to the plant pesticide chlormequat, which has been linked to fertility and growth issues in animals. The study found that exposure to chlormequat in rats resulted in reduced sperm motility, decreased male testosterone levels, delayed onset of puberty, and decreased weights of male reproductive organs. The chemical is found in many oat-based foods, including Cheerios and Quaker Old Fashioned Oats, with higher levels detected than deemed safe by the Environmental Working Group. While the EPA has stated there are no adverse risks in humans, the EWG recommends consuming organic oat products to reduce exposure to the chemical.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by YourTango
A man on Reddit didn't tell his girlfriend about his infertility because they both initially didn't want kids, but now she wants to have a child and is furious that he kept this information from her. Despite his firm stance against having more kids, she's rethinking her child-free stance, leading to a difficult situation. While many feel he did nothing wrong, experts emphasize the importance of transparency in relationships, especially regarding important issues like fertility and views on having children.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Jill Duggar opens up about her concerns regarding her ability to have more children and her father's reaction to it. She discusses the pressure she felt growing up in a belief system that emphasized having many children and the mind games she played about her desires. Jill's husband, Derick Dillard, highlights the toxic aspects of the culture they were raised in, including a sense of hierarchy based on the number of children. Jill sought a fertility specialist after her second son faced health problems, but her father dismissed her concerns. The couple ultimately decided to take birth control, initially keeping it a secret, as Jill felt both devastated and relieved about her fertility situation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
TV host Maria Menounos and her husband Keven Undergaro have welcomed their daughter Athena Alexandra via surrogate. After a decade of fertility issues and undergoing IVF treatments, the couple finally had their "miracle baby" at the end of last month. Maria, who had previously battled stage two pancreatic cancer and type one diabetes, expressed her joy and gratitude for their new addition. The couple chose the name Athena, inspired by the Greek Goddess of war and wisdom.