Advancements in Assisted Reproductive Techniques ensure more successful treatment, but how?
Before any conclusion on IVF treatment advancement, we need to see some facts. How does infertility disease affect both males and females?
Author: Dr Puneet Rana Arora
Can toxic air cause infertility and birth complications? Ask IVF Expert in India
Yes, exposure to toxic air pollutants has been linked to various adverse health effects, including Infertility , reproductive issues and birth complications. Air pollutants such as particulate matter (PM), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can have harmful effects on the reproductive system. “Certain air contaminants, specifically diesel exhaust, lead, and copper, appear to have endocrine-disrupting effects on female reproductive – […]
Does Assisted Reproductive Treatments (IVF) Need More Expertise and world class medical infrastructure?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a complex gynaecological medical procedure that involves fertilizing an egg with sperm outside the body and then implanting the fertilized egg into the uterus. The success of IVF depends on various factors, and having expertise and an accredited infrastructure in line with national and international standards can significantly contribute to the effectiveness and safety of the treatment. Here are the various but very important […]
Top 10 IVF Treatment Benefits Everyone Should Know in 2023
Millions of couples and individuals worldwide have used In vitro fertilization (IVF) as a medical treatment to fulfill their ambition of becoming parents. IVF treatment has many advantages for both the male and females receiving the treatment and society at large. Over 80 million couples worldwide struggle with infertility, making access to and use of IVF treatment a major global issue. And according to Reproductive Biomedicine Online, presented research […]
Why is reproductive medicine so important?
Although reproductive medicine helps bring new life into the world, its focus on issues such as birth control, sexual education, and mental health are as equally as important in creating balanced and sustainable societies. Preventing unplanned pregnancies not only reduces poverty infant mortality rates, but it also eases the strain on overstretched social services, as well as empowering millions of women all over the world to build successful careers […]
Do you know what male factor infertility is?
Male factor infertility involves essentially any factor that affects the male partner’s ability to reproduce. The causes of male factor infertility are typically related to either the production or obstruction of sperm. Many factors can result in either reduced sperm production or an obstruction that inhibits the delivery of the sperm. When the male reproductive system is functioning properly, 20 million or more sperm per milliliter of semen travel […]
Are you worried about recurrent implantation failures?
Facing recurrent implantation failures in three or more consecutive IVF attempts can definitely leave a couple dejected. Such patients need medical and psychological support to cope up with and help them understand what caused it and how they can prevent it from happening again. It is very important to evaluate both male and female partners in such cases and individualise the treatment accordingly. CAUSES AND TREATMENT
Should you screen your embryo for genetic abnormalities?
Human embryos can have genetic abnormalities. Genetic abnormalities can be in the form of extra or missing chromosomes or parts of chromosomes, and here’s what can happen with embryos carrying Genetic Abnormalities- When embryos are formed in the laboratory, some genetically abnormal embryos may reach the stage of blastocyst. Approximately 40% of human blastocysts are genetically normal, however this reduces to 25% if the woman is aged 42 at […]
Method of achieving Fertility by In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) in India
Method of fertility in egg and sperm IVF follows an elaborate seven-step cycle from ovulation induction to embryo transfer and follow-ups. Here’s a look at the exact process. Step 1. Ovulation Induction A successful IVF cycle relies on the development and maturation of multiple ovarian follicles. Therefore, as a first step, fertility drugs are given for ovulation induction. During the stimulation process, your fertility specialist will go to great […]
Oocyte Cryopreservation – What you need to know?
What Is Oocyte Cryopreservation? Oocyte cryopreservation, also known as egg freezing, is a process wherein a woman’s eggs are extracted, frozen and stored for later use. The treatment cycle is similar to that of an IVF procedure, beginning with ovarian stimulation, wherein medications that contain Follicle Stimulating Hormones are administered in the form of an injection for about 10 to 12 days. Once the eggs are ready, they are […]