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Summary

Couples, individuals, friends and family who are coping with infertility may find the alt.infertility and misc.health.infertility newsgroups a valuable source of support and information. Infertility is a medical issue which affects approximately 15% of couples of childbearing age. The alt.infertility and misx.health.infertility newsgroups provide an outlet for those who are dealing with infertility, allowing users to discuss various infertility related subjects with other users who are going through similar ordeals. Topics discussed in these newsgroups include cover personal experiences such as self-esteem, effects of infertility on important relationships, feelings towards fertile individuals, personal stories, etc. Users also talk about treatment options, doctors, alternative medical options, financial issues, adoption, using sperm donors/surrogates/egg donors, and lots of other things relevant to infertility. Due to the sensitive nature of the topics discussed in these newsgroups, it is recommended that you read the FAQ at http://www.fertilityplus.org/faq/infertility.html before you look up the newsgroups in your newsreader.