In this series of articles, Dr. John Payne and Dr. John Nichols of Piedmont Reproductive Endocrinology Group, P.A. (PREG) discuss the various components of reproductive endocrinology and review how it relates to matters of pregnancy and fertility. The doctors also share the facts on infertility rates and the various treatment options available today.
What is Reproductive Endocrinology?
Find out what this medical specialty entails.
What to Ask Your Reproductive Endocrinologist
How to prepare for your first appointment.
Do You Need a Reproductive Endocrinologist If You’re Not Trying To Conceive?
Even if you’re not trying to have a baby, you can still benefit from seeing a reproductive endocrinologist.
How Long Should You Wait Before Fertility Testing?
Find out when it’s time to see a doctor about infertility.
How Much Does Infertility Treatment Cost?
Learn about the costs involved in infertility treatment.
How to Cope With Infertility
Infertility can be an emotionally trying condition. Get some tips on how to cope.
Do Lubricants Prevent Pregnancy?
Find out if the use of lubricants can reduce your chances of getting pregnant.
Can Birth Control Cause Infertility?
Find out if there’s a link between birth control and infertility.
Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period?
Discover whether or not there’s some truth to this much-argued notion.
How Age Affects Fertility
Find out how age affects fertility rates.
Stress and Infertility
Learn about the link between stress and fertility problems.
What Is Secondary Infertility?
Secondary infertility can be a truly heartbreaking problem.
What Is Unexplained Infertility?
Unexplained infertility doesn’t mean that there isn’t a problem - it simply means that the problem can’t be identified.
What Is Endometriosis?
Learn about this frightening condition that can cause infertility.
What Is PCOS?
Get the facts about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
How Does PCOS Affect Fertility?
Find out how PCOS can make it more difficult for a woman to get pregnant.
Will Fertility Drugs Make You Have Twins?
Find out if fertility medication will increase your chances of multiple births.
How to Prepare For Getting Pregnant
Get some tips on how to gear up for this major step.
Do Ovulation Predictor Kits Work?
Find out if ovulation predictor kits are really as effective as they claim to be.
What Is Basal Body Temperature Charting?
Learn all about this method of getting your timing down pat.
The information in the article is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.
