Does PCOS Put Women at Risk for Other Conditions?
Women with PCOS can be at an increased risk for developing several other conditions.
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Endometrial Cancer Symptoms
The most common symptom caused by endometrial cancer is abnormal vaginal
bleeding. This bleeding may at first look watery and slightly bloody
and could soon develop into heavier vaginal bleeding.
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Endometrial Cancer: Diagnosis and Staging
If you have any symptoms related to endometrial cancer, with the most common being abnormal vaginal bleeding, it is important to visit your doctor right away and undergo the appropriate testing.
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Causes of Abnormal Endometrial Lining
What are the causes of an abnormal endometrial lining?
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Introduction to Endometrial Cancer: Causes and Risk Factors
Endometrial cancer develops in the lining of the uterus, also called the
endometrium. Endometrial cancer is the most common form of uterine
cancer.
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Early Ovulation
Is early ovulation a problem?
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Adenomyosis and In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Adenomyosis is the thickening of the uterine lining caused by abnormal growth of endometrial tissue.
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Progesterone-Induced Endometrial Withdrawal and IUI Outcome
According to a study published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology, progesterone-induced menses may have a negative effect on intra-uterine insemination (IUI) success.
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Endometrial Development During Intrauterine Insemination
According to a study of more than 2,900 patients, endometrium
development may plan a more important part in the success of
intrauterine insemination than doctors think.
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Endometrial Injury to Improve Embryo Implantation
In some medical cases, embryo implantation may be improved by
injuring the endometrial lining. Injury is defined as scratching the
lining of the uterus though researchers in Leichester UK are not sure
how effective the treatment really is.
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The Choosy Uterus: Why Not All Embryos Implant
The uterus may perform quality control tests on a fertilized egg before determining if it wants to accept the embryo, according to new research.
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What Tests are Used to Diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?
There is no single test to diagnose PCOS. Your doctor will take a medical history, perform a physical exam - possibly including an ultrasound, check your hormone levels, and measure glucose, or sugar levels, in the blood.
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Roll of Progesterone in Fertility, Pregnancy and Corpus Luteum
Progesterone is a steroid hormone initially secreted by the corpus luteum, an area in the ovary which develops after ovulation.
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Why Is An Endometrial Biopsy Done?
Why is an endometrial biopsy performed?
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Endometrium: How Thick Should My Uterine Lining Be?
How thick should the uterine lining be? The lining of the inside of the uterus is also called 'endometrium.' A normal uterine lining is necessary in order to conceive and maintain a pregnancy.
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The Lining Of My Uterus Is Thin: What Can I Do?
The endometrium, the lining of the uterus, is needed for implantation of the embryo. Lining problems are usually not a major cause of infertility, but what can be done about thin uterine lining?
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Endometrium - Quality And Thickness And Implantation
Endometrial thickness is an important aspect to assess (via ultrasound) to determine whether it's ready for implantation.
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Cycles Too Short
Are short menstrual cycles a problem?
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