Archive for the ‘Infertility treatment’ Category

Artificial Insemination Part Nine; Gamete intra-fallopian tube transfer

Friday, October 23rd, 2009

Gamete intra-fallopian tube transfer is also an ART technique used to increase your chances of conception. In most cases this procedure is recommended to couples have had unexplained infertility problems and who have already tried all the other known infertility treatments. Gamete intra-fallopian tube transfer is the process of collecting the egg from the female either via natural ovulation or medically induced ovulation. They are combined with carefully prepared sperm and then replaced back at the far end of the fallopian tube. The egg will then hopefully run its natural course up to the uterus for natural implantation.

With this procedure as with zygote intra-fallopian tube transfer the chances of multiple births is a high possibility. Pregassist has the knowledge to assist and advice you any of the given artificial insemination processes and would urge you contact us if you have any questions.

Methods of Timing the IUI Procedure

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Intrauterine insemination is the process where fresh or frozen and thawed sperm is placed in the cervix or in the female’s uterus by artificial means. Timing with IUI is even more crucial than with regular intercourse as with the latter the sperm is slowly released into the cervix due to the glands and mucous acting as a reservoir that sustains the sperm. Since sperm can’t remain viable for a very long period of time IUI demands that is should be injected extremely close to the time of ovulation.

An ovulation predictor kit is one of the methods used for perfectly timing IUI. The kit actually measures the LH surge of a woman which peaks at about 12 to 24 hours before the egg is released. The woman will be required to test her urine in the morning and when the test is positive she should have the intrauterine insemination the very next day.

The other effective method of timing is to artificially trigger your ovulation with medication called hCG. An ultrasound can determine when the developing eggs in the ovaries are mature enough to be released and the woman is ready for the hCG trigger injection. After the ejection the woman is ready for IUI for two mornings later. For more detailed information on IUI or advice on any other infertility treatments contact us at Pregassist.

Egg Donation as an Alternative for Infertile Couples

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Although egg donation is not the most popular choice with infertile couples, it’s still one that has a remarkably high success rate. Egg donation is usually the last resort in the attempt of getting pregnant and is something that you and your partner should thoroughly discuss before considering. For your safety and peace of mind the donor is required to fill in a form when applying to be a donor. They will be asked to provide completely honest answers in regards to their personal medical history including aspects like sexually transmitted diseases, a sexual history, general health questions, allergy summary, and an educational history. A personality summary will be documented that includes personality traits like their favorites as a child and adult and many other things. The donor company then reviews the statements and decides whether they be accepted or rejected. Egg donation is therefore an intricate process where each donor undergoes extreme evaluation to offer you with reliable and trusted eggs. For more information on other infertility treatments and solutions contact us at Pregassist.

Pros and Cons of In-vitro Fertilization

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

In-vitro fertilization is an invasive medical procedure, especially at the later stages, and as any other medical procedure it has its ups and downs. Some of the cons includes that it has n high multiple birth rate due to the fact that numerous fertilized eggs are implanted into the woman’s womb to increase the possibility of implantation. Over the years the procedure has enjoyed a high success rate, however not all couples experience this happiness. The cons of the procedure include the disappointment experienced by the couple when the procedure proved to be unsuccessful. The other con which in some cases can be seen as a pro is the possibility of multiple births. Most couples know the risk of multiple births and are content with the possibility of twins or even triplets, but when the woman falls pregnant with more than three babies the risk of death or disability from the baby and mother increases dramatically. Another risk is ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome which in severe cases can cause ovarian rapture. To find out more about all the in-vitro fertilization pros and cons or to be educated in alternative infertility treatments contact us at Pregassist.

Fertility Test options for Men and Woman

Friday, August 7th, 2009

When you find that you’re having troubles conceiving and you’re uncertain as to why, there are a range of tests you can do to locate the problem. A fertility test can help you diagnose whatever problem you might have and point you in the right direction as to what to fix in order to successfully conceive a child. Here are a few fertility tests that might assist you:
· Blood tests are one of the initial tests you will take which will assist in diagnosing your hormone imbalances that might be affecting your fertility.
· Ultrasound scanning will test for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and calculate your odds of getting pregnant.
· A hysterosalpingogram will be able to evaluate whether your uterus has any structural abnormalities.
· Other tests to be done include sono-hysterogram, a laparoscopy and a day 3 inhibin test.

There test are specialized to look for different possible fertility problems with women, however there are also tests for specifically for men. If you want to take a fertility test to find out why you’re having problems with getting pregnant, contact our people from Pregassist for professional support.

Infertility Treatment Options and the Effectiveness of Each

Friday, August 7th, 2009

A couple that are aspiring parents but who are having difficulty getting pregnant can experience a roller coaster of emotions every time they try a different infertility treatment. There are various medical and physical causes as to why you are struggling to conceive, whether it’s with you or your partner and therefore there are also a range of treatments to consider once you know you might have trouble conceiving the natural way. Some of the most effective treatments include artificial insemination, AI using donor sperm, and IVF, ICSI and egg donation. Supplements for men and woman separately are also available promoting a good success rate.
A healthy lifestyle is obviously very beneficial when it to conceiving, but if your problem persists and there might be other issues preventing you from getting pregnant, contact usat Pregassist so we can tell you about our products and infertility treatment.