J. Clark Bundren M.D. - Infertility and Gynecology


	*Fertility* Human conception is a difficult and complex process, even under the best conditions. Fertility problems affect both men and women. more details *Endometriosis* Nearly 5.5 million women and girls in the U.S. and Canada are effected by this disease. more details *Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)* IBS affects approximately 20 million people with about 2/3 of them being women. more details

Irregular Periods

One of the common cases for infertility is ovulation problems this is the infrequent or irregular ovulation and is usually caused by one or more of the following factors:

Pituitary dysfunction
Occurs when the pituitary gland does not secrete the right amount of FSH and LH hormones.

Polycystic ovaries
Occurs when the ovaries develop a series of small cysts and fail to produce mature eggs. (more)

Luteal phase dysfunction
The body does not produce enough progesterone and the uterine lining is not able to sustain a fertilized egg.

Premature menopause
Menstrual periods cease at an early age secondary to early loss of ovarian function.

Treatments
Treatments for these problems usually include hormone therapy.

Infertility Treatment