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To Evaluate the Efficacy of AL-38583 in the Reduction of Tear Eosinophil Count Following Conjunctival Allergen Challenge
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The purpose of the study is to determine whether Al38583 Ophthalmic Solution is safe and effective in reducing tear eosinophil levels at 5-8 hours after Conjunctival Allergen Challenge (CAC).
Condition | Intervention | Phase |
Allergic Conjunctivitis |
Drug: AL38583 Ophthalmic Solution Drug: Maxidex Drug: Vehicle |
Phase 2 |
Study Type: | Interventional |
Study Design: | Allocation: Randomized Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Investigator) Primary Purpose: Treatment |
Official Title: | A Single-Center, Randomized, Double-Masked, Placebo-Controlled Evaluation of the Efficacy of AL-38583 in the Reduction of Tear Eosinophil Count Following Conjunctival Allergen Challenge (CAC) |
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Primary Outcome Measures:
- The primary efficacy variable is mean change in tear eosinophil level at Visit 7 post-CAC from Visit 2 post-CAC. [ Time Frame: 15 days ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Mean change in relative ratio of tear eosinophil and neutrophils at Visit 7 post-CAC from Visit 2 post-CAC [ Time Frame: 15 days ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
Enrollment: | 0 |
Study Start Date: | May 2009 |
Study Completion Date: | May 2009 |
Primary Completion Date: | May 2009 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
Arms | Assigned Interventions |
Experimental: 1 |
Drug: AL38583 Ophthalmic Solution
Topical ophthalmic
Active Comparator: 2 |
Drug: Maxidex
Topical ophthalmic
Placebo Comparator: 3 |
Drug: Vehicle
AL38583 Vehicle
Ages Eligible for Study: | 18 Years and older |
Genders Eligible for Study: | Both |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | Yes |
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- Have a positive bilateral CAC reaction (>2 itching and > conjunctival redness) to cat hair, cat dander, dust mites, cockroaches and/or dog dander within 10 minutes of instillation of the last titration of allergen at Visit 1
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ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00881673 History of Changes |
Other Study ID Numbers: | C-09-005 |
Study First Received: | April 14, 2009 |
Last Updated: | March 3, 2012 |
Health Authority: | United States: Food and Drug Administration |
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Whenever I'm checking out new pickups and SUVs in a dealer's showroom, I always hear other tire kickers ask about the fuel economy. It's a significant topic, and it can make or break a sale in some instances. It's ironic, though, that after the purchase, fuel economy takes a back seat to overall performance and is seldom mentioned again—unless it's to brag about the rig's good mileage.
So, while fuel economy is certainly important, there are more critical questions a potential truck buyer should ask, like, "What's its axle ratio?"
This plays a huge role in overall performance, yet all too often, a buyer of a pickup or SUV will not even think about it. Instead they buy a vehicle with the "standard" or base axle ratio, which is typically 3.42:1 or 3.55:1, thinking, "if it comes standard, it must be the best setup."
If they do inquire about a "lower" (numerically higher) axle ratio, the salesman likely tells them that the other ratios offered will drastically reduce the vehicle's fuel economy numbers.
Both of these trains of thought are more likely to lead to dissatisfaction with the truck's towing performance than doing much to hurt its fuel economy.
The truth is, vehicle manufacturers offer optional axle ratios for one reason: to improve the vehicle's acceleration and towing performance. What's more, they don't have as much adverse impact on fuel consumption as one might think.
Facts On Figures A lower gear ratio, such as 3.73:1, 3.92:1 or 4.10:1, provides more lowspeed wheel torque, which means it takes less throttle to get the vehicle moving. This is a welcome help when the boatandtrailer rig is heavy, the launch ramp steep, or the pickup is under load in addition to a boat in tow.
With a lower axle ratio you can ease into the throttle and the tow vehicle will respond a lot quicker than it would with the standard "highway" gears. A lower axle ratio also means your vehicle will accelerate faster when pulling a heavy load.
It's for those reasons I make sure each new truck I buy is equipped with an optional axle ratio, typically a 3.73 or 3.92 when the primary boat being towed is less than 21 feet long. This is especially true if the vehicle has a V6 or small V8 engine.
If I were towing a bigger boat, say a 24to 28foot centerconsole, I'd choose the 4.10 axle. When tow weights get above 5,000 pounds, gaspowered V8s need all the pulling help they can get, and the 4.10s are just the ticket. Diesel engines can get by with a 3.73:1 ratio. And I wouldn't be concerned about fuel economy being hammered.
According to Roger Clark, senior manager for General Motors Energy Integration and Fuel Economy Learning Vehicles Program (ELVP), which handles fuel economy development of all GM trucks and SUVs, fuel economy will not change much by going to an optional axle ratio.
"The typical combined fuel economy impact, based on EPA lab test conditions, is about 0.4 mpg to 0.6 mpg between the base gear ratio and the lowest (4.10) offered," he says.
"That change is linear; equipping a truck or SUV with a 3.73 gear ratio, for instance, would affect combined fuel economy by less than a 1/4 mpg in highway fuel economy. The average truck owner wouldn't even notice that slight of a fuel mileage drop at the gas pump."
