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[er-cryptid]

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[translytherin]

ok i'm a little lifted but i think i just thought of a good way to gender neutral reproductive systems.

Like "female" reproductive system becomes typical ovary centered reproductive style. "Male would then be typical testees centered reproductive style. And then intersex people could be something like mixed reproductive style (obviously intersex people have an infinity of different ways their reproductive systems do or do not operate, but i just don't have the science or medical wording knowledge to express this) with some other like terms to express sub categories or whatever of intersex reproductive styles. And ovary / testees styles would have subcategories as well. Ovary centered style would have ones uh idk alternative ovary centered categories including "without" any of the individual parts. I personally like the word without better than words like missing, lacking, incomplete, etc. anyway but I'd actually like feedback on these ideas and i may regret this but (unless you are a phobic bigot) my ask box is open and anonymous is on if you prefer. Don't ruin it for others plz

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[not-a-medical-student]

What is…

Intersex?

☤

(Wikipedia)

“ Intersex people are individuals born with any of several sex characteristics including chromosome patterns, gonads, or genitals that, according to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, "do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies". [1][2] ” (1)

“ Sex assignment at birth usually aligns with a child's anatomical sex and phenotype. The number of births with ambiguous genitals is in the range of 1:4500–1:2000 (0.02%–0.05%).[3] Other conditions involve atypical chromosomes, gonads, or hormones.[4][5] Some persons may be assigned and raised as a girl or boy but then identify with another gender later in life, while most continue to identify with their assigned sex.[6][7][8] The number of births where the baby is intersex has been reported differently depending on who reports and which definition of intersex is used. ”

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To sum it up, Intersex broadly refers to any person who has mixed male and female sex characteristics, whether it be chromosomes, or an androgynous phenotype from naturally occurring sex hormones that are deemed as atypical. But many different types of variations exist and not all intersex people are androgynous.

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My questions are, Where do we draw the line between who is male and who is female when being intersex on its own is ignored despite its biological reality? It’s clear there is a binary, but what about all those who fall in between? Is where the line is drawn a social construct? Is there a line drawn? Why isn’t everyone who has mixed sex characteristics considered intersex?

Why does how we gender intersex and transsexual people change depending on who you ask? If you’re phenotype is female, but have different chromosomes, (no matter transsexual or intersex) are you “female enough” ?

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Misconceptions: Transsexual people are not intersex, unless they are. Not all transsexual people are intersex and not all intersex people are trans. But it is important to keep in mind that sometimes intersex and non-intersex transsexual bodies have overlapping features.

Being intersex does not make you non-binary, and being non-binary does not make you intersex. An intersex person’s identity could be male, female, non-binary, or just not care how they or others label themselves.

You do not have to be diagnosed as intersex to be intersex. Intersex is just a physical state of being.

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There are a wide range of intersex variations and experiences and I cannot include all, even in a broad description, to keep this post short so I will probably write more about individual conditions later on.

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[catboybiologist]

I was wondering if you had any readings on the biological aspects of transitioning, especially with the info you use to deconstruct the transphobia argument that being transgender is ‘against biology’. Im a biological sciences major, but haven’t gotten to discuss (much less find resources on) this topic.

Thanks in advance.

Long and rambling response incoming! Sorry for leaving this in my inbox for a few weeks.

This is a very interesting topic to me, and doesn't really have a clean answer. Because its not really about the biology itself, its mostly about the philosophy of science, and how it interfaces with ethics, etymology, and societal understanding. The primary thing to understand is that science is *descriptive*. Morality or classifications are societal determinations that we use to "wrap" scientific observations- gender is therefore the societal "wrapper" to sex, which, over centuries, has snowballed and taken a social definition well past any biological system.

That being said, most of my arguments hinge on the totality of changes that are possible with HRT, and how they affect the molecular mechanisms of sex determination. To me, this sheer totality means that a trans man with significant time on HRT can actually be considered a "biological man", and vice versa for a trans woman. To me, the sheer extent to which cell expression patterns change, and structural elements of the body change, means that the way that transphobes use terminology like "biological sex" is bullshit. And as I've said before, this is NOT a transmedicalist argument, and if I ever sound transmed, I am sorry. Part of the totality of this biological definition includes the interface of genetics, pyschology, and sociology that comprehensively includes all trans people, even those not on HRT. Rather, I use the changes of HRT as a way to demonstrate the plasticity of sex in humans and other animals, and how thin the barrier between sexes actually is. This punches holes in a lot of the propaganda that transphobes tend to roll out, and helps demonstrate how flimsy their talking points are. All of this is to say, something can't be "against biology" because biology is morally neutral. It's not morality. It's not static definitions. It's a set of observations. But, our thinking about definitions and classifications can reflect and be advised by these observations. For me, it helped to think about HRT changes, because my personal mentality is one of a constructed identity. I define myself by what I am in the moment, and if I can document my current state, that helps define who I am- which is a woman. The biology of transition told me how deeply that is true, and continually becomes more true, on a molecular level. So. Here's some individual papers and points that help guide my thinking on the topic, and how each helped me find peace with transitioning: Medical descriptions of changes on HRT:

