Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis are common conditions, each affecting up to 10% of women of reproductive age. Both are characterized by pathological growth in (and sometimes outside of) the female reproductive organs, and both account for a very large percentage of infertility cases.   While conventional treatments like birth control pills and insulin-sensitizing medications are often prescribed, many women are turning to holistic [...]

Here are a few excerpts from an article about acupuncture's positive effect on IVF outcomes:   "Researchers have discovered that acupuncture increases live birth rates and pregnancy rates for women receiving in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatments for infertility. Kidney Qi deficiency and Liver Qi stagnation are predictive of success. Many recent studies conclude that acupuncture enhances fertility but one recent study investigated success rates by [...]