Aim LowIn the real world, Clark says, choosing a lower axle ratio may not even show up in city driving; it has the most impact on longdistance freeway trips.
"The reason we (truck manufacturers) offer the 3.42 and 3.55 ratios is that they offer the best fuel economy with today's automatic transmissions.
"If you want a truck that responds well with a heavy load or while towing a trailer, the 3.73, 3.92 or 4.10 ratios will provide the best pulling power and performance at the lower engine speeds."
As for general fuel economy, he says, "Sure, driving a truck with a lower axle ratio is going to have a cumulative effect in fuel economy. But it's going to be very hard to notice any difference when the vehicle is being driven in a mix of city and highway conditions."
The reason fuel economy doesn't take a big hit is that many other factors, like aerodynamic drag, weather conditions and your driving habits—not the gear ratio—are the major contributing factors in a vehicle's fuel economy.
According to the EPA, during the current highway test cycle where the average speed is 48 mph, 54 percent of an engine's power is used to overcome aerodynamic drag. At faster speeds it has to consume even more fuel, to push through the air.
By the way, expect EPA fuel numbers to drop about 10 to 15 percent across the board on new vehicles in 2008 because the agency will raise city and highway test speeds to better duplicate realworld driving.
"A good example of how drag affects fuel economy," explains Clark, "is a truck that has a 21 mpg highway EPA number. Drive at a 10 percent higher average speed than what the EPA test cycle averages and drag causes fuel economy to fall about 1.5 mpg."
Bump that to 10 mph faster and mileage can drop another 1 mpg. And if you run 75 mph, fuel economy in a bigger vehicle can fall 4 to 5 mpg.
Now, put a boat in tow, drive a conservative 65 mph, and fuel mileage will be cut by 30 to 40 percent because your tow vehicle is fighting its own wind drag, the boat's wind resistance and the extra weight of the boat/trailer combo.
The saving grace is that, when your truck has an axle ratio designed for towing performance, you don't have to get as deep into the throttle to get moving or maintain speed. So, when you buy your next new truck, put a check mark next to the box that lists the optional 3.92:1 or 4.10:1 axle.
You'll find you're a lot more pleased with its performance when those lower gears work their magic.
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Most people can make a will without a lawyer's help. Here's why.
Most people can make a will without a lawyer's help. Here's why.
Even if you've decided to make your own will, you may feel a little uneasy about the process. After all, a will is an important legal document--shouldn't you seek a lawyer's help? That depends on your situation. If you're like most people, you won't need a lawyer; preparing your document will be a fairly easy task. You may have a home, some investments, and some personal items to pass on to your loved ones. You may also own a small business or some additional real estate. And if you have young children, you'll probably want to name a guardian to take care of them, as well as someone to manage any property they inherit. If you have good self-help materials, it's not difficult to make a will that takes care of these basic concerns.
You may be interested to know that when a lawyer drafts a will, he or she usually starts with a standard form that contains the same types of clauses contained in most do-it-yourself wills. Most attorneys put their standard will form into a computer and have a secretary type in the client's name, the names of the people the client wants his or her property to go to, and other basic information--exactly the same thing you can do for yourself when you make your own will.
Making a will rarely involves complicated legal rules. In most states, if you're married, your spouse has the right to claim a certain amount of your property after your death. If you leave your spouse at least half of your property, this won't be an issue. And you need to sign and acknowledge your will in front of witnesses. But beyond these basic requirements, you may parcel out your property however you like, and you don't have to use fancy language to do it. In short, if you know what you own, whom you care about, and you take a little time to use your self-help resources, it's hard to make a mistake.
However, you shouldn't approach the task of will drafting with a rule against consulting a lawyer. In some situations a lawyer's services are warranted. But even if you have some questions for a lawyer, you don't necessarily have to turn over the whole project; you can simply ask your questions and then finish making your own will.
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In his February 12 State of the Union address, President Obama gave a lengthy mention to Brooklyn's Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH), and the need to replicate the P-TECH model to connect American education to jobs more effectively.
"Let's also make sure that a high school diploma puts our kids on a path to a good job. Right now, countries like Germany focus on graduating their high school students with the equivalent of a technical degree from one of our community colleges, so that they're ready for a job. At schools like P-Tech in Brooklyn, a collaboration between New York Public Schools, The City University of New York, and IBM, students will graduate with a high school diploma and an associate degree in computers or engineering….
We need to give every American student opportunities like this. Four years ago, we started Race to the Top – a competition that convinced almost every state to develop smarter curricula and higher standards, for about 1 percent of what we spend on education each year. Tonight, I'm announcing a new challenge to redesign America's high schools so they better equip graduates for the demands of a high-tech economy. We'll reward schools that develop new partnerships with colleges and employers, and create classes that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math – the skills today's employers are looking for to fill jobs right now and in the future." – President Barack Obama
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President Obama's comments on P-TECH begin at 27:42.
In Chicago, IBM and other companies are collaborating with five more P-TECH-model schools, with curricula focused on preparing graduates for a variety of in-demand jobs. And plans have been announced to replicate the P-TECH model elsewhere in New York City and in other states.