I'm sure everyone is familiar with this and the WPATH, but from the perspective of medical expectations. Instead, take a look at the changes documented here, and start thinking about how deep and profound they are- these cell types and body structure are sitting there just waiting to happen, and they are literally the same as their cis counterparts. This was huge for me in accepting that my post-HRT body wouldn't be "fake", and actually is literally the

Review paper of sex determination pathways in the animal kingdom:

Transphobes use chromosomes as a prescriptive definition of sex and gender. However, if you take a broader look and see how sex determination works in animals with similar genetic mechanisms as us, it becomes pretty clear that chromosomal sex determination is a late addition to the party. Essentially, most animals use a fairly random mechanism to ensure an advantageous sex ratio in their population. This is often environmental or based on some random gene on chromosome that looks nothing like XY sex determination, but if a large chromosomal deletion comes along, its a convenient way to keep the big version of the chromosome always paired with the small chromosome- for example, the X chromosome always being paired with another X, or its half-deleted pair, the Y chromosome. But there's nothing intrinsic about the chromosomes itself that define sex, its just an evolutionary ride-along mechanism.

So what does actually determine sex? Well, as with any broad scale developmental effect, one signalling molecule or gene can cause extensive downstream genetic effects, and that active, lived set of gene expression then defines what secondary sex characteristics develop.

(even though the main point is about spermatogenesis, it does provide a lot of nice summary figures about testosterone signalling) While these papers don't talk about trans people, the introduction of cross-sex hormones will activate these pathways, and cause the wide variety of downstream transcriptional changes in gene activation. Essentially, the active genes in your body will follow the dominant upstream sex hormones in your body. If you're transfemme, on HRT, the active genes in your body are female ones. If you're transmasc, on HRT, the active genes in your body are male ones.

While I never explicitly studied trans people in my biology education, studying principles of gene regulation, chromosome biology, and just a tad of reproductive physiology means that I started to think about how all of those interface with the way we define ourselves in a lot of ways. And usually, that is dynamic- you can have developmental changes kicked off by signalling molecules later in life, and it would be deranged to ignore those changes out of spite and insist that the biological system is still the thing it was before. Sex determination is not exempt from that.

Again, I use HRT changes as an example, but you can find many similar papers on the psychology of transness even pre-HRT. But, I would caution against trying to find a "root biological reason" for being trans pre-HRT- its likely too polymodal to accurately characterize. It's why I stray away from neurological papers and arguments here. That is an ENTIRELY different argument and this post is already long. But hey, every ask I get like this helps formalize my thoughts on the matter. Hope this helped!

#trans biology thoughts

[ipso-faculty]

Compiling some terms/posts useful for people questioning if intersex

Note: If a definition in is in quotes, the source material it is quoted from is linked to by the relevant term.

Highly relevant terms

Extersex - "[A] term for those who do not know whether they are dyadic or intersex. It could be because one feels as though they might be some form of intersex, but are unable to medically confirm it, or cannot confirm what intersex variation it is. It may also be for those who have a variation that may be considered intersex, but are uncertain if they want to identify as intersex." - @themogaidragon

Inter-Questioning - "a term for anyone who is questioning if they’re intersex, for any reason. (Whether it’s due to one’s physical body, familial experiences that imply one is, or possibly simply a mental feeling that one is intersex.)" - @eldorr

Quoisex - "[An] umbrella term for anyone who doesn't quite understand their sex or doesn't want to define their sex." - LGBTQIA+ Wiki Note: I understand this as more general than extersex, and would include people questioning if altersex. See the wiki entry for subtypes (quoigonadal, quoichest, etc)

Altersex - "An umbrella term to describe having or wanting primary or secondary sex traits/characteristics that do not align with the binary sex model that a significant portion of society has adopted. It is primarily used by those who are not intersex and are trans+ and wish to or transition specifically to have a body that does not fit the aforementioned sex model." -@intersex-questions Note: Being altersex does not make somebody intersex. I include it because many people questioning their intersex status realize this is what they're looking for.

Anisohormonal - "Aniso (unequal/uneven) + hormonal (relating to hormones). An individual who has an imbalance of hormones for any number of reasons. Such individuals may or may not also be intersex." - @sproutflags Note: includes non-intersex variations such as diabetes.

Subtypes of intersex people

Note: In my experience most people questioning if they're intersex have a hormonal intersex variation like PCOS, so I'm skewing towards this accordingly.

Dysgonadal - "[having] dysfunctional gonads. This includes agonadal (no gonads) and hypogonadal. Also known as gonadal agenesis/dysgenesis, dyssex and nullogonadal/asexed (null sex or avaginal/aphallia)." - @arco-pluris Note: contrasted with eugonadal - "people with functional gonads (reproductive cells). Includes hypergonadal (hyperfunctional gonads)"

Interhormonal - "Someone who is intersex and anisohormonal and/or feels that being intersex has impacted their identity as anisohormonal in some way and/or that their identity as anisohormonal has impacted their identity as intersex in some way." - @sproutflags

Intermeer - "a term used to describe all intersex variations that are caused by an overproduction of horomones (testosterone, estrogen, or both.)" - LGBTQIA+ Wiki Variations include: AES, FMPP, PCOS. Part of The Autre System for categorizing intersex variations.

