Studies of Interest

Adhesions and Chronic Pain
Advanced Reproductive Age and Hormonal Dysfunction
Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Early Surgery, Truama, and Abuse
Endometriosis Pain and Infertility
Female Sexual Dysfunction and Painful Intercourse
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Secondary and Unexplained Infertility

Adhesions and Chronic Pain

Recurrence of Adhesions after Abdominal and Pelvic Surgery
Study finds that 34.6% of patients who underwent open abdominal or pelvic surgery were readmitted to the hospital a mean of 2.1 times over 10 years for a disorder directly or possibly related to adhesions. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10232313

Adhesion Locations and Pain
Study finds that filmy adhesions located between movable structures, such as an ovary and the peritoneum, cause more pain than fixed adhesions.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15200771?dopt=Abstract

Gynecological Surgery and Adhesions
One doctor examines the risks of adhesions after gynecological surgery.
http://www.healthandage.com/public/health-center/29/article/3144/The-Risk-of-Adhesions-after-Gynecologic-Surgery.html

High-Risk Surgeries and Readmission for Adhesion Formations
Scientists examine which abdominopelvic surgeries create a high-risk for adhesion formation and readmission due to adhesion complications.
http://humrep.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/19/8/1877

Main Complication of Abdominopelvic Surgery is Adhesions
Scientists argue that adhesions should be considered the main complication of abdominopelvic surgery. In this report they review published literature about adhesions and possible prevention techniques.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/dh64n623p8715785/

Nicotine and Adhesion Formation
A study using mice found that increased levels of nicotine lead to increased adhesion formation after abdominal or pelvic surgery. http://www.journalofsurgicalresearch.com/article/S0022-4804(07)00011-X/abstract

Fear of Back Pain and Its Impact on Quality-of-Life
Study finds that sufferers of back pain commonly avoid physical activity in fear that their back pain will return.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10321394

Manual Physical Therapy for Back Pain
Study finds that manual physical therapy for low back pain reduces sick leave.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18511533?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Recreational Activity Reduces Back Pain
Study finds that recreational activity can help alleviate low back pain.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pmcentrez&artid=1449442&rendertype=abstract

Cardiovascular Fitness vs. Flexibility Exercises for FMS
Study finds that FMS patients who participated in a cardiovascular fitness program experienced more relief from their FMS symptoms than FMS patients who participated in a flexibility exercise program. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3048273

Common Symptoms of FMS
Study finds that FMS patients commonly experience axial pain, severe aching and stiffness, morning fatigue, tension headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, and localized tenderness. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6347207

FMS Fact Sheet
Fact sheet that reviews FMS description, research studies, and more. http://www.afsafund.org/Fact%20Sheet.pdf

FMS Pain and Skeletal Muscle
Scientists find that FMS accounts for 10-30% of all rheumatology consultations in North America and suggests that skeletal muscle is responsible for the pain experienced by FM patients. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2691678

Historical Account of FMS
Researchers trace the history of disturbed sleep, deep pain, and exhaustion related to FMS from biblical times to the present. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2691679

Non-Restorative Sleep and FMS
Scientists propose and study how non-restorative sleep can contribute to FMS. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/169541

Treatment for FMS
Researches question the efficacy of various pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatments for FMS.
http://www.annals.org/cgi/reprint/132/12/1005.pdf

Office Work and Neck Pain
Study finds that intensive computer users are likely to experience neck pain.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pmcentrez&artid=2213555&rendertype=abstract

Risk Factors for Neck Pain
Study examines and determines the risk factors for neck pain.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11514090

Manual Physical Therapy for Neck Pain
Study finds that manual physical therapy provides short and long-term improvements in neck pain.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18923311?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Smoking Increases Menstrual Symptoms
Study finds that smoking is the only behavioral factor that negatively influences menstrual symptoms.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10595332?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=5&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Herbs and Dietary Supplements for Painful Periods
Study examines the effectiveness of different herbs and dietary supplements for menstrual pain.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11687013?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=2&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Painful Periods Related to Heavy Periods
Study finds that heavy periods correlate with more pain.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7137249?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=2&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Determining the Location of Pelvic Pain
Study finds that pelvic pain on one side of the pelvis can be due to problems in opposite side.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10806259?dopt=Abstract

