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Becoming a father at 50: what’s the biological limit for men?

Becoming a father at 50: what’s the biological limit for men?

Posted by | 20 Sep, 2017 | , | 0 |

Due to their ability to continue producing new sperm, men remain fertile for longer than women. However, studies show that the sperm produced by men around the age of 60 does not have the same fertility potential as that of a 25-year-old, because from the age of 45 onward, the potential for fertilisation and conception through intercourse is reduced. So how does ageing affect male fertility? For starters, it has been shown to affect the production of hormones and sperm, and while there is still much to investigate, available data and results show that as with any other cell in the body, the...

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What do you know about polycystic ovaries?

What do you know about polycystic ovaries?

Posted by | 5 Apr, 2017 | | 0 |

There is generally some confusion about this matter. To start with, the name suggests the presence of multiple cysts in the ovary. However, they aren’t cysts, but follicles, i.e., developing eggs. What’s more, the term has become very popular because many young girls’ ovaries “look polycystic” but function normally. The reason for this is that their ovaries haven’t matured yet and the problem usually disappears with time. What’s known as “polycystic ovary syndrome” is a more complex endocrine disorder caused by a hormone imbalance. If you want to learn more about it, read this post. What is the cause? It’s not known...

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