Intermindre - "a term used to describe all intersex variations that are caused by a lack of horomones (testosterone, estrogen, or both.)" Note: The wiki lists AIS and EIS as examples although they are not due to a lack of hormones, but rather a lack of sensitivity to them. Part of The Autre System for categorizing intersex variations. See the wiki for more subtypes. Thank you to anon asker who pointed out the AIS/EIS issue.

Mesosex - "[A] person who has an intersex variation, but one which does not conform to perisex (non-intersex) ideas of what intersex is. For example, people who have intersex traits that are considered "mild", or who have variations such as PCOS Hyperandrogenism and Poland Syndrome." - @ipso-faculty

More intersex terminology

Intersex Terminology Masterpost by @intersexfairy

Edits: - 2023-12-13: corrected AIS mischaracterized as lack of hormones, ty to anon for correction - 2023-12-13: added interdynamic - 2023-12-20: added inter-questioning, thank you @fazbears-horror-attraction for sharing it! - 2023-12-21: removed interdynamic. Apparently "secondary sex" means something entirely different in omegaverse. Ty to anon for correction.

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[cryptidshadows]

Hi this is kind of invasive and you definitely don't gotta answer - I'm a trans guy ~2mo on T, and it's been great so far, already feel way better even with just my small changes. One thing I'm worried about is I've heard that once you're 10+ years on T, there are some unavoidable lower/reproductive system issues that can only be solved with surgery. Specifically painful cramping that requires a hysterectomy, and urinary urgency that requires bottom surgery with urethral lengthening. Was this your experience too? Can't really afford surgeries rn and if I can save for one, top surgery is way more urgent. I wouldn't mind getting hysto if I can afford it someday but I don't think I want bottom surgery; I do got bottom dysphoria but bottom growth is helping a ton. My doc did talk to me about atrophy and prescribing estrogen cream if I experience symptoms, but I heard that doesn't help with uterine issues at all, nor urinary urgency most of the time. I really don't wanna go off T ever if I can help it though lol, so I'm just wondering what other people's experiences were, if it was that big an issue, and how they dealt with it. Sorry for the wall of text and invasive question, thank you if you respond and hope you're having a good day either way

Hey glad things are going good for you dude! Since answers are medical and will involve certain medical terminology, I'll put that under the cut.

Honestly these are some tough questions to answer, because there hasn't been enough research conducted on trans men on T for 10+ years yet, at least not enough to be truly conclusive. I had an endocrinologist tell me that it was imperative that I get a total hysterectomy within 2 years because it was inevitable that I'd develop endometrial atrophy. Buck Angel (my opinions on him aside) often speaks of how he nearly died from atrophic complications. But I had another endocrinologist and ob/gyn tell me that there isn't really a lot of evidence that there's a particular timeline or even that it happens to everyone. When it does, it's typically gradual and very rarely severe enough to cause life-threatening problems. That doesn't mean it's to be taken lightly, but it also happens to some cis women who've had a total hysterectomy or are naturally producing less estrogen, especially later in life.

I had a hysterectomy just 3 weeks ago, after more than 10 years in HRT. The biopsy did reveal endometrial atrophy. I was not experiencing cramping or pain (actually, I had very severe pain and period issues before HRT, which went away entirely once I stared T) but sometimes penetration with toys caused some light bleeding. Estrogen cream can help with that, yes - but even post-hysterectomy, I'm producing natural lube down below so far. But with any medical intervention, there's risk involved.

For urinary urgency, yes lol, I do have to pee more often, but I also drink entirely too much coffee, so that may be a factor. I've never known any trans men who had surgery for urethral lengthening except as a part of bottom surgery (to reroute the urethra through their neophallus or bottom growth). Hysterectomies come with a risk of more urinary urgency and incontinence as well. There are pelvic floor exercises that are often recommended to prevent these problems, which I'll be doing once I'm a bit more healed up.

It's very good that you're prioritizing the surgery you most need, and not pursuing operations that you don't feel are vital for you. With costs, you may be able to get a hysterectomy covered by insurance, especially if you have any pre-existing issues like PCOS, endometriosis, or evidence of atrophy, so at least there may be financial options for you if you are one day in need of it - but there's no solid evidence that you will absolutely need to remove everything as a result of HRT, at least not that I know of yet.

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[thatsonemorbidcorvid]

This is the most infuriating thing I’ve read all week.

Across the US, mainstream institutions such as the American Civil Liberties Union, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and CNN are increasingly opting for gender-neutral terms such as "pregnant people," "people who get abortions" and "birthing parent" in favor of "women" when referencing pregnancy, fertility and abortion.