Factors Predisposing Women to Pelvic Pain
Study examines factors that predispose women to chronic and recurring pelvic pain.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pmcentrez&artid=1420707&rendertype=abstract

Prevalence of Female Pelvic Pain
Study examines the prevalence of female pelvic pain and reviews diagnoses and treatments.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/8215rlh36mp78275/?p=e124ca8c30704c38beca35276572ac5e&pi=0

Causes of Adhesive Small Bowel Obstruction
Study examines medical history of patients with adhesive small bowel obstructions to determine what type of surgeries are more likely to form adhesive small bowel obstructions.
http://www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/10971435?src=emed_ckb_ref_0

Gynecological Surgery and Small Bowel Obstruction
Study finds the most common cause of small bowel obstruction is post-surgical adhesions. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9988792?dopt=Abstract Top of Page

Advanced Reproductive Age and Hormonal Dysfunction

Age and Unexplained Infertility
Study finds that infertile women over 35 are twice as likely to experience unexplained infertility. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18308834?ordinalpos=20&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Follicular Growth in Women with Advanced Reproductive Age
Study finds that follicular growth begins earlier in a cycle for a woman with advanced reproductive age.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14602797?ordinalpos=15&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

FSH, LH, and Age
Study examines how FSH and LH levels vary depending on age and period of menstrual cycle.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8636360?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Adolescent Body Mass Index (BMI) and Subsequent Ovulatory Infertility
Study finds that elevated BMI (a measure of proportional body weight to height) at age 18 is a risk factor for subsequent ovulatory infertility.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8030695

Detecting Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Study examines best method to detect diminished ovarian reserve in women with advanced reproductive age. http://cat.inist.fr/?aModele=afficheN&cpsidt=1629437

Multi-Vitamins May Decrease Risk of Ovulatory Infertility
Study finds that use of multi-vitamins may decrease the risk of ovulatory infertility.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pmcentrez&artid=2366795&rendertype=abstract

Oral Contraceptives and Risk for Ovulatory Infertility
Study evaluates the risk of ovulatory infertility for women who used oral contraceptives.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9247010?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Combining Chinese Medicine and Conventional Medicine Effective for Infertile Women with PCOS
Study finds that combining Chinese medicine with conventional PCOS treatment improves pregnancy rate.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/b13866654vq77h65/?p=66c030b5fe2d4dac8b7f7d6610278413&pi=4

Effectiveness of Ovarian Drilling for PCOS
Study finds ovarian drilling does not increase pregnancy rates for women with PCOS.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10796746?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=1&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Ovarian Drilling and Adhesion Formation
Study finds a high rate of adhesion formation after ovarian drilling for PCOS.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17681339?ordinalpos=57&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Recurrent Miscarriage and PCOS
Study examines the possible correlations between PCOS and recurrent miscarriage.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18616903?ordinalpos=22&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

The Effect of Weight on Fertility in Women with PCOS
Study finds that overweight women with PCOS were less likely to ovulate or respond to ovulation medicine.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/2thpr2rq04qxu5p6/?p=e329a16a24c2430c8c8c5653eb05130c&pi=2 Top of Page

Blocked Fallopian Tubes

Causes of Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Study examines the causes of blocked fallopian tubes.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3192033?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=4&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

IUD and Tubal Blockage
Study finds a high correlation between use of IUD and blocked fallopian tubes.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3974684?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=1&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Manual Physical Therapy for Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy opened blocked fallopian tubes in women diagnosed with total tubal occlusion (blockage).
http://www.clearpassage.com/science/medical-studies/Treating-Fallopian-Tube-Occlusion.PDF

Ruptured Appendix and Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Study examines the correlation between ruptured appendices and blocked fallopian tubes.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3785307?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=5&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Ultrasound to Determine Tubal Patency
Study examines the ability of ultrasound to determine if fallopian tubes are patent (open). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15123055

Chlamydia and Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Study examines women with blocked fallopian tubes and finds a high rate of Chlamydia – even though many women didn’t know they had it. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15025381?ordinalpos=100&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Diagnosis and Treatment of Ectopic Pregnancies
Study examines diagnosis and treatment options for ectopic pregnancies.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2410172?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Laparoscopic Surgery vs. Laparotomy for Ectopic Pregnancies
Study finds that women who underwent a laparotomy to remove an ectopic pregnancy developed significantly more adhesions and pelvic disorders than those who underwent laparoscopic surgery.
http://chemport.cas.org/cgi-bin/sdcgi?APP=ftslink&action=reflink&origin=springer&version=1.0&coi=1%3ASTN%3A280%3ABy6B3Mnisl0%253D&md5=f0d08814d78ce2db933182b92a32190d

