- January 21, 2025
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Catenacci Named Top Doctor and AFCC Recognized as Castle Connolly Center of Excellence in Greater Chicago
Celebrate Dr. Michelle Catenacci's 6th Top Doctor win and AFCC's Center of Excellence award by Castle Connolly. Discover our fertility care!
Read More - October 21, 2024
Understanding the Egg Freezing Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients Considering Fertility Preservation
Introduction Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, has become an increasingly popular option for patients looking to preserve their fertility for the future. Whether you’re consider...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Side Effects and Adverse Effects of Clomid, Clomiphene Citrate, Fertility Drug
Background information on Clomid Clomid, or clomiphene citrate (generic), is a medication commonly used in women for the treatment of infertility. It is often used to induce ovulation i...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Fertility Treatment with Metformin (Glucophage)
How Metformin Is Used for Polycystic Ovaries Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common cause of anovulation and infertility in women. These women do not ovulate (release eggs) regularly a...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Clomid Fertility Medication Treatment for Women That Already Ovulate and for Unexplained Infertility
Clomid, or clomiphene citrate , or Serophene is a medication that is commonly used for the treatment of infertility. Clomid was originally developed for treatment of anovulation . The m...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Progesterone Withdrawal Test - Progesterone Challenge A Diagnostic Test for Secondary Amenorrhea
The progesterone challenge test is is also referred to as a progestin challenge It is done by givng a progestin medication and seeing if this induces a menstrual period This same protoc...
Read More - September 17, 2020
T-shaped Uterus Hysterosalpingogram Pictures
Hysterosalpingogram,HSG,shownwithoutlabelsaboveandlabeled,below A hysterosalpingogram showingaT-shapeduterus.UterusatU,lefttubeL,righttubeR,dyespillageatendsoftubesonbothsidesatS,metals...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation for Unexplained Infertility
What is controlled ovarian hyperstimulation? It involves the use of the same medications used for induction of ovulation in women that have anovulation . These drugs are used to stimula...
Read More - September 17, 2020
Bromocriptine Treatment for High Prolactin Levels and Induction of Ovulation with Infertility
What is prolactin? Prolactin is a hormone made in the pituitary gland at the base of the brain The only known function of prolactin in humans is stimulation of breast milk production Pr...
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Welcome to the Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago’s blog! Here, you will find information on the latest advancements in fertility care and treatments, including IVF, IUI, third-party reproduction, LGBTQ+ family building, preimplantation genetic testing, and more. Since 1997, we’ve used our experience and continuous investment in the latest fertility technology to help thousands of patients grow their families. Contact us today for more information or to schedule a new patient appointment.