Intrauterine Insemination

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W ith the advancement in the field of medical sciences, We people rely ourselves completely on the medical science and the doctors that they will provide solution to every health problem of ours. Similar is the case when we face the infertility problem. To our believes, doctors provides fertility treatment also to the infertile couples who are not able to conceive naturally. IUI treatment is one of those and allows the couple to conceive by the fertility treatment when they are not able to do so naturally.

IUI which is the acronym of Intrauterine Insemination is the process being practiced in the laboratory. IUI treatment is an assisted conception method involving the separation of the fast moving sperms from non moving sperms. During IUI treatment, the selected sperms are inseminated into the into the uterus near to the female’s egg at the time of ovulation. In some of cases to increase the chances of fertilization so that the couple can conceive, the treatment is combined with usage of fertility drugs.

IUI

Be thankful for the advancement in medical science, which has raised a ray of hope to treat infertility by IUI being one of those treatment

IUI is the most widely treatment being used by the couples who have been in continuous attempt of conceiving naturally and by the other IVF treatments but failed to do so. IUI treatment is advised to the couples facing one of these conditions:
  • Male partner with low sperm count
  • Male partner with reduced sperm mobility
  • Requirement of sperm donor
  • Ejaculation dysfunction
  • Need for help to conceive, for example, in case of partner being suffering from some infection
  • Difficult to have sex because of psychosexual problems
IUI is very easy, straight forward and painless treatment. It is recommended only in cases when the intended couples are not able to conceive after continuous try for long period. IUI treatment is offered in Delhi and is suggested to have if one is not able to conceive rather than continuously trying to conceive.
IUI treatment works differently for both men and women although basics are same. Fertility drugs are not encouraged to be used during IUI but in some cases they are used to increase the chances of conceiving. Doctors makes the priority to use the ovulation drug to increase the chances of success.
There are some requirements from both the partners to accomplish the IUI treatment. They are listed as below:
Requirements From Male Partner:
  • Movement of sperm
  • Shape of sperm
  • Sperm Count
Requirements From Female Partner:
  • Open Fallopian Tubes
  • Healthy and Normal ovulation Cycle
  • Open Uterine Cavity
IUI procedure takes place in the following steps:
  • Step 1: Performed around the time of ovulation
    Takes place within 24-36 hours after the surge in LH hormone indicating that ovulation will occur soon.
  • Step 2: Separation of semen
    Semen sample is washed by the lab technicians for the separation of semen from seminal fluid.
  • Step 3:Insertion of sperm into uterus
    Separated semen/sperm is inserted into the uterus directly using the catheter.
  • IUI process increases the probability of conception thus enabling the chances to bring a new life.
IUI procedure is very easy and straight forward. IUI, Delhi is completed only in few minutes with minimal discomfort for the couple. In case, when a couple is undergoing a stimulated cycle, the patient needs to have the fertility drugs for quite a few days before you ovulate.
Success rates of the IUI treatment being offered in Delhi, India depends on various factors like cause and severity of the infertility, age, and whether the couple is using fertility drugs. IUI treatment success rates for women have gone high during the last year when compared to the past
  • 16 per cent for the couple under the age of 35
  • 11 per cent for the couple under the age between 35 and 39
  • 11 Percent per IUI cycle without using fertility drugs
  • 5 percent per IUI cycle with fertility drugs
  • 5 percent if couple is between 40-42
  • 1 percent if the couple is over the age of 44
IUI is fast growing and less expansive option, the chances of conceiving are lower when compared to other IVF treatments. But still it is one of the best option to be chosen to cure the infertility. To have detailed discussion over the treatment based on your past history and health, consult the experts to discuss the opinions from both ends.
Although the probability of conceiving by the undergoing IUI treatment is increased when compared to the other fertility treatment but still there are some of the risks associated with it. There have been no such risks identified yet with IUI treatment when the couple is not going under the medicated drugs. When the intended couple or the partner is using the IUI treatment while having the the usage of the fertility drugs alongside the treatment there is a risk associated with it of the infection after IUI.
  • Female partners suffering from severe disease of the Fallopian tubes.
  • Female partners with past history of pelvic infections
  • Female partners with medium to high endometriosis.
  • Insemination timing is vital, therefore female partner with sperm sample should be on her toe to visit the hospital at any point of time.
  • Time consuming; requires multiple visits to the hospital
  • Uncomfortable due to the insertion of catheter. You may feel cramps during the menstrual cycle pain.
  • Risk of developing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).