Past Contraceptive Use and Risk of Ectopic Pregnancy
Study examines the correlations between contraceptive use and ectopic pregnancy.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8536453?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Reasons for the Recent Increase in Ectopic Pregnancies
Scientists examine possible reasons why the rate of ectopic pregnancies has risen in the past 10 years.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6127270?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=4&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Hydrosalpinx and Inflammation, Effects on Fertility
Study finds that women with hydrosalpinx have greater rates of inflammation, which may contribute to decreased reproductive rates.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17027363?ordinalpos=43&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Manual Physical Therapy Opens Tubes, Returns Fertility for Some Women with Hydrosalpinx
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy can eliminate hydrosalpinx and return reproductive function for some women. http://www.clearpassage.com/science/medical-studies/hydrosalpinx.php

Toxicity of Hydrosalpinx Fluid
Study finds that high concentrations of hydrosalpinx fluid are require to significantly impede embryo development, and that the endometrium helps detoxify hydrosalpinx fluid. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10202869?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=4&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed Top of Page

Early Surgery, Trauma, and Abuse

Genital Sensation and Women with CAH
Study finds that genital surgery may disrupt sensory input.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14678385?dopt=Abstract

Quality-of-Life in Women with CAH
Scientists examine the impact of the impact of genital malformation, genital surgery and chronic medication on the quality of life in adult females with congenital adrenal hyperplasia. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8582420?dopt=Abstract

Sexual and Reproductive Function in Women with CAH
Study finds that women with CAH suffer major limitations in sexual and reproductive function.
http://jcem.endojournals.org/cgi/content/full/92/4/1391

Childbirth and Dyspareunia in Women with FGM
Study finds that women with FGM experience significantly higher rates of dyspareunia and complications at childbirth.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17445819?ordinalpos=54&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

FGM Procedures, Risks, and Causes
The World Health Organization explains the four types of FGM, along with risks, causes, and the international response to FGM. http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs241/en/

FGM and Orgasms
Study finds that women with FGM can achieve orgasm if they seek help for their condition.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17970975?ordinalpos=29&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Affects of Sexual Abuse on Adult Sexuality
Study finds that women who experienced sexual abuse were less satisfied with sex than women with no history of sexual abuse.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9611687?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=2&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Chronic Pain in Female Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence
Study finds that female survivors of intimate partner violence experience chronic pain long after abusive relationship is ended.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18701353?ordinalpos=116&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Ongoing Gynecological Symptoms Associated with Physical and Sexual Abuse
Study finds that women who were physically or sexually abused experience continued symptoms of irregular menstrual cycles, urinary tract infections and pelvic pain.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18821266?ordinalpos=30&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum Top of Page

Endometriosis Pain and Infertility

Surgery Not Always Best for Infertile Patients with Endometriosis
Study finds that an individualized treatment plan is crucial for patients with endometriosis and infertility. http://www.springerlink.com/content/tb6uup08yp0b9c32/?p=4487c5b5e0b141bda62c750ad9e08165&pi=62

Asymptomatic Endometriosis and Infertility
Study finds a high rate of endometriosis in women undergoing laparoscopic surgery for infertility.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8671229?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Clinical Signs and Symptoms in Infertile Women with Endometriosis
Study evaluates infertile women with endometriosis to determine clinical signs and symptoms.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8623795?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=5&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Chronic Pelvic Pain in Young Women with Endometriosis
Scientists find that young women with chronic pelvic pain who do not respond to conventional medical treatments have an increased rate of endometriosis and should see a gynecological expert. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9391902

Delayed Diagnosis and Endometriosis
Scientists report that the lack of understanding about endometriosis results in delayed diagnosis and unsatisfactory treatments. http://www.bestpracticeobgyn.com/article/S1521-6934(04)00004-5/abstract

Endometriosis and Sexual Dysfunction
Study finds that women with endometriosis experience higher rates of sexual dysfunction and those with deep infiltrating endometriosis of the uterosacral ligament experience the most severe sexual dysfunction. http://cat.inist.fr/?aModele=afficheN&cpsidt=16607761

Endometriosis, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Study finds that women diagnosed with endometriosis are more likely to also be diagnosed with IBS and PID.
(http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18715239?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=1&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Endometriosis Symptoms, Treatment, and Diagnosis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ guide to endometriosis symptoms, treatment, and prevention. http://www.4woman.gov/faq/endomet.htm#b.