With so many of our high school graduates lacking the skills to succeed in community colleges, higher education or the workforce, the time has come for P-TECH's innovative approach to preparing a generation for long-term, middle-class careers. P-TECH represents the next stage of the ongoing evolution of America's educational system to meet and master the challenges of a changing world. It's an idea whose time has come, and our partners at the New York City Department of Education and The City University of New York, P-TECH's visionary principal and dedicated faculty, the school's motivated students and the IBM volunteers who mentor P-TECH students, faculty and staff couldn't be more excited!
Note: This story first appeared on Citizen IBM under the title: President Praises P-TECH in State of the Union Address.
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… Keep those bags packed in November and December. Six road games in eight weeks, although the Broncos got a break by not having more than two straight weeks on the road. The Jackonville Jaguars have to endure a three-week string of road contests;
… With so many road games in the final two months, a strong start could be vital to the Broncos' chances. Three straight home games against San Diego, Pittsburgh and Green Bay also affords an opportunity for the Broncos to send a league-wide message, and to do so in front of their fans;
… The Broncos don't face a team with a winning record in 2006 until visiting Indianapolis in Week 4, but don't face an '06 losing team from Week 2 (Raiders) through Week 9 (Lions). "It's tough," wide receiver/kickoff returner Quincy Morgan said. "I thought in this league when you don't make the playoffs you're supposed to get a weak schedule. But I guess we're the Broncos, so they load us up with some pretty good teams."
… The Christmas Eve game at San Diego is the first prime-time game on Dec. 24 in league annals. In past years, the league endeavored to ensure that teams completed their games before the evening hours of that day, when celebrations and services around the Christmas holiday typically commence.
"I can't imagine how those guys feel that have kids and can't be there when their kids wake up and open their presents," Morgan said.
Throughout recent NFL history, the nighttime hours of Christmas Eve have gone largely untouched; the latest any team started a game on that day was at 4 p.m. local time — for a Panthers-Redskins game in Washington, D.C. in 1995. When Christmas Eve fell on a Monday in 1990, 1995 and 2001, then-MNF broadcaster ABC was given a Saturday night timeslot. Of course, that window now belongs to the NFL Network and its slate of Thursday-Saturday games.
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When 604 West Hopkins Street was featured on the Heritage Association Tour of Homes 24 years ago, it was a residence. Now making its second appearance on the 38th annual tour May 4-5, the house has been repurposed as a law office, where Art Guzman's practice has been located since 2002.
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Ray Harryhausen was born on the 29th of June, 1920. At the age of five Ray was entranced by the dinosaur movie 'The Lost World' and when he saw 'King Kong' he was "thirteen years old and very impressionable - and of course I didn't know how it was done at that time. Stop-motion was a secret, they kept it hidden for a good many years. A friend of my father's worked in a studio at RKO and he told me how it was done and I started doing it as a hobby in my garden and in my garage."
Both of these inspirational films were animated by the great Willis O'Brien. Ray visited 'Obie' and presented a stegosaurus model only to receive the advice "The legs look like wrinkled sausages. You've got to put more character into it and study anatomy to learn where the muscles connect to the bone."
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Pittsburgh, PA - It's been quite the dream season for the Notre Dame women. During their first competitive season, the team's poised for to compete for the DII College National Championship tomorrow against Radcliffe, an opportunity that arose after its 22-10 win over Stonehill College this afternoon. But although the team is thrilled to be in the final, the players were less than thrilled with today's game. "It's not that we didn't play good rugby, but we didn't execute our game plan the way we would have liked," Notre Dame president Christina Konkey said. "We set high standards for ourselves, and we fell short on attitude at times. Usually we're in very good support of each other, but we caught ourselves slowing down or not hitting as hard. I'm not sure why there was a mental block, but there was one." Missteps aside, Konkey felt the two teams were well matched, and it was that desire to play in tomorrow's championship that made the difference. "I was most proud of our opening try," Konkey said. "We went out there and forced Stonehill to play our game and by our rules. We just marched down the field." The backline worked extremely hard to create scoring opportunities, and outside center Ashley Okonta made sure that effort wasn't wasted, running in three tries on the day. Kathleen Stanley also converted her team's work into a five-pointer, and Megan Scheitlin added a conversion. "We didn't clearly dominate Stonehill in any aspect of the game," Konkey said. "During later points in the game, we got sloppy and lost some of that urgency that we usually have. It all boils down to mindset." Notre Dame also struggled with their penalty count, and it's a chronic issue for the young team. "I heard the referee make some calls today that I've never heard of," Konkey laughed. "We've always had issues with penalties because we're so eager, and want to move forward, and we have a hard time restraining ourselves. We just need some more discipline." Konkey was happy with the performance overall, but it's clear that the team demands a high level of play from each other. And as tomorrow's looms, no one's feeling the bruises or the niggling injuries; they're all focused and looking to win a championship. "We're moving past our performance today and getting ready for tomorrow," Konkey said. "We feel so blessed to be here. We're going to do it for our teammates first, and our school second." |


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Keep Your Dog Well Groomed in Summer HeatExtra grooming in the extreme summer heat will keep your dog cooler and allow you to check for fleas, ticks and other skin irritations. Pay special attention to the sweat gland areas.
