Care and treatment for fertility, thyroid, and pituitary disorders
Endocrinologists diagnose and treat disorders of the endocrine system, a complex group of glands. The endocrine system produces and releases hormones that influence or control a wide range of physiological activities like respiration, metabolism, mood, growth, and development. It also regulates reproduction function; Endocrinologists specializing in fertility issues are called reproductive medicine specialists.
Let our ARC endocrinologist find the proper treatment for you
ARC endocrinologist Dr. Maya Bledsoe will work with you to explore the hormonal imbalances that may be affecting your health. Dr. Bledsoe specializes in four specific endocrine system areas; male and female reproductive and infertility problems, thyroid and parathyroid disorders & diseases, and hormonal disorders.
Dr. Bledsoe works with the ARC staff to coordinate your care and provide the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options available to address your healthcare needs.
Services
- Fertility Care
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Fertility Care
Treating infertility requires knowing the causes. Female and male infertility can be caused by underlying diseases and conditions, including thyroid and parathyroid disorders & diseases and hormonal disorders.
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- Fertility Services
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Fertility Services
Whether you plan to start a family soon or grow your current family, fertility problems can make the exciting time more challenging. Many different medical conditions and other factors can contribute to infertility, affecting men and women equally.
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- Infertility Treatment
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Infertility Treatment
ARC fertility specialists work with you to see what can be causing infertility. Some causes include failure to ovulate, endometriosis, abnormal uterus, low sperm count, or erectile function.
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- Intrauterine Insemination
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Intrauterine Insemination
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a procedure in which sperm is placed into the uterus using a small catheter. This treatment improves the chances of fertilization by increasing the number of healthy sperm that reach the fallopian tubes when the woman is most fertile.
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- Reproductive Endocrinology
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Reproductive Endocrinology
Your reproductive medicine team and fertility specialist will work with you and your partner to diagnose and treat reproductive disorders. Once you begin to explore the medical causes and discover fertility treatments that may be able to help.
- Reproductive Medicine
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Reproductive Medicine
Starting a family and conceiving a child seems simple and natural, but fertility could be affected by many factors. Our ARC specialist works with you and your partner since both male and female infertility contribute to a successful pregnancy.
- Semen Analysis
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Semen Analysis
A semen analysis measures sperm count, the quantity and quality of semen and sperm. This is used to determine whether a man might be infertile.
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- Thyroid Ultrasound
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Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid ultrasounds use sound waves to examine the thyroid gland within the neck.
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Conditions
- Calcium Disorders
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Calcium Disorders
Calcium disorders include osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, hypocalcemia, hypercalcemia, and other calcium-related conditions.
- Female Infertility
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Female Infertility
Some factors like age, chronic diseases, and abnormalities can affect how a woman ovulates, gets pregnant, or gives birth to a baby.
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- Fertility Disorders
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Fertility Disorders
Female disorders can cause infertility, a reproductive system problem that affects the body's ability to reproduce. It could be caused by a problem with the person's system.
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- Grave’s Disease
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Grave’s Disease
Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that commonly causes the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism).
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- Growth Hormone
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Growth Hormone
Growth hormone conditions can cause abnormalities that affect a person's stature, hormones, or genetics.
- Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hashimoto thyroiditis is the most common type of thyroiditis problem. It may also be called chronic autoimmune thyroiditis.
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- Hormonal Imbalances
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Hormonal Imbalances
Hormonal imbalances are caused by having too little or too much of a hormone in your body.
- Hyperthyroidism
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Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism means your thyroid gland (found in your neck) is too active. An overactive thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. This makes your metabolism work at a faster rate.
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- Hypothyroidism
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Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is the most common type of thyroid disorder. It means your thyroid gland (found in your neck) is not active enough. Its job is to make thyroid hormone. If the gland is underactive, it may not make enough thyroid hormone.
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- Male Infertility
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Male Infertility
Male infertility may be due to low sperm production, abnormal sperm function, or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm. Injuries, chronic illnesses, lifestyle choices and other factors can cause male infertility.
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- Menstrual Irregularities
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Menstrual Irregularities
Menorrhagia is heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. It can be related to a number of conditions including problems with the uterus, hormone problems, or other conditions.
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- Ovarian Dysfunction
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Ovarian Dysfunction
Ovarian dysfunction is a condition in which the ovaries stop working and menstrual periods stop before age 40. This can cause fertility problems and symptoms of menopause.
- Parathyroid Disease
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Parathyroid Disease
Hyperparathyroidism, or parathyroid disease, occurs when one or more of your parathyroid glands are overactive.
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- Progesterone Imbalances
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Progesterone Imbalances
The most important role of progesterone is to get your uterus ready so it can receive, implant, and support a fertilized egg during pregnancy. Progesterone imbalances can affect your ability to become pregnant.
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- Reproductive Endocrine Disorders in Men and Women
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Reproductive Endocrine Disorders in Men and Women
Endocrine disorders can be caused by improper function of the glands that secrete hormones, the receptors that respond to hormones, and the organs that are directly impacted by hormones.
- Thyroid Disorders and Diseases
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Thyroid Disorders and Diseases
Thyroid disease can cause hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. It can also lead to other issues that may need to be treated by a doctor.
- Thyroid Nodules, Tumors and Cancers
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Thyroid Nodules, Tumors and Cancers
Changes in the thyroid gland are often easy to see and feel. Lumps or bumps, called nodules, are common. Most of them are not cancer (benign) but may have to be treated by a doctor.
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- Vitamin D Deficiency
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Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that can be obtained through supplements, food, or sunlight. Vitamin D supplementation is the main treatment for deficiency issues.
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