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What are the key hormones involved in female fertility?
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The key hormones are estrogen, progesterone, luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
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How does age affect female fertility?
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Female fertility typically declines with age, particularly after the age of 35.
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What is the role of the ovaries in fertility?
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Ovaries produce and release eggs, and they also secrete important reproductive hormones like estrogen and progesterone.
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How does lifestyle impact female fertility?
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Factors like smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and excessive exercise can negatively impact fertility.
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What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and how does it affect fertility?
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PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts, leading to irregular ovulation and infertility.
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What is endometriosis and its impact on fertility?
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Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, affecting fertility by distorting the pelvic anatomy.
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Describe how the fallopian tubes contribute to fertility.
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Fallopian tubes transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus and are the site where fertilization occurs.
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What is the importance of cervical mucus in fertility?
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Cervical mucus helps sperm survive in the reproductive tract and facilitates its transport to the egg.
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Explain the impact of thyroid disorders on female fertility.
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Thyroid disorders can disrupt menstrual cycles and ovulation, leading to infertility.
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What role does body weight play in female fertility?
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Both underweight and overweight conditions can negatively affect fertility by causing hormonal imbalances and irregular ovulation.
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How do fibroids impact fertility?
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Fibroids can cause infertility by altering the shape of the uterus, blocking fallopian tubes, or disrupting embryo implantation.
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What nutritional factors can influence female fertility?
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Adequate intake of nutrients like folic acid, iron, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids is important for maintaining fertility.
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How does stress affect female fertility?
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Chronic stress can lead to hormonal imbalances, disrupting menstrual cycles and decreasing fertility.
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What is the link between menstrual cycle regularity and fertility?
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Regular menstrual cycles often indicate regular ovulation, a key factor in female fertility.
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What medical conditions can affect female fertility aside from PCOS and endometriosis?
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Conditions like diabetes, lupus, and celiac disease can also impair fertility.
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