The tissue that lines the uterus (womb) is called the endometrium, and when this type of tissue grows outside of the uterus, it’s known as endometriosis.

About 1 in 5 women worldwide experiences infertility, and it can have a major emotional impact on both individuals and couples. Beyond the medical and physical issues, it is a difficult and deeply personal journey that can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and other emotional effects. Below, the UAB Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility shares tips for coping with the challenges of infertility or supporting someone who is going through it.

Important Updates for UAB In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Patients Important Update, March 6, 2024 Valued UAB IVF Patients, The UAB Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility is excited to announce that the Alabama Legislature and Governor Kay Ivey have passed and signed legislation that provides some protections and will therefore allow UAB to restart in vitro […]

(IVF) involves harvesting eggs, inseminating them with sperm, and implanting the resulting embryo(s) into the woman’s uterus to achieve pregnancy. Women undergoing IVF receive daily injections of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), which causes the ovaries to recruit additional follicles. Patients may also be administered drugs to prevent ovulation too soon, before retrieval of the […]

For many couples, welcoming a healthy baby into their family is easy: They simply let nature take its course. For others, the journey is more difficult, and a healthy baby enters their lives only through the couple’s persistence and taking advantage of the latest scientific advances.