These shifts in terminology signal an effort to be inclusive of transgender and nonbinary people who can also get pregnant. But the changes have also prompted pushback -- not just from Republican politicians who are openly hostile to LGBTQ people but also from some cisgender women (women whose gender identity conforms with the sex they were assigned at birth) who consider themselves LGBTQ allies and who support abortion rights.

"We're not just talking about the same people that we were before. We're broadening the scope," said Kristen Syrett, an associate professor of linguistics at Rutgers University. "And I think that's where people get more uncomfortable because it's so different from the way we've been thinking of reproductive rights and pregnancy for a long time."

Debates about language can seem arbitrary at a time when so many no longer have access to abortion services in their home state. But at the crux of these debates are questions about who is targeted by restrictive laws and policies, who is affected and who is included in the conversation.

Advocates say inclusive terms make room for everyone affected

Using inclusive language to talk about abortion recognizes that not only cis women can get pregnant, said Gillian Branstetter, a communications strategist at the ACLU's Women's Rights Project and LGBTQ & HIV Project.

Some trans men and nonbinary people can also get pregnant, as can cis girls and trans boys. This is also true in the opposite: Not all women are able to get pregnant. Some cis women struggle with fertility, while trans women lack uteruses. Opting for gender-neutral terms such as "people" or "patients" allows for these nuances in a way that just saying "women" does not.

There's scant data on how many trans and nonbinary people get pregnant and receive abortions given that medical systems in the US track them as female. A 2019 study from Rutgers University suggests that up to 30% of trans men experience unplanned pregnancies, and a 2020 study from researchers at the Guttmacher Institute and Planned Parenthood estimated between 462 and 530 trans and nonbinary people received abortions in 2017 (the CDC reports that approximately 609,000 total abortions were performed that year). As more adults identify as trans or nonbinary, experts say that such estimates are likely undercounted.

Still, those numbers pale in comparison to the numbers of cis women who access reproductive health care -- a point often made by critics of more inclusive terms. Branstetter acknowledged this reality, noting that "99% of people who are going to become pregnant or are in need of birth control or an abortion are women."

But it's necessary to make room for trans and nonbinary people precisely because of the significant barriers they face in receiving reproductive care, she added. "It's important to remember that transgender people do not have the privilege of pretending we do not exist."

Some feel gender-neutral terms erase the role of sexism

Others are concerned that forgoing the term "women" obscures what they see as the driving force behind attacks on abortion rights: Misogyny.

Carrie Baker, professor of the study of women and gender at Smith College, considers gender-neutral terms such as "pregnant people" to be inaccurate and imprecise. In theory, she said, "people" also includes cisgender men, whose bodies are not affected by abortion restrictions.

Baker said she recognizes the importance of being inclusive, and tries to reference in her writing when possible the various groups who are affected by abortion restrictions. But because she sees cisgender women as the primary targets of abortion bans, she said she makes it a point to emphasize women.

Not doing so, Baker said, erases the sexism underlying laws that seek to exert control over women's bodies.

"'Pregnant people' doesn't say who we're talking about. It makes (pregnancy) sound like it's a gender-neutral phenomenon or a sex-neutral phenomenon," she added. "I believe that bans on abortion are motivated by sex discrimination and by bias against women and cisgender women, or just femininity."

As some abortion rights supporters now look to the Equal Rights Amendment to establish a constitutional right to abortion, Baker said being explicit about the role of sexism in abortion restrictions is necessary to challenge such laws. Doing that effectively, in her view, means naming women.

"I think we need to talk about that or we, in essence, do what the right does, which is trying to erase the significance of the discriminatory impact of abortion bans," Baker said.

Some have gone as far as to suggest that women as a class are being erased. Earlier this year, The New York Times opinion columnist Pamela Paul decried the use of terms such as "pregnant people" in a piece, writing that "This isn't just a semantic issue; it's also a question of moral harm, an affront to our very sense of ourselves." The Atlantic's Helen Lewis accused the left of "declaring a war on saying 'women.'"

"By substituting people for women, we lose the ability to speak of women as a class. We dismantle them into pieces, into functions, into commodities," she argued.

Syrett, the Rutgers University linguist, understands where these anxieties are coming from, but encourages people to reflect on what they're signaling with their word choices.

"It seems natural for some individuals to (feel) like this is taking away something or maybe it's not honoring a part of what they've associated with womanhood for so long," she said. "It's an opportunity for everyone, regardless of their own stance with respect to reproductive issues or their own experience, to take a step back and ask what it means to talk about 'women' versus 'females' versus 'people with the ability to reproduce.'"

Others say the debate presents a false dichotomy

For the ACLU's Branstetter, claims that women are being erased are overblown.

Progressive organizations are opting for terms such as "pregnant people" in their own public messaging campaigns, but no one is forcing women to stop describing themselves as such, she said. Additionally, the word "women" continues to be centered in many national conversations about abortion -- from the Women's Health Protection Act that sought to codify Roe v. Wade to the Supreme Court ruling Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization that overturned it.

