Reproductive System
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Un-Sex: Bacteria Reveal New Type of ReproductionBy Tia Ghose Published
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Making Babies After Death: It's Possible, But Is It Ethical?Requests for sperm retrieval after death are increasing, but legislation has yet to catch up.
By Bahar Gholipour Published
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Family Ties: Father-to-Son Sperm Donation Sparks Ethics DebateA couple in the Netherlands with fertility problems recently decided to conceive a child using sperm from the husband's father. Experts weigh in on the ethics of this situation.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Pelvic Disease Doubles Women's Risk of InfertilityRecurrent pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can double a woman's risk of infertility and quadruple her risk of chronic pelvic pain.
By Remy Melina Published
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Birth Defect Risk Slightly Higher for Kids of Male Cancer Survivors
The increasing number of male cancer survivors has given rise to concerns about the health of their offspring, the researchers said.
By Live Science Staff Published
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Fertility Treatment for Ovary Disorder Hurts Pregnancy ChancesA treatment for women with infertility due to polycystic ovary syndrome may actually further reduce their chances of pregnancy.
By Live Science Staff Published
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Birth Defect Risk Greater with Assisted ReproductionAssisted reproduction is associated with an increased risk of birth defects, but the extent of the risk depends on the type of technology used.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Human Cloning? Stem Cell Advance Reignites Ethics DebateBarriers remain, but it may be time to talk about human cloning.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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No Period Please: Many Women Skip MenstruatingStudy suggests doctors should discuss period-skipping options with patients.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