Environmental Toxins and Endometriosis
Scientists used rhesus monkeys to study endometriosis and the effects of dioxin, an environmental toxicant that alters the action of estrogen in the reproductive organs. The study found that increased exposure to dioxin correlated with a significant increase in endometriosis. http://www.ehponline.org/docs/1995/Suppl-7/rier.html

Evaluating Symptoms of Endometriosis to Help Make a Diagnosis
Study evaluates if patient symptoms can verify a diagnosis of endometriosis.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18715240?ordinalpos=24&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Lack of Endometriosis Studies
Scientists examine the small body of endometriosis studies and conclude that more endometriosis studies are needed. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12699255

Manual Physical Therapy for Endometriosis Pain
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy alleviated menstrual and intercourse pain associated with endometriosis. http://www.clearpassage.com/science/medical-studies/hydrosalpinx.php

Manual Physical Therapy Improved Sexual Function in Women with Endometriosis
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy significantly improved sexual function in women with endometriosis.
http://www.clearpassage.com/science/medical-studies/sex-function.php

Painful Periods and Endometriosis
Study finds painful periods to be the most common symptom of endometriosis.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1873245?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=4&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Recurrence of Endometriomas after Laparoscopic Surgery
Scientists study the rate and location of endometriomas after laparoscopic surgery.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16825067?ordinalpos=108&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Outcome of Second Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometriosis
Study finds that the recurrence of pain and the reproductive outcome for secondary laparoscopic surgery are comparable with those found after primary surgery.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16500340?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed Top of Page

Female Sexual Dysfunction and Painful Intercourse

Causes of Painful Intercourse
Diagnostic physicians identify some causes and locations of painful intercourse.
http://www.aafp.org/afp/20010415/1535.html

Dyspareunia after Childbirth
Study finds that 40% of women experience dyspareunia after childbirth and that a higher rate occurs in women who undergo episiotomy.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18291072?ordinalpos=90&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Episiotomy and Dyspareunia
Study examines the prominence of dyspareunia in women after episiotomy.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18204265?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=4&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

A Manual Physical Therapy Technique Significantly Decreased Intercourse Pain
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy significantly decreased intercourse pain in women.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pubmed&pubmedid=15775874

Common Sexual Concerns among Women
After examining over 900 responses to a survey mailed to women seeking gynecological care, scientists report that the most common sexual concerns include lack of interest, difficulty with orgasm, inadequate lubrication, painful intercourse, body image, unmet sexual needs, and needing more information about sexual needs. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10735482

Manual Physical Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction
Study finds that a unique manual physical therapy significantly improved all six domains of sexual function (desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction, and pain). http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pubmed&pubmedid=15775874

Most Common Form of Sexual Dysfunction: Lack of Desire
Scientists examine all past studies of sexual dysfunction and find lack of desire to be the most common sexual dysfunction in women.
http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/journal/118592971/abstract?CRETRY=1&SRETRY=0

New Definitions and Measurements of Sexual Dysfunction
Experts from five separate countries create new definitions and measures for female sexual dysfunction, including desire, arousal, orgasm, and sexual pain disorders. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10688001

Sexual Arousal in Women
Scientists set guidelines for the assessment and management of low desire, low interest, and lack of arousal.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16422860

Sexual Dysfunction Higher in Women
Study finds that sexual dysfunction is more common in women than men. http://jama.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/281/6/537 Top of Page

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Acupuncture and IVF
Study finds that acupuncture 25 minutes before and after embryo transfer increases pregnancy rates for women using ART. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11937123

ART Procedures and Statistics
The CDC’s Department of Health and Human Services explains ART procedures, how success is measured, compares various procedures, age groups, and US clinics’ success rates, along with other helpful information. http://www.cdc.gov/ART/ART2003/section2a.htm#f3