"I think that the demise of the word 'woman' is greatly exaggerated," Branstetter said. "And I don't think that there's any harm in making space for the many people who do need this care who are not women."

Advocates of more inclusive terms also feel that such debates present a false dichotomy.

Oliver Hall, trans health director for the Kentucky Health Justice Network, said critics of terms such as "pregnant people" are missing the ways that trans and nonbinary people are also hurt by misogyny. Recognizing what drives abortion restrictions and making space for trans and nonbinary people aren't mutually exclusive, they added.

"I think people feel like not just saying 'women' means that we can't talk about the role that misogyny plays in these laws," Hall said. "But I think that also does a disservice to trans people who are also affected not just by those laws, but by misogyny as a whole."

Including trans and nonbinary people in the fight for abortion rights doesn't mean taking away something from cisgender women, Hall said. Rather, a more inclusive coalition has the potential to strengthen the abortion rights movement.

At the heart of abortion bans is a desire to uphold traditional gender roles, Branstetter said, comparing them to attempts to ban gender-affirming care.

"What the effort to ban abortion and the effort to erase transgender people from public life have in common is the enforcement of a very strict gender binary based on the exploitation of reproductive labor," she said. "That is a more complicated story to tell than 'They're doing it because they hate women.' But it's a truer one."

[what-causes-hyperspermia]

Hyperspermia Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Hyperspermia is a rare health condition, mostly unknown to the population. Though it is only found in less than 4% of the population, it still has severe after-effects for males. As Hyperspermia is known as a condition in which a man produces more than the expected volume of semen (a fluid that a man ejaculates during an orgasm, it contains not only sperm but also fluid from the prostate gland).

However, you should know that the presence of hyperspermia in men's bodies doesn’t affect their health drastically, but it can lead to infertility. Thus, this article will give you insights into hyperspermia, its causes, and how you can deal with it.

What is hyperspermia? 

Hyperspermia is a health condition that usually results when a person produces a larger volume of semen than expected. A volume of more than 5.5 milliliters (ml) or, in some cases, more than 6 ml per ejaculation is considered excessive, according to medical terminology. However, it should be kept in mind that "hyperspermia" might indicate a rise in sperm production, but it also can show that the volume of the semen is high due to the production of other fluids that help make up the semen.

Hyperspermia Causes 

There is not any specific reason that results in hyperspermia. Still, It is found that men temporarily experience hyperspermia that too fades away easily. But the trouble begins when the hyperspermia condition remains stagnant, leading to infertility. Though there are not any prolonged reasons to lead to this condition except for some toxic lifestyle factors such as-

Use of certain medications 

Infection in the prostate 

Use of steroids 

Use of pills to enhance sexual performance 

Consumption of highly fibrous and protein-rich food 

The gap between sexual activity

Signs and symptoms

One of the biggest signs of hyperspermia illness is when a man produces more than expected sperm in the semen, and the other signs include-

Higher sexual drive 

Delay in ejaculation 

Dizziness after sex 

Fatigue or weakness after intercourse 

Pain during ejaculation

The stretchiness of the penis 

Discharge of yellow-colored sperm

How does hyperspremia affect fertility? 

Research says that in some cases, hyperspermia might lead to low infertility as it troubles a male’s reproductive system. Usually, it is considered that the percentage of sperm remains high in the semen, which is totally wrong. People with an increased semen volume may actually have less sperm than normal in their ejaculate because, at that time, other fluid in the semen works to break the consistency and make the semen level thin. As a result, this negatively affects male fertility.

Is diagnosing hyperspermia possible?

To fight infertility and overcome the never-ending challenges of a man's reproductive health of a man it is necessary to look for a way to get diagnosed to get a confirmation of the illness so that corrective measures can be taken at the right time. However, you should be pleased to know that diagnosing the state of hyperspermia to combat the upcoming hurdles of infertility. 

You can opt for these ways to get diagnosed at the right time-

Hormone test

Physical examination to examine male reproductive organs 

Imaging 

Semen Analysis

Treatment to fight infertility caused by hyperspermia 

Infertility is identified as a chronic illness in most terms, and it not only snatches away the dreams of becoming a parent but also affects your mental health and puts a strain on your pocket. However, you should know that despite too much negativity, there is still a way to combat the hurdles of infertility by opting for the right treatment, such as:

IVF- In-vitro fertilization( IVF) is a process in which the reproduction process is performed outside the human body inside the petri dish where eggs a sperm get combine to form an embryo. It has been one of the most popular forms of ART ruling in the healthcare sector since 1978.

ICSI- Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is popular for being a further assistance to IVF. It is performed in an ongoing IVF process where a sperm is injected into the center of an egg with the help of a needle to ensure the success of IVF. 

Want to know more?

Hyperspermia might be a rare illness in men, but it leads to infertility in most cases when it occurs. And to become a parent, it is essential to take the right action at the right time without delay. Thus, for a personalized approach, it is recommended to reach out to Crysta IVF, the best IVF centre in Hyderabad, where a team of experts and experienced doctors will address your troubles and give you the best consultation to fight infertility.