Don't Just Keep a Lost Pet – Have a Heart and Find His FamilyKeeping a lost pet might make you happy, but you may be breaking someone elses heart. Do everything you can to find the dog or cats family before you make him part of yours.
Need to organize a kitchen junk drawer? Let's just dive in and do ItWe all have a junk drawer. It is the perfect place for things that don't have a perfect place. When it gets to the point that you can't close the drawer anymore, it is time to do some cleaning and organizing. Be brave.Also published on:
Senior Dating and Relationships: Deciding Which House to Live InSenior dating can be much more complicated then when you were young and single. Assuming you both have homes, which one will you live in if things get serious? Who's furniture stays and who's goes?
Suggestions to help a child clean and organize their roomJust telling a child to go clean their room might be too generalized a statement for them to grasp. I have learned a few tricks over the years that may help you and your child have a stress free clean room.Also published on:
Kids Enjoy Spending One on One Time at Grandma's HouseInviting your grandchildren over one at a time is a great way to spend individual time with them. Younger ones enjoy overnight stays, while older busier grandchildren will enjoy coming for dinner. Plan some one on one time with your grandkids soon!
Pancreatic Cancer National Call-In Day: Show Your Support on June 26thPancreatic cancer is often callled the silent killer. Though it has a life span of 5 years, very few make it and most pass within a year. I know first hand that some only last a few months. Educate yourself and help others by making a phone call.
Will Carrots Help My Dogs Eyesight?Carrots are a great source of beta carotene. Will carrots help or improve your dog's eyesight? Mom told us carrots were good for our eyes....are they really?
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October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month: Adopt, Save, CelebrateCelebrate National Adopt a Shelter Dog month in October by adopting or volunteering at a local shelter. These dogs may be facing a long lonely winter if we don't do our part to help. Read how to help, even if you can't adopt.
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How to Use a Flea CombSo you have tried sprays, shampoos and topical remedies but your pet still has fleas. Try using a flea comb to physically remove the fleas or to check for infestation.
'The X Factor' Auditions Are Finally Over!While The X Factor auditions had plenty of talent to see, it had its fair share of less then talented people too. The auditions seemed a little too long to many viewers. What's next as they go to boot camp?
RIP: Legendary PBR bucking bull Little Yellow Jacket passes away at age 15The legendary PBR bull Little Yellow Jacket passed away on September 19, 2011. LYJ may be gone but his memory and legend will live on among the PBR and his fans. His amazing career is forever immortalized.Also published on:
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COITSVILLE - Ruth A. Cowden, 91, died Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, in Northside Medical Center, Youngstown.
She was born June 22, 1921, in Youngstown, a daughter of Archibold and Irene Hake Wilcox.
She was a member of the Coitsville Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include sons, Marcus Divito of Hubbard and Robert F. Cowden Jr. of Niles; a sister, Bonie Lou Williams of Charleroi, Pa.; and a granddaughter.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Cowden Sr., and two brothers.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Coitsville Presbyterian Church. Friends may call an hour prior to services at the church.
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Friday, March 14, 2008
Calling All Technicians
The way it hippy-hopped right over the figure today makes me think no but it doesn't really matter.
The greenback is oddly holding in a little better than I would think given the news of the day.
The market is so bi-polar that nothing should be a surprise. There is no close (up a lot or down a lot) today that would shock nor would a crash be a shock either.
No great info for you on this post, just a chance to put up a funny picture and the thought that while the news today seems big I don't, as a function of the brevity of the time line, think this is the end of the news. I am convinced there will be more.
3 comments:
- Dave said...
Have you noticed that VIX is finally sustaining levels above 30? I take this as a good sign, but I also suspect that further declines are yet to come.
- Anonymous said...
Gold has moved up on the back of a tanking US dollar, as has oil. There needs to be a retracement against the euro to closer to the 1.52 mark. Then commodities should take a breather.
- Anonymous said...
Gold will fluctuate, but ultimately as these sub-prime, then derivatives and other credit issues continue worldwide, gold will continue forth towards 1650. The retracement of the Euro will be good for gold, as Europeans begin putting money into gold due to their inflation. The additional Fed rate cuts, and the printing of more money to bail out banks will devalue the US dollar, increasing inflation, and even more money will head into gold as a hedge against crisis. This is all inevitable, as we are now past the point of no return.


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ASRM Patient Education Fact Sheets and Information Booklets are available in both HTML to view on the web and as PDFs to download.
Menstruation is considered normal when uterine bleeding occurs every 21 to 35 days and is not excessive. The normal duration of menstrual bleeding is between two and seven days. Abnormal uterine bleeding occurs when either the frequency or quantity of uterine bleeding differs from that mentioned above or the woman has spotting or bleeding between her menstrual periods.
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Like other organs in the body, a woman's reproductive organs take shape when she is still a fetus inside her mother's uterus. These organs include the uterus and fallopian tubes, which develop from two ducts known as the müllerian ducts.
When the abdomen (belly) is injured because of disease or surgery, adhesions (scar tissue) can form.
