When couples are unable to have a baby naturally, they should not rush to resort to assistive methods. However, if they cannot achieve their longing for a baby after a year of medication, surgical interventions and insemination, they can start in vitro fertilization treatment.
When should in vitro fertilization treatment be applied?
If pregnancy does not occur despite regular sexual intercourse for a year, a specialist in the field of infertility should be consulted first. This period should be a maximum of 1.5 years. The research begins with a sperm analysis performed on the man. With this simple method, the man's sperm count and sperm quality are learned. The woman's menstrual cycle is questioned, and the egg reserve and the condition of the uterus are examined with ultrasound. If necessary, hormone analyses and a hysterosalpingogram are taken. These tests determine which methods the couple can use to get pregnant and have a baby.
How long should one wait to get pregnant naturally?
When the tests are normal, couples are given 6 more months to have a baby naturally. This is because the tubes are opened during the hysterosalpingogram, and couples can get pregnant during this time.
What is the age range to wait to apply for in vitro fertilization?
If the couple is under 30, they should wait at least 1 year. For couples aged 30-35, it is best to see an infertility specialist immediately for 6 months, and for those over 35, it is best to go to an infertility specialist immediately. Only when there are diseases that prevent the woman from ovulating, couples can have a baby by using medication. These diseases are thyroid problems, high prolactin, polycystic ovary syndrome , etc. With surgical interventions called hysteroscopy or laparoscopic, the adhesions in the uterus are separated, the curtains in the uterus are cleaned, and the mother-to-be can have a baby. In cases where the sperm count is at the limit, the insemination method can be used to have a baby. However, if the man does not have sperm or the number is below 5 million, if the woman's tubes are completely blocked and she is older, and if the egg reserve is low, in vitro fertilization treatment should be applied.
How long does the in vitro fertilization treatment process take?
This process is approximately 15 days. The sperm donation process of the man takes 10 minutes. The process of the woman continues for 10 days. This process is the follow-up process of the woman. The woman is supported with medication and an attempt is made to obtain eggs that she can give within the month. This is a factor that will affect the success of the treatment. When the eggs reach a certain maturity, they are collected and fertilized with the man's sperm within 4-6 hours. Embryo transfer is performed between 2-5 days depending on the number of these fertilizations. This entire period lasts 15 days. When this process begins, that is, when the decision for IVF is made, the couples are taken under control. The woman is provided with folic acid, and the couple's diet is regulated. If there are other health problems, treatments are applied for them. In other words, the couples are prepared for IVF treatment both physically and psychologically.
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