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Design: Schematic representations and real-life images to explain the respiratory process and lung function.

Content: Anatomy of the respiratory system, gas exchange mechanism, and respiratory health issues.

Digestive System

Design: Detailed charts and models tracing the path of food through the digestive tract, highlighting key organs.

Content: Digestive organ functions, the digestion process, and nutritional aspects of human anatomy.

Additional Sections

Depending on the audience and purpose, the template can include slides on the endocrine, urinary, reproductive, and integumentary systems, each with tailored designs and content.

Conclusion

Design: A powerful, human-centric image that encapsulates the marvel of human anatomy.

Content: Summary of key points, the interconnectivity of body systems, and the significance of anatomical knowledge in health and disease.

Design Elements

Color Scheme: A palette that balances clinical precision with approachability, using neutral backgrounds and color-coded systems for clarity.

Fonts: Professional, easy-to-read fonts that maintain readability over detailed or textured backgrounds.

Icons and Symbols: Medical and anatomical icons enhance understanding and visual appeal.

Transitions and Animations: Tastefully used to emphasize points without detracting from the educational content.

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Terminology

LGBT: Abbreviation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender. An umbrella term used to refer to the community as a whole.

Queer:  An umbrella term for people who are not heterosexual or are not cisgender. Originally meaning 'strange' or 'peculiar', queer came to be used pejoratively against those with same-sex desires or relationships in the late 19th century.

Surrogacy: An arrangement, often supported by a legal agreement, whereby a woman agrees to delivery/labor on behalf of another couple or person, who will become the child's parent after birth.

Assisted Reproductive Technology: Any fertility-related treatments in which eggs or embryos are manipulated. Procedures where only sperm are manipulated, such as intrauterine inseminations, are not considered under this definition.

Marginalized: To relegate to an unimportant or powerless position within a society or group.

Disenfranchised: Deprived of some right, privilege, or immunity.

Intersectionality: The interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender as they apply to a given individual or group, regarded as creating overlapping and interdependent systems of discrimination or disadvantage.

Iterative Coding Process: A process where the design of a product or application is improved by repeated review and testing.

Heteronormative: The concept that heterosexuality is the preferred or normal mode of sexual orientation. It assumes the gender binary and that sexual and marital relations are most fitting between people of the opposite sex.

Dysphoric: very unhappy, uneasy, or dissatisfied: marked or characterized by dysphoria.

Gestation: The carrying of young in the uterus.

TGD: Transgender and Gender Diverse

Testosterone: A steroid hormone that stimulates the development of male secondary sexual characteristics, produced mainly in the testes, but also in the ovaries and adrenal cortex. Can also be used for gender-affirming care.

Estrogen: A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics of the body. Such hormones are also produced artificially for use in oral contraceptives or to treat menopausal and menstrual disorders. Can also be used for gender-affirming care.Medical Transition: A part of a transition in which a transgender person undergoes medical treatments so that their sex characteristics better match their gender identity.

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What is a Female Urologist Called? Breaking Barriers in Medicine

The field of medicine has made significant strides in promoting gender diversity among healthcare professionals. Traditionally, male-dominated specialties, such as urology, have seen an increasing number of female practitioners breaking through the glass ceiling. In this article, we'll explore what a female urologist is called, delve into the challenges they face, and celebrate their contributions to the medical field.

Defining the Term: Urologist

Before we delve into the specific terminology for female urologists, it's crucial to understand the role of a urologist. Urologists are medical professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Their expertise covers a wide range of issues, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate problems, and sexual dysfunction. Urologists play a vital role in maintaining the health and well-being of both men and women.

What is a Female Urologist Called?

The term for a female urologist is simply "urologist." Just like in other medical specialties, there is no gender-specific title for practitioners in the field of urology. The use of gender-neutral titles is a reflection of the progress made in recognizing the equal capabilities of male and female physicians.

Breaking Stereotypes: Challenges Female Urologists Face

Despite the absence of a gender-specific title, female urologists have faced unique challenges and stereotypes in their journey to establish themselves in this traditionally male-dominated field. Here are some of the obstacles they encounter:

Gender Bias: Female urologists often face skepticism and stereotypes from both patients and colleagues. Some patients may be uncomfortable discussing sensitive urological issues with a female physician due to cultural or personal beliefs. Additionally, female urologists may encounter implicit biases within the medical community, which can affect their career advancement.

Limited Mentorship Opportunities: Female urologists may have fewer role models and mentors compared to their male counterparts. This can impact their career development, as mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping a physician's professional journey.

Work-Life Balance: Balancing a demanding surgical specialty like urology with family responsibilities can be challenging for female urologists. The long hours, on-call duties, and unpredictable nature of emergencies can make it difficult to maintain a work-life balance.

Lack of Awareness: Many people are still unaware of the presence of female urologists, assuming that all urologists are male. This lack of awareness can hinder patients from seeking out the care they need.