Adoption is an important family-building option to consider as an alternative to infertility therapy. Some couples explore adoption only after infertility treatment has proven unsuccessful. Others couples choose to forego treatment in favor of adoption. Still others have both adopted and biological children.
Many infertile couples choose adoption rather than infertility treatments, or they decide to adopt after infertility treatments have failed. If you are considering adoption, you have many options from which to choose, including private, public, domestic, or international adoption. Each type of adoption has different requirements, but some issues are common to all types. Below are some general guidelines to help you learn about adoption. Familiarizing yourself with the issues unique to adoption will help you make the best decisions each step of the way.
Fertility changes with age. Both males and females become fertile in their teens following puberty. For girls, the beginning of their reproductive years is marked by the onset of ovulation and menstruation. It is commonly understood that after menopause women are no longer able to become pregnant. Generally, reproductive potential decreases as women get older, and fertility can be expected to end 5 to 10 years before menopause.
This booklet will help you understand in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technologies (ART) that have become accepted medical treatments for infertility. Through these procedures, many couples with otherwise untreatable infertility have given birth to healthy babies.
In the United States there are approximately 800,000 reproductive-aged men and women who have cancer, many of whom have concerns about their fertility. Lifesaving cancer treatments may reduce fertility by destroying eggs and sperm.
There are many psychological, social, and economic issues associated with multiple pregnancies.
Women who can get pregnant without fertility drugs or medical procedures usually have only one baby. Women who need fertility treatment are at higher risk to get pregnant with twins, and rarely with triplets or more. This is called multiple gestation. Multiple gestation can increase the risk of pregnancy for the mother and for all the babies.
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The fallopian tube connects the ovary (where the egg is released) to the uterus (womb), where the fertilized egg develops into a fetus. Fertilization, the process in which the man's sperm joins the egg, takes place in the fallopian tube. If your fallopian tubes are the reason of why you cannot get pregnant, your doctor may discuss surgery as an option to fix your tubes.
Surgery can be used to treat problems with your ovaries or fallopian tubes such as cysts, endometriosis or infections. Adnexal surgery involves any of the organs that are on the sides of ("next to") the uterus (womb), such as the fallopian tubes and ovaries.
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An evaluation of a woman for infertility is appropriate for women who have not become pregnant after having 12 months of regular, unprotected intercourse.
When a couple has trouble having a baby, there's about a 50-50 chance that the man has a problem contributing to the pregnancy.
"Dilation and curettage" (D&C) is a minor (short) surgical procedure that removes tissue from your uterus (womb). You may need this procedure if you have unexplained bleeding between periods or if you have delivered a baby and placental tissue remains in your womb.
When you become pregnant, the embryo (fertilized egg) travels from your fallopian tube to your uterus (womb) where the embryo implants (sticks) and grows into a fetus. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the embryo grows outside of the uterus.
The diagnosis of an ectopic pregnancy is usually a surprise and is often emotionally traumatic. Many women are in the midst of enjoying their pregnancy when they receive the diagnosis. Some women diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy do not even know they are pregnant and suddenly must contemplate the possibility of major surgery or medical treatment. This booklet is designed to provide information on the diagnosis and treatment of ectopic pregnancy.
Egg donation is when a woman (donor) gives her eggs to another woman (recipient) to allow the recipient to have a baby.
After the removal and fertilization of eggs with the use of in vitro fertilization (IVF), some women with multiple embryos (fertilized eggs) may decide to have a single embryo transferred to the womb even when multiple embryos are available (elective single embryo transfereSET).
In the current practice of in vitro fertilization (IVF), some patients may create more embryos (fertilized eggs) than they need. The extra embryos may be cryopreserved (frozen) so that they can be transferred later. However, sometimes these embryos may not be used. These patients have the option to have their embryos discarded, donated to research or donated to another woman to achieve pregnancy.
Endometrial ablation is a medical procedure that removes the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium.
Women with endometriosis may experience infertility, pelvic pain, or both. This booklet will describe options for diagnosing and treating pain or infertility that may be attributed to endometriosis.
When the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus (endometrium) is found outside the uterus, it is termed "endometriosis."
When the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus (endometrium) is found outside the uterus, it is termed "endometriosis." Endometriosis may grow on the outside of your uterus, ovaries, and tubes and even on your bladder or intestines. This tissue can irritate structures that it touches, causing pain and adhesions (scar tissue) on these organs.
If you are trying to get pregnant for more than one year (or six months if you are 35 years or older) and have not been successful, a series of tests will be performed to fine the cause of your infertility. Your doctor will test your reproductive organs (fallopian tubes and uterus), your partner's sperm, and possible blood tests to check for hormonal problems.
New technology lets your doctor remove and freeze some cells, tissues, or fertilized eggs (embryos) before treating your cancer. This way you may be able to have children after your treatment. This process is called cryopreservation or freezing. The kind of cancer that you have determines what your options are.
Infertility treatments that cause multiple eggs to develop make it more likely that you will become pregnant with twins, triplets, or more.
