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Clinical Approach to Pregnancy and Fertility
A comprehensive health assessment of both partners includes medical history, lifestyle factors, and potential risks that could impact fertility or pregnancy. Guidance on maintaining a healthy weight, balanced diet, exercise, and avoiding harmful substances (e.g., smoking, alcohol) is crucial for optimizing fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Taking prenatal vitamins, particularly folic acid, before conception helps prevent birth defects and supports a healthy pregnancy. If either partner has chronic health conditions, managing these conditions before conception is essential to reduce pregnancy-related risks. Assessing ovarian function, egg quality, and the condition of the reproductive organs through tests like hormone levels and ultrasound. Semen analysis helps assess sperm count, motility, and morphology to understand male fertility. Monitoring ovulation using methods like basal body temperature tracking and ovulation predictor kits can help optimize timing for conception.
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Dr. Gaurav Mittal
MBBS, MCE, Clinical Embryologist
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