Celebrating Female Urologists: Their Contributions to Medicine

Despite these challenges, female urologists have made significant contributions to the field of medicine and urology. Their unique perspectives and experiences enrich the practice of urology and benefit patients in various ways:

Improved Patient Comfort: Female urologists often excel in creating a more comfortable and empathetic environment for patients, especially when discussing sensitive urological issues. Their presence in the field encourages inclusivity and ensures that all patients receive the care they need.

Advancements in Research: Female urologists are actively engaged in research and innovation within the field. Their diverse perspectives have led to groundbreaking research that benefits both men and women. For example, they have contributed to the development of new treatments for urinary incontinence, pelvic floor disorders, and kidney diseases.

Advocacy for Women's Health: Female urologists are strong advocates for women's health, emphasizing the importance of early detection and treatment of urological conditions specific to women, such as pelvic organ prolapse and urinary tract infections.

Encouraging Diversity: The presence of female urologists encourages diversity within the medical field, inspiring more women to pursue careers in urology and other surgical specialties. This increased diversity brings fresh perspectives and ideas, ultimately benefiting patient care.

A female urologist is simply called a "urologist," reflecting the progress made in recognizing the equal capabilities of male and female physicians. While female urologists have faced challenges and stereotypes in their journey to establish themselves in this traditionally male-dominated field, they have made significant contributions to medicine and urology. Their presence not only improves patient comfort but also advances research and advocacy for women's health. As we continue to break down gender barriers in medicine, female urologists serve as role models and trailblazers for future generations of physicians.

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What is Medical Coding?

Introduction:-

Medical coding is a vital part of the healthcare system, as it allows medical professionals to effectively communicate and record patient information. It involves assigning codes to diagnoses, treatments, and procedures to accurately document patient medical records. For those looking to join the healthcare industry, a medical coding course can provide the necessary training to become a medical coder.

What is Medical Coding?

Medical coding is the process of translating important medical information into simple codes. Medical coding specialists turn medical diagnosis, procedures, services, and equipment information into standardized alphanumerical code that is applied to the patient billing process. It is a sophisticated language essential to the healthcare system: without it, patient records and billing wouldn’t be possible.

Career in Medical Coding

Medical coding is a crucial component of healthcare administration, and it's a career path that can be both rewarding and lucrative. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a new career opportunity, medical coding may be the perfect choice for you.

The basic prerequisites for getting a medical coding job are to complete medical coding training. This can be done in the form of an associate degree program in medical coding, or a certificate in medical coding from an accredited organization.

Online medical billing and coding training courses are programs that prepare students to become certified professionals in the healthcare field. They can be completed in different time frames, from four months to one year, depending on the course provider and the student space. 

Medical Coding Course Eligibility

To be eligible for a medical coding course, you typically need a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree. Some programs may also require specific coursework in biology, anatomy, or medical terminology. Once you've completed a medical coding course and obtained the necessary certifications, you'll be prepared to enter the field and start your medical coding job.

Qualification criteria require for medical coding course - the aspirant to graduate from medical science or life-sciences courses.

Eligibility for Medical coding course - aspirants to have a minimum of 50% aggregate in their undergraduate degree.

Graduates From any domain are eligible for Medical Coding Course.

 No age limit is included in India's Medical Coding Course qualification.

Medical Coding Course List

Medical coding courses are differentiated by the type of coding method and the code's purpose. Some of the popular medical coding course in India is listed below:

Coding for Inpatient Services

Diagnosis Codes 

Procedure Codes 

Dental Procedure Codes

Another Procedure Codes

Medical Coding Fee Structure

The medical coding course cost INR 21,000 approx per aspirant. Applicants must pay the class fees for the CPC program in full at the beginning.

Medical Coding Syllabus

The general medical coding syllabus includes: 

Introduction to Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology

Digestive System using ICD-9-CM

Anatomy Structure

Medical Ethics

CPT Coding for Reproductive Systems

Infections using ICD-9-CM

ICD-9-CM Coding Manual

Coding for Mental Disorders using ICR-9-CM 

Coding for Pregnancy using ICD-9-CM

Medical Coding Course Jobs in India

Some of the common areas of recruitment with medical coding course qualifications for students include:

Home health care services

Medical Insurance Companies

Hospitals

Nursing care facilities

Physicians' offices

Insurance Companies

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i know medical terminology is extremely old for the most part but i think its weird people aren't allowed to point out medical sexism, racism, etc because of that fact. its important to know how deeply those things are ingrained in everything in society for so long.