Vasectomy is currently one of the most common methods of sterilization in the United States. After your vasectomy, if you change your mind about having children, there are two procedures that can help you have a child with your partner. The two options are: a vasectomy reversal or sperm aspiration prior to in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Uterine fibroids (also called myomas or leiomyomas) are benign (noncancerous) tumors of muscle tissue that can change the shape or size of the uterus and sometimes the cervix. They start in the smooth muscle cells inside the wall of the uterus (myometrium).
When a couple is unable to get pregnant on their own, sometimes they use a donor's egg or sperm. This is called "gamete donation". When a child is conceived this way, parents must decide whether to tell their child or keep this information private.
Birth defects, which occur in nearly one in 20 pregnancies, range in severity from minor anatomic abnormalities to extensive genetic disorders or mental retardation. Some couples have a greater than average risk of having a child with a birth defect. Genetic screening refers to the use of specific tests to determine which members of a population are at increased risk for an inherited condition.
A gestational carrier (GC), also called a gestational surrogate, is an arrangement where a woman carries and delivers a child for another couple or person (intended parent[s]).
Hirsutism is the excessive growth of facial or body hair on women. Hirsutism can be seen as coarse, dark hair that may appear on the face, chest, lower abdomen, back, upper arms, or upper legs. Hirsutism is a symptom of medical disorders associated with the hormones called androgens. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), in which the ovaries produce excessive amounts of androgens, is the most common cause of hirsutism and may affect up to 10% of women.
Hormonal contraceptives contain a progestin (progesterone medicine) with or without an estrogen. Both progestin and estrogen are made in a laboratory and are similar to the hormones that all women naturally produce. These two hormones together, or the progestin alone, work in several ways to prevent a pregnancy.
An old infection can cause the tubes to fill with fluid and enlarge (dilate). When this happens, the tube is called a hydrosalpinx. A normal pregnancy in the uterus cannot occur because the tube may be severely damaged and blocked. A blockage will not allow the egg and sperm to meet.
Prolactin is a hormone produced by your pituitary gland, the gland that sits at the bottom of the brain. Though prolactin plays a role in the growth and development of your breasts, its primary function is in milk production after a child is born.
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) occurs when the thyroid gland produces less thyroid hormone than it should.
A hysterosalpingogram or HSG is an x-ray procedure performed to determine whether the fallopian tubes are patent (open) and to see if the shape of the uterine cavity is normal.
Infertility is a medical condition that touches all aspects of your life. It may affect your relationships with others, your perspective on life, and how you feel about yourself. How you deal with these feelings will depend on your personality and life experiences. Most people can benefit from the support of family, friends, medical caregivers, and mental health professionals. When considering infertility treatment options such as sperm, egg, or embryo donation or gestational carriers, it may be especially helpful to gain the assistance of a fertility counselor.
Infertility is typically defined as the inability to achieve pregnancy after one year of unprotected intercourse. If you have been trying to conceive for a year or more, you should consider an infertility evaluation. However, if you are 35 years or older, you should begin the infertility evaluation after about six months of unprotected intercourse rather than a year, so as not to delay potentially needed treatment. If you have a reason to suspect an underlying problem, you should seek care earlier.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common reproductive disorder, affecting 5% to10% of women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS have a number of conditions that may include irregular menstrual cycles, an increase in facial and body hair, increased weight, and infertility. Diagnosis is made on a combination of clinical, laboratory, and ultrasound findings.
A procedure called intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) can help fertilize the egg by injecting the sperm directly into the egg.
Injury to and/or infection of the endometrium may damage the lining and cause formation of adhesions (scar tissue) between the inner walls of the uterus. Asherman syndrome is the term used to describe adhesions inside the uterus. The scarring can be mild with thin stretchy bands of scar tissue or more severe with formation of thick bands. In the most severe cases, partial or total destruction of the inside of the uterus can occur.
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a procedure that bypasses the cervix and places sperm into a woman's uterus around the time of ovulation.
A complete examination of a woman's internal pelvic structures can provide important information regarding infertility and common gynecologic disorders. Frequently, problems that cannot be discovered by an external physical examination can be discovered by laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, two procedures that provide a direct look at the pelvic organs. These procedures may be recommended as part of your infertility care, depending on your particular situation. Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy can be used for both diagnostic (looking only) and operative (looking and treating) purposes.
Many women have pain in their pelvis (lower part of the belly) from time to time, usually during their period. However, if you have daily pelvic pain, it could be a sign of a bigger problem with your bladder, bowels, reproductive organs, or pelvic muscles. Many conditions cause pelvic pain, including endometriosis, adhesions, chronic appendicitis, or hernias.
Approximately 25% of infertile women have problems with ovulation. These include the inability to produce fully matured eggs or failure to "ovulate" (release) an egg. The inability to produce and/or release eggs is called anovulation. Fertility specialists use a group of medications, often called "fertility drugs," to temporarily correct ovulatory problems and increase a woman's chance for pregnancy. Fertility drugs may be used to correct other fertility problems such as improving the lining of the uterus (endometrium) in addition to inducing ovulation. In certain circumstances, these medications also may be used to stimulate the development of multiple eggs, such as in an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle. This booklet explains the basics of normal ovulation and the diagnosis and treatment of ovulatory problems. The specific uses for several types of ovulation drugs are presented, along with the intended results and possible side effects of each drug.
