This can be caused by infections, Dilation and Curettage (D and C’s), development problems, adenomyosis, foreign bodies, uterine fibroid and polyps. Polyps unfortunately are often not seen on ultrasound and are often hidden for a long time. They act like a family planning agent thus preventing pregnancy. Two years ago, I met a woman who had been trying to get …

This occurs when the fallopian tubes are blocked by infection or inflammation. The result is that the sperm cannot meet the egg. The patency of the tubes is assessed by a series of procedures, namely; Hysterosalpingogram (using a dye and an X-ray saline); Hysterosonogram (using saline and an ultrasound); HyCoSy (using a special fluid with bubbles); Ultrasound Laparoscopy (putting a …

Having children is the desire of almost every couple. But not every couple is gifted to get children easily. A couple that is having unprotected intercourse at least 3 times a week, and has not been able to conceive after one year has a problem and should seek help. The help available is determined by the type of problem they …