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Why Second