like- lets breakdown uterus reproductive health. everyone knows the tools and care are barbaric compared to the medical technology for penis and testicular issues but its literally down to the words for procedures. hysterectomy is a more obvious example, -ectomy means removal or to cut out, but hyster- comes from the greek word hystera which medically means uterus because they thought women were uncontrollable emotionally and crazy. a lot of words for parts and diseases/surgeries of the uterus, vagina, ovaries, vulva- is based off people with those parts being inferior and crazy. if you mention this in medical terminology or really any medical class people will say "oh well those words are so old they dont have that meaning anymore, its just what they thought at the time". but you must know that isn't true. those things will always be passed down if they aren't addressed in medicine. people with uteruses are still treated like they are crazy in the medical field 24/7, i know more than one woman whos excruciating pain was written off as just menstruation and then found out they had a ruptured ovary, endometriosis, etopic pregnancy, etc. not just that but to this day lots of DOCTORS, people who went through years of medical school, think that black patients have a higher pain tolerance and different lung capacity due to "studies" and medical language still used from over 100 years ago at this point.

the medical system is a mess and pointing out etymology isn't going to sort everything out, but just because it isn't the most important thing to fix doesn't make it not important!! i don't understand this logic that because there are more important issues this thing isn't worth addressing at all.

#i got annoyed in class today bc its just. god #im not in medical terminology anymore i finished that course awhile ago but it still comes up in my other classes of course and its so #frustrating bc its so obvious how different the genitalia are treated in all regards and how much your skin tone effects your medical care #gnawing and maiming #terfs dni

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Most Common OB GYN CPT Codes

Introduction The medical billing and coding process is an essential aspect of healthcare administration that ensures accurate and efficient reimbursement for medical services provided. In the field of obstetrics and gynecology, healthcare professionals use specific Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes to bill for their services. These codes are standardized and universally recognized, making them essential for insurance billing and claims submission. In this article, we will discuss the most common OB GYN CPT codes and how they are categorized. Understanding these codes will help healthcare professionals optimize their billing processes and improve the quality of patient care.

Most Common OB GYN CPT Codes Following is a list of most common OB GYN CPT codes. Note that CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association (AMA). We shared following list only for provider reference purpose and haven’t provided complete code description.

59400: This code represents routine obstetric care including antepartum care, vaginal delivery, and postpartum care. 59409: This code represents vaginal delivery after a previous cesarean delivery. 59410: This code represents delivery by cesarean section, including antepartum and postpartum care. 59425: This code represents antepartum care only, with no delivery included. 59426: This code represents postpartum care only, with no delivery included. 59430: This code represents postpartum care following a vaginal delivery only. 59510: This code represents routine obstetric care including antepartum care, cesarean delivery, and postpartum care. 59514: This code represents cesarean delivery only, with antepartum and postpartum care included. 59515: This code represents postpartum care only following a cesarean delivery. 59610: This code represents routine obstetric care including antepartum care, vaginal delivery, and postpartum care for a patient with a singleton pregnancy. 59612: This code represents routine obstetric care including antepartum care, vaginal delivery, and postpartum care for a patient with multiple gestations (twins, triplets, etc.). 59614: This code represents delivery by cesarean section, including antepartum and postpartum care, for a patient with a singleton pregnancy. 59618: This code represents delivery by cesarean section, including antepartum and postpartum care, for a patient with multiple gestations (twins, triplets, etc.). 59620: This code represents antepartum care only, with no delivery included, for a patient with a singleton pregnancy. 59622: This code represents antepartum care only, with no delivery included, for a patient with multiple gestations (twins, triplets, etc.). OB GYN CPT Code Categories OB GYN CPT codes are categorised as:

Obstetric care codes: These codes are used to bill for prenatal care, delivery, and postpartum care. Diagnostic ultrasound codes: These codes are used to bill for various types of ultrasound examinations performed during pregnancy, including transabdominal, transvaginal, and fetal biophysical profiles. Gynecologic surgical procedure codes: These codes are used to bill for surgical procedures performed on the female reproductive system, including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and hysterectomy. Contraceptive management codes: These codes are used to bill for services related to contraceptive management, including counseling, insertion and removal of contraceptive devices, and management of side effects. Diagnostic and therapeutic procedure codes: These codes are used to bill for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to the female reproductive system, such as colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, and dilation and curettage (D&C). Codes for management of menstrual disorders: These codes are used to bill for services related to the diagnosis and management of menstrual disorders, including abnormal uterine bleeding and menstrual cramps. Codes for management of menopausal and postmenopausal disorders: These codes are used to bill for services related to the diagnosis and management of menopausal and postmenopausal disorders, including hormone replacement therapy. Codes for management of infertility: These codes are used to bill for services related to the diagnosis and management of infertility, including ovulation induction, artificial insemination, and in vitro fertilization (IVF). It’s worth noting that some codes may fall into multiple categories depending on the services provided. It’s important to choose the appropriate code(s) based on the specific services provided to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement.

We shared list of most common OB GYN CPT codes for provider reference purpose. You are advised to connect with payer or medical billing company for appropriate use of these procedure codes. Legion Healthcare Solutions is a leading medical billing company providing complete billing and coding services. Our expert OB GYN coders can assist you in appropriately using procedure codes and can ensure accurate insurance reimbursements. As a leading medical billing company, our team is well versed with latest billing guidelines and reimbursement policies. To know more about OB GYN billing and coding services, contact us at 727-475-1834 or email us at [email protected]

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