A new study funded by the National Institute of Health shows that depression in male partners may be a contributor to infertility.

Women who were depressed were not found to contribute to infertility, according to the study.

The study, published in the journal Fertility and Sterility, has also linked antidepressant medications known as non-selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or non-SSRIs, to an increased risk of early pregnancy loss in women who are undergoing infertility treatment.

Researchers at the University of Michigan are working to develop a pill designed to make tumors light up under infrared light. The goal of their research is to help eliminate unnecessary procedures for breast cancer patients.

Nearly one in eight women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer, according to statistics from BreastCancer.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the most reliable, complete and up-to-date information about breast cancer for patients and their families.

The organization anticipates 266,120 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with a form of invasive breast cancer this year. Another 63,960 women will be diagnosed with non-invasive.

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the United States. Despite its popularity, many people have questions about the body-sculpting procedure, its benefits and recovery. Here are some of the most common questions we hear about liposuction at Infinity Medical Group and their answers from Dr. Alqulali.

Do you look tired but feel rested? Do people think you look angry all the time? Does your face look older than your age? Are you having difficulty with your peripheral vision, making driving or reading difficult? Consider these questions and take a look in the mirror. Are your eyelids drooping? If so, it may be time to talk to Dr. Alqulali about blepharoplasty.

For many people, summer is not just about traveling to see the sights; it is also about cosmetic surgery. Hundreds of Americans leave the country each year to undergo low-cost cosmetic procedures or to have procedures that are unsanctioned in the United States. A new study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows that patients traveling to other countries for cosmetic surgery may get more than they bargained for - but in complications and costs.

Findings from a recent research study at the University of Massachusetts Amherst School of Public Health and Health Sciences suggest that walking for exercise can help increase a woman's ability to conceive.

The study found that women who kept a regular walking routine had a higher chance of getting pregnant than women who did not walk consistently or at all.

It seems like if a condition affected the health of over 70 percent of women, most people would know about it. But that isn't the case with uterine fibroids. These noncancerous growths in the uterus typically develop during a woman's childbearing years.

Statistics also show that uterine fibroids affect 80 to 90 percent of African-American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women.

Contributing factors to the development of uterine fibroids include age, being overweight or obese, family history of uterine fibroids and high blood pressure. Uterine fibroids are also more likely to develop in women who have never been pregnant compared to women who have been pregnant.

It may seem like spring has barely started, but we assure you, pool season is just around the corner. In one of our recent blogs we talked about eliminating hair around the bikini line and other areas. Now we want to talk about another way to get swimsuit ready this season.

Do you find yourself wearing a bathing suit with a skirt attached? Board shorts instead of bikini bottoms? Or are you avoiding the pool altogether because you are self-conscious about your labia? You're not alone. Many women are opting to have labia reduction and reshaping procedures because they are uncomfortable with the appearance of their genitals.

There is no doubt that cosmetic surgery is a growing industry. New statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' annual report, Plastic Surgery Statistics, show there is no slowdown in sight. More than 17 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2017 alone. The demand for procedures increases each year for many types of procedures. Dr. Alqulali performs cosmetic surgery and is the trusted provider of cosmetic services for many women.

Breast-reduction surgery was in demand in 2017, according to new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

The breast-reduction procedure surgically removes unwanted fat, skin and glandular tissue to bring oversized or pendulous breasts into better proportion with the rest of the body.

New medicines may mean the end of menopausal hot flashes.

Scientists at the Imperial College London have tested a new class of experimental drugs that help to reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes in menopausal women by almost 75 percent in only three days.

The research was a new analysis of data gathered through a 2017 clinical trial.

The Imperial College London researchers found that these new medications also improved sleep and the ability to focus for users in the three-day period.

Do you love Botox? You're not alone. Over 7.2 million Botox procedures were performed in 2017, making it the No. 1 minimally invasive cosmetic procedure last year. Dr. Alqulali offers Botox to patients who want to look younger quickly and prevent future wrinkles from forming.

Haven't tried it yet? What are you waiting for? Find out all you need to know about Botox in this blog.

The hormonal changes of menopause bring on a lot of changes for your body, including hot flashes, mood swings, unwanted body hair and unexplained weight gain that may not respond to even the most strenuous workout routines. But changing your diet during menopause can help prevent weight gain, improve your health and minimize your menopause symptoms.

Lab-grown human eggs may lead to new treatments for infertility.

In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers from the U.S. and the U.K. revealed their success at growing human eggs to a mature state using early-stage ovarian tissue.

The study authors collected ovarian tissue samples from 10 women during elective Cesarean section surgery. The patients donating the tissue were around the same age and at the end of their pregnancies.

Can you work out your face to look younger? Researchers at Northwestern University say yes.

Results from a new study published Jan. 3 in the the Journal of the American Medical Association show that facial exercise routines may help middle-aged women look more youthful.

The study is the first of its kind to test the ability of facial exercises to improve the appearance of the face.

It may seem like winter is never going to end, but despite the cold, swimsuit season is drawing near. This means you need to start getting swimsuit ready now. We don't mean working out; we mean that now is an excellent time to consider getting your bikini line in shape.

Do you cross your legs when you cough? Say a prayer before you sneeze? Avoid running or exercising because you're afraid your bladder may leak? If you're struggling with urinary incontinence, you're not alone. Dr. Alqulali treats many women who are living with urinary incontinence.

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the labiaplasty will be a top procedure for women in 2018.

Labiaplasty has grown in popularity over the last few years. The number of labia reshaping procedures totaled 12,000 in 2016, an almost 40 percent increase over the previous year.

A female human embryo frozen in 1992 was successfully born last November in Tennessee.

The embryo was frozen for 24 years, making it the longest known frozen human embryo in the world.

The healthy 6-pound, 8-ounce baby girl named Emma was born on November 25 to a 25-year old mother, meaning the baby was conceived just one year after her mother's birth, a startling fact even to her parents.

Are you considering a breast augmentation but have not scheduled your consultation with Dr. Alqulali because you're afraid of the recovery? If this is the case, have no fear - with a little planning before your procedure, your recovery will be smooth sailing.