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Fertility drugs are often used alone as initial treatment to induce ovulation. If they fail as sole therapy, then they may be used with assisted reproductive procedures or artificial insemination to produce multiple eggs, a process called superovulation.

Clomiphene

Clomiphene citrate (Clomid, Serophene) is usually the first fertility drug of choice for women with infrequent periods and long cycles. Unlike more potent drugs used in superovulation, clomiphene is gentler and works by block...

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Infertility In Women: Diagnosis

In any fertility work-up, both male and female partners are tested if pregnancy fails to occur after a year of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Fertility testing should be done... Read more »

Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer

ChemotherapyChemotherapy regimens are designed to kill cancer cells throughout the body. It has advantages for nearly every patient regardless of whether the cancer is hormone receptor-positive or... Read more »

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Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Treatment for Melanoma

for MelanomaTreatment depends on various factors, including the following:The site of the original lesion.The stage of the cancer.The patient's age and general health.Treatment options... Read more »

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