Perimenopause is the period of time leading up to menopause, when a woman's hormone levels start to fluctuate and her menstrual cycles become irregular. It usually begins in a woman's 40s, but it can start as early as her 30s. If you are a woman in your 30s and are starting to think about perimenopause, here are some steps you can take to prepare for the changes that lie ahead.

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What is PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. It can present in different ways and the symptoms can vary from person to person, but here are some common signs and symptoms of PCOS.

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A Fertility Ultrasound: What Are We Looking For?

When we are trying to determine what may be causing fertility challenges, one of the key tests that we recommend is a fertility ultrasound. This ultrasound is very similar to a pelvic ultrasound but is done by an ultrasonographer with experience and training in the evaluation of infertility.

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Egg Quality and Testing for Ovarian Reserve

So much of what we do in the field of fertility is interconnected. I often see patients who have been trying to get pregnant for months (or years) and are seeking answers as to why it hasn’t happened! I also see patients who have gone through the painful experience of miscarriage (sometimes multiple). Starting a fertility evaluation early can help identify what challenges may be causing the difficulty in conceiving.

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