Scientists are making inroads in understanding one of the central mysteries of human reproduction: Why do women’s eggs ...

In a recent study published in the journal Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, researchers investigated the impacts of multiple metal exposure on female fertility. They used a nested case-control ...

Females experiencing fertility challenges may have a range of symptoms stemming from the underlying cause. Several common symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, painful menstrual cramps, or pain ...

Age is one of the most important factors influencing female fertility. A woman is born with a fixed number of eggs, and both ...

Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways The female reproductive system includes organs that produce hormones ...

In 2016, two Japanese reproductive biologists, Katsuhiko Hayashi and Mitinori Saitou, made an announcement in the journal Nature that read like a science-fiction novel. The researchers had taken skin ...

A new study published in the journal Reproductive Toxicology reviews current evidence supporting the role of nutrition as a modifiable risk factor for female infertility and poor in vitro ...

Women’s fertility tends to decline starting in their mid-30s, which can make it harder to have kids in middle age. Now scientists have identified a mechanism that seems to accelerate aging of the ...

Doctors may use a variety of tests and examinations to diagnose fertility issues in females. These can include gathering a detailed medical history, and imaging and hormone tests. Fertility challenges ...