A naturally occurring pregnancy loss in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy.

An abortion accompanied by pain and bleeding that does not eliminate all embryonic and fetal tissue inside the uterus.

The termination of a pregnancy when the mother’s health is threatened.

Hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal gland. Abnormal levels are sometimes associated with infertility.

Having never menstruated by the age of 16

Multidisciplinary group of fertility and reproductive specialists that teach, do research on and advocate for reproductive medicine.

A doctor that specializes in the area of male health, particularly male fertility and reproductive health.

Substances made by males and females that attack foreign matter and help prevent infection; may also cause infertility in certain cases.

A condition that occurs when scar tissue forms inside the uterus, possibly leading to infertility or menstrual irregularities.

Fertility treatments that include the handling of both the egg and the sperm; includes IUI, IVF, GIFT, and ZIFT.