Aspirin and IVF
Study finds that aspirin can improve IVF success rates.
http://cat.inist.fr/?aModele=afficheN&cpsidt=1800496

Endometrium and Pregnancy Rates for IVF
Study examines how the quality of the endometrium affects pregnancy success rate for IVF.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/4530737868q21k57/?p=b587933e04a8470b8bd7435486c56bcf&pi=37

Financial Concerns and IVF
The New York Times interviews a women who spent $300,000 to become pregnant and examines how much couples are willing to pay to become pregnant.
http://www.nytimes.com/2004/05/11/health/11FERT.html?pagewanted=2&ei=5070&en=33f9cb799407f59a&ex=1224734400

Manual Physical Therapy for IVF
Study finds that women who underwent a unique manual physical therapy treatment before IVF transfer had significantly increased pregnancy rates. http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pubmed&pubmedid=15266276

Manual Physical Therapy for Women with Multiple Failed IVFs
Scientists evaluate the use of a manual physical therapy for women who have experienced multiple failed IVFs. http://www.clearpassage.com/science/medical-studies/ivf-medical.php

Safety of Acupuncture for IVF
Study finds that acupuncture is safe for women undergoing embryo transfers and may lead to a slight increase in pregnancy rates for women using ART. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16600225

Smoking, Extra Weight, and IVF
Study finds that smoking and extra weight decrease the chance for IVF success.
http://www.virtualmedicalcentre.com/news.asp?artid=6183 Top of Page

Secondary and Unexplained Infertility

Causes of Blocked Fallopian Tubes in Women with Secondary Infertility
Study examines the possible causes of tubal blockages in women with secondary infertility.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18682001?ordinalpos=6&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Secondary Infertility Myths
One doctor examines myths and facts about secondary infertility.
http://www.drdonnica.com/myths/00000183.htm

Understanding Secondary Infertility
RESOLVE explains secondary infertility. http://www.resolve.org/site/PageServer?pagename=lrn_wii_si

Infertility Disorders Commonly Misdiagnosed as Unexplained Infertility
Study examines whether unexplained infertility is a correct diagnosis, and looks at common disorders that are missed.
http://humrep.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/21/8/1951

When is Laparoscopic Surgery appropriate for Unexplained Infertility?
Study examines when diagnostic laparoscopic surgery should and shouldn’t be used in cases of unexplained infertility.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/q86586v660731583/?p=b587933e04a8470b8bd7435486c56bcf&pi=30

Age and Infertility
Scientists attribute the increased rate of infertility from 1982 to 1995 to the increased number of baby boomers who delayed childbearing to later and less fertile years. http://www.guttmacher.org/pubs/journals/3003498.html

Caffeine and Infertility
In a study designed to test the effects of caffeine on infertility, researches find that increased caffeine intake is associated with increased rates of tubal disease and endometriosis. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8333416

Chinese Herbal Medicine and Infertility
Study evaluates the effectiveness of Chinese herbal medicine to improve infertility.
http://www.aacupunctureclinics.com/fertility/Research1.pdf

Diagnostic Laparoscopic Surgery yields low Returns for Infertile Women
Study determines that the use of diagnostic laparoscopic surgery should be reconsidered for women with infertility.
http://www.springerlink.com/content/g06488h7w2063p52/?p=a1a17b03af66422fb767d29f587c3c14&pi=78

Manual Physical Therapy Increases Pregnancy Rates for Infertile Women
Study finds that a manual physical therapy can boost both natural and IVF pregnancy rates for women diagnosed infertile.
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pubmed&pubmedid=15266276

Stress and Infertility
Study finds that the stress of infertility can negatively impact a couple’s chance for conceiving.
http://www.webmd.com/infertility-and-reproduction/guide/20061101/marriage-stress-affects-infertility-treatment

Group Therapy and Infertility
Study finds that group therapy increases pregnancy rates in infertile women. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10731544

The Effectiveness of IUI
Study finds that the use of IUI without ovarian stimulation is no more effective than natural conception.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/health/article4481481.ece

The Dangers of Chlamydia for Infertility
Seattle Times article discusses how Chlamydia can impact infertility and why many women don’t know they have it.
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2002092283_healthstd17.html

Testing for Chlamydia in Infertile Women
Study examines the most suitable test for Chlamydia in women with infertility.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10726347?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=5&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed Top of Page