How To Treat Infertility

Almost 6 percent of women in the United States between the ages of 15 and 44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant. The number of couples having trouble conceiving is rising each year, but infertility can happen to anyone. While there are many reasons that fertility problems occur, it’s estimated that 40-50 percent are due to a malefactor. The other half is a female problem or combined problems with both partners. The good news is that you stand a good chance of getting pregnant if you treat infertility. In up to 70% of cases, you can successfully treat infertility. In this article, we look at some of the treatments the best West Hollywood, CA, reproductive endocrinologist can recommend to help you battle infertility.

IVF-Embryo Transfer

In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a procedure that combines egg retrieval with fertilization outside the body. During in-vitro fertilization, mature eggs are removed from the woman’s ovaries and placed in a dish with the man’s sperm for fertilization. After 3 to 5 days, healthy embryos are implanted into the uterus. This process is known as embryo transfer or ET. Embryo transfer is usually carried out on day three after egg retrieval.

IVF is the most common type of ART procedure. This method accounts for approximately 80% of all ART treatments performed worldwide each year.

IVF has led to more than five million babies being born worldwide. However, IVF success rates are complicated by the various patient, treatment, and cycle variables.

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm inside a woman’s uterus to facilitate fertilization. This procedure is usually used for couples with unexplained infertility issues or mild male infertility cases. IUI offers many benefits, including privacy and affordability. It doesn’t require more than one visit to the reproductive endocrinologist’s office, and it is less invasive than IVF.

You can do IUI without hormones or medications, but around 60 percent of women undergoing IUI will need to take fertility drugs to help them ovulate.

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is an infertility treatment in which a single sperm cell is injected directly into the cytoplasm of an egg. This procedure is used when there is concern about male infertility or fertilization failure identified in previous IVF attempts.

ICSI is usually reserved for men with very low sperm counts or no sperm in the ejaculate (azoospermia). The ICSI method bypasses the usual fertility obstacle of having an adequate number of healthy motile sperm. This technique also minimizes the risk of passing on genetic disorders.

Varicocelectomy

Varicocele is a common cause of male infertility. A varicocele is an abnormal enlargement of the veins that drain the testicle. It’s most often found in the scrotum, on one side only. Approximately 40 percent of men with infertility issues have varicoceles. Varicocelectomy is a surgical procedure that repairs a varicocele to improve sperm quality and overall fertility.

In summary, you can treat infertility through hormone replacement therapy, IVF, ICSI, and treatments targeted to reduce varicoceles. If you are experiencing fertility issues, you must speak to a reproductive endocrinologist to determine the best course of action.

Ulani Uriah

Umar Nisar was born and raised in the busy city of Abbottabad. As a journalist, Umar Nisar has contributed to many online publications including PAK Today and the Huffing Post. In regards to academics, Umar Nisar earned a degree in business from the Abbottabad UST, Havelian. Umar Nisar follows the money and covers all aspects of emerging tech here at The Hear Up.

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