An online nationwide questionnaire discovered that 55 percent of Americans believed that miscarriages only happened in rare cases, citing that only around 5 percent of all pregnancies ended in a miscarriage.

Infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods, excess hair growth, acne, and obesity can all occur in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Egg quality declines significantly in the late 30s and early 40s.

These include the testes, where sperm is made, several ducts (tubes) where sperm is stored, and the penis. The penis has a single duct called the urethra; this releases both sperm and urine. Also included in the male reproductive system are the accessory sex glands, which include the prostate gland and seminal vesicles.

Always prepare the cervical cap by filling it about one-third full with spermicide.

Using the cervical cap is safe, simple, and convenient. It has no effect on a woman's natural hormones, but it cannot be used during menstruation.