You may wonder how any surgery can be called "minimally invasive," but this type of surgery features small or no incisions. Surgeons view your body's organs with the help of small telescopes and tiny cameras. Surgical repairs are made with tiny instruments. Often, problems can be diagnosed and treated as part of one procedure.
Multiple births are much more common today than they were in the past. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the twin birth rate has increased by over 75% since 1980, and triplet, quadruplet, and high-order multiple births have increased at an even higher rate. There are more multiple births today in part because more women are receiving infertility treatment, which carries a risk of multiple pregnancy.
Most women will use birth control pills at some time in their lives. But many women don't know that birth control pills also can be used to treat a variety of female problems and can have some surprising health benefits.
Contraceptive agents work in many ways to prevent a pregnancy. They are usually divided into those that are either hormonal or nonhormonal. Most of the hormonal contraceptives work by changing a woman's hormone levels to mimic a pregnancy, therefore preventing eggs from being able to be released from the ovary. In contrast, nonhormonal contraceptive agents or devices work by preventing a man's sperm from joining a woman's egg.
Puberty refers to the specific physical changes that happen as a child develops into an adult. Though they happen in different areas of the body, these changes are all related to each other.
About 20% of infertility cases are due to a male factor alone. Another 30% involves both male and female factors.
Before attempting pregnancy, a woman should make sure she is healthy enough for pregnancy by adopting a healthier lifestyle and taking prenatal vitamins. If she has a medical or genetic condition, she should seek advice from a medical professional before conceiving (becoming pregnant).
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass which leads to weakening of the bones. Osteopenia is a disease where the bone density is lower than average and can be a precursor to osteoporosis.
The use of a surgical procedure called ovarian drilling can help promote normal menstrual cycles and lower testosterone levels. This may make it easier for you to get pregnant.
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) is an exaggerated response to the use of ovulation induction medications, especially during the use of injectable gonadotropin agents
Ovulation, the release of an egg from its follicle in one of a woman's two ovaries, is one of the most important factors in conceiving a child.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects 5-10% of women.
Approximately one-third of couples in which the female partner is age 35 or older will have problems with fertility. Several tests may be useful in assessing fertility potential (ovarian reserve) in women.
When a woman's ovaries stop working before age 40, she is said to have premature ovarian failure (POF).
Progesterone prepares the lining of the uterus (endometrium) to allow a fertilized egg (embryo) to stick or implant. If a pregnancy does not take place, progesterone levels will fall and you will have your period. If an embryo implants into the lining of the uterus, the ovary will produce progesterone until eight weeks into the pregnancy. After that time, progesterone will be produced by the placenta throughout the rest of the pregnancy.
Recurrent pregnancy loss is a disease distinct from infertility, defined by two or more failed pregnancies.
Your reproductive system ages faster than you may realize. Some women, after completing college, settling into a career, or waiting for the right partner, find that they have problems getting pregnant due to age-related infertility.
Serious complications from the medications and procedures required for in vitro fertilization (IVF) are rare. However, as with all medical treatments, there are some risks.
Robotic surgery is a form of laparoscopy. Laparoscopy is minimally invasive surgery, usually performed in an outpatient setting. Small incisions about a half inch each are made in the abdomen that allow a surgeon to place a laparoscope (lighted camera) and surgical instruments through surgical incisions below the belly button.
Saline infusion sonohysterography (SHG or SIS) consists of imaging the uterus and uterine cavity using ultrasonography while sterile saline is instilled into the uterine cavity. The purpose of sonohysterography is to detect abnormalities of the uterus and endometrial (uterine lining) cavity.
You probably don't realize how many people have problems having sex. But sexual dysfunction is common: 43% of women and 31% of men report having at least one symptom.
Gonadotropins are fertility medications given by injection that contain follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) alone or combined with luteinizing hormone (LH).
The health risks of tobacco smoking are well known with regard to diseases of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Substantial harmful effects of cigarette smoke on fertility have become apparent, but are not generally appreciated.
There are more than 10,000 spinal cord injuries per year in the United States. The majority of these injuries occur in healthy men of reproductive age. Spinal cord injury may produce both sexual and reproductive problems.
For many years, experts have focused on semen analysis, but research studies show that the number of sperm (count) and the movement of sperm (motility) do not always predict fertility very well by themselves. It may also be useful to look at the shape of the sperm (morphology), which is also one of the important parts of the semen evaluation.
Stem cells are special cells found in very early stage embryos (i.e., 5 days after fertilization of an egg) and in some types of adult tissue.
Stress can come from just about anything that you feel is threatening or harmful. A single event (or your worry about it) can produce stress. So can the little things that worry you all day long.
One group of methods that is becoming more popular for many women is Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC). These methods do not fail as often and fewer women become pregnant because they are always in place and last for a long time. Because of this, the failure rate is less than 1 in 100. LARC methods reduce the number of times women get pregnant when they do not want to, called unintended pregnancy. The number of abortions is also lower when women use LARC. LARC methods include subcutaneous (under the skin) implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and injectable methods (a shot). The shot fails at a higher rate than other LARC methods because it does not last as long. LARC methods also help women in other ways and there are very few reasons they cannot be used. This page will tell you more about IUDs.
During the menopause transition, the length of menstrual cycles often changes and women may skip their menstrual periods more often. The duration of the menopausal transition varies from woman to woman but averages about five years.
The phrase "third-party reproduction" refers to the use of eggs, sperm, or embryos that have been donated by a third person (donor) to enable an infertile individual or couple (intended recipient) to become parents. Donors may be known or anonymous to the intended recipient. "Third-party reproduction" also includes traditional surrogacy and gestational carrier arrangements.
Fibroids usually do not require treatment because most patients with fibroids do not have symptoms.
This information sheet briefly outlines examples of the three major types of clinical studies in use, their advantages and their shortcomings.
The veins in your testes -- like those in your legs -- have valves that help blood to flow upward toward your heart. If the valves stop working, blood pools in the veins, which bulge or dilate. This is called a varicocele and varicoceles may make it difficult for you and your partner to have a baby.
Many women in the underweight, overweight, and obese categories will not have a problem becoming pregnant. But women who are not an ideal body weight may have problems with ovulation. This could lead to problems with fertility.
Uterine fibroids (also called myomas or leiomyomas) are benign (non-cancerous) tumors of muscle tissue that can enlarge and/or distort the uterus (womb) and sometimes the cervix.
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The ancient Greek writer Homer included many of the gods of Olympus in The Odyssey, the story of the hero Odysseus. Zeus pops up now and again to help out Odysseus at Athena's request, including getting Odysseus away from the seductress Calypso.
Homer brings the gods into The Iliad as well, which tells the story of the mythic Trojan War. Most of the gods of Olympus take sides in the human war: Hera, Athena, and Poseidon are rooting for the Greeks, while Aphrodite, Ares, and Apollo are fighting for the Trojans. Though his whole family is going bonkers over the war, Zeus doesn't pick a side.
The Oresteia is a trilogy of tragic plays (Agamemnon, Libation Bearers, and Eumenides) by the ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus. These plays are about how Orestes and his sister Electra take revenge on their mother for killing their father. As in any good Greek tragedy, the characters call on the gods for help, and Apollo and Athena become pretty involved in the third play. Unfortunately, though Orestes and the Chorus call out to Zeus, he doesn't seem to be answering much.
In the Roman poet Virgil's epic poem, Jupiter (a.k.a. Zeus) plays the normal role of a god meddling in the affairs of humans.
Jupiter (a.k.a. Zeus) shows up in all sorts of forms in The Metamorphoses, Roman poet Ovid's retelling of Greek myths. Want to know about Jupiter disguising himself as a bull to seduce a girl? How about as a swan? Or as a cloud of mist? You'll find all of Jupiter's crazy escapades here.
Part of Chaucer's story takes place on Mount Olympus. Here we see Mars (Ares) and Venus (Aphrodite) bickering about which knight should win a joust and get the girl, Jupiter (Zeus) totally fed up with the argument, and Saturn (Cronus) stepping in to save the day.
When Shakespeare's Prince Hal disguises himself as a commoner, he compares himself to Zeus ("Jove") turning into a bull to seduce Europa. Hmm … those seem like totally different levels of disguise to us, but whatever. Read all about it in our summary of Act 2, Scene 2.
The dark and crazy Mr. Kurtz is described as a Jupiter-like guy. What does that say about Jupiter (a.k.a. Zeus)? Nothing good.
Zeus gets an extended shout-out (as "Jove") in lines 31-35 in this Wallace Stevens poem.
Zeus is at it again. He just can't keep away from the ladies. Here's W.B. Yeats's poem about Zeus' seduction of Leda.
Zeus has a bit of fun in Disney's Fantasia, throwing lightning bolts into Bacchus's party.
Ancient Greece meets WWII in Jean Paul Sartre's play. This retelling of the Oresteia features an annoying, childish Zeus whom everyone hates.
Zeus made his first appearance in the Marvel universe in the Journey into Mystery comics. His superhero outfit includes a pretty crazy belt buckle.
Zeus first popped up in the world of DC Comics in Wonder Woman Volume 2, butting heads with Wonder Woman (who knew?). When Wonder Woman refuses to sleep with Zeus, he's pretty ticked off.
Disney's movie focuses mainly on the hero Hercules, but his dad Zeus shows up pretty often. Since Hercules is a Disney movie, Zeus isn't as sleazy as he is in the original myths. Here, he's actually a pretty nice guy.
Zeus' lightning bolt is stolen in The Lightning Thief, the first book of the Percy Jackson series. He comes off as pretty grumpy, but not all bad.
The Greek gods make it onto the PlayStation in the God of War video game trilogy. The mortal hero of the games, Kratos, butts heads with the gods of Olympus, including Zeus (who, as it turns out, is Kratos's dad – oops). In God of War II and III, Zeus is the end boss (and we all know what happens to bosses in video games.)
This movie follows Zeus's mortal son, Perseus, but has lots of scenes with the King of the Gods.