LEADING THE WAY IN YOUR REPRODUCTIVE JOURNEY
Your trusted source for accurate and up-to-date information on reproductive health, fertility, contraception, and pregnancy. Explore our comprehensive resources to make informed decisions about your reproductive journey.
Just the Facts
Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)
A hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is an x-ray procedure used to see whether the fallopian tubes are patent (open) and if the inside of the uterus (uterine cavity) is normal.
Testosterone use and male infertility
Low testosterone does not directly cause infertility. Even men with low T levels may have sufficient T levels for sperm production, but it may contribute to lower counts or less healthy sperm.
Ovarian Drilling
Learn how ovarian drilling can restore ovulation in women with PCOS when medications fail. Understand the benefits, risks, and procedure details here.
Hyperprolactinemia (High Prolactin Levels)
Hyperprolactinemia (high prolactin levels) can affect fertility in men and women. Learn causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to improve reproductive health.
Sperm Morphology
Sperm morphology (shape) can impact male fertility. Learn how sperm shape affects conception, testing methods, and what abnormal morphology means for pregnancy success.
Hydrosalpinx
Hydrosalpinx, a blocked and fluid-filled fallopian tube, can impact fertility. Learn causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to improve pregnancy chances.
What is in vitro maturation (IVM)?
In vitro maturation (IVM) is a fertility treatment where eggs mature outside the body. Learn how IVM works, its benefits, and who may be a good candidate for it.
Patient Story
Kristen Ritchie
I spent seven years navigating infertility, which was tumultuous but also a period of tremendous personal growth in hindsight. We were eager to start a family after marrying; we became pregnant naturally and miscarried twice. I was distraught and proactively sought out a reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist (REI). Diagnostic testing revealed that I had diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), the medical term for a low egg count. We proceeded with in vitro fertilization (IVF) with preimplantation genetic testing with aneuploidy screening since our losses were likely due to chromosomal abnormalities.
protecting assisted reproduction
ASRM works tirelessly to protect your reproductive rights and those of your doctor to bring you the best possible care. From publishing whitepapers, drafting letters to state governments, visiting officials on Capitol Hill, and raising money to lobby for insurance to pay for infertility treatment, ASRM is busy working for you!
Reproductive Rights and You State and Territory INFERTILITY INSURANCE LAWS
Invitation to volunteer with ASRM
ASRM believes that including the voices of people directly affected by infertility helps us create relevant, inclusive, and impactful educational content.We are looking for members of the patient community and/or community stakeholders to lend their perspectives through the review of ASRM patient-centered educational materials, ethics documents, documents for professionals that guide clinical practice, and summaries of our ethics and professional materials developed for lay readers.
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this (short) form to tell us a bit about yourself, your interests, and what skills and experiences you bring to the table.
Thank you for considering, we look forward to hearing from you. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to jgoldstein@asrm.org. Volunteer with ASRM
Fighting for Our Future: Rescuing Research
The future of fertility science is on the line.
ASRM’s Fighting for Our Future: Rescuing Research Campaign is a bold emergency response—designed to provide immediate bridge funding to at-risk investigators and preserve the innovation pipeline in reproductive medicine. Click here to learn more about the Fighting for Our Future: Rescuing Research CampaignFertility in the News
ASRM Statement on FACE Act Repeal Bill
ASRM opposes the repeal of the FACE Act, citing rising violence like the Palm Springs clinic bombing and urging Congress to uphold vital patient and provider protections.
Fertility & Sterility Publishes New Study Validating IVF Data Accuracy of a National Commercial Claims Database, Comparable with National IVF Registries
New study validates IVF data from commercial claims database, supporting its use by policymakers, employers, and researchers in expanding IVF coverage.
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Advocacy Resources
ASRM has prepared resources to help explain and advocate for reproductive rights and the continuation of IVF and other fertility treatments. View the advocacy resources
FAQ About Infertility
Infertility is not an inconvenience; it's a disease of the reproductive system. Learn the facts
Patient Journeys
ASRM has resources, videos, and publications to help you through each stage of your journey. View the Patient Journeys
Browse Topics
The following links lead to pages where all the resources on that topic are compiled onto a single page. Browse the topic listPodcast
SART Fertility Experts Podcast is designed to provide up to date information about a variety of topics related to fertility testing and treatment such as IVF. Listen to a podcast episode
Fact Sheets and Infographics
ASRM produces a series of fact sheets and booklets on various topics related to infertility, reproductive health, and family planning. Read the Fact Sheets
State and Territory Infertility Insurance Laws
View insurance information by US State and Territory View Insurance Laws by U.S. State
Videos
Terms and Definitions
Reproductive Rights and You
The Dobbs decision has sparked a litany of changes in state laws across the nation, and more are expected. Protect Your Rights
Patient Stories
Read real-life stories from patients who have faced reproductive medicine challenges and come out stronger on the other side.
Read our patient stories
Fertility in the News
ASRM Press Releases and Bulletins are published by ASRM's Office of Public Affairs to inform you about important recent developments. Keep up with the News
Expert Guidance for Your Reproductive Health
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SART Fertility Experts Podcast
An educational project of ASRM's affiliated society, the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), this series is designed to provide up to date information about a variety of topics related to fertility testing and treatment such as IVF.
Fact Sheets and Infographics
ASRM produces a series of fact sheets and booklets on various topics related to infertility, reproductive health, and family planning. The fact sheets and booklets are available in English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Fertility in the News
ASRM Press Releases and Bulletins are published by ASRM's Office of Public Affairs to inform the world about important happenings in reproductive medicine and at ASRM.
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