Read more about the article This helpful bacterium can also be responsible for vaginal infections
Gardnerella vaginalis is a bacterium that coexists, in a delicate balance, with other bacteria in the vagina to keep it free from infection. — Filepic

This helpful bacterium can also be responsible for vaginal infections

Gardnerella vaginalis is a mouthful to say, but it’s important to know. Gardnerella vaginalis is the scientific name for a bacterium that lives in your body. In addition to trillions…

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Read more about the article Failing with IVF does not mean your hopes for a baby are gone
For many couples, IVF often does not succeed on the first attempt. Your doctor may recommend further tests and lifestyle changes for you and your partner before trying another round of IVF. — 123rf.com

Failing with IVF does not mean your hopes for a baby are gone

In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) offers hope to couples who are unable to conceive naturally, but its high success rate does not guarantee that you will conceive. It is heartbreaking when IVF…

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Read more about the article Platelet-rich plasma therapy could help in IVF
While the PRP here is being injected into the elbow region, it is injected directly into the uterus when used as an adjunct therapy for IVF. — Photos: Filepic

Platelet-rich plasma therapy could help in IVF

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a concentrated blood product containing a high percentage of platelets used to treat wounds and other parts of the body, but have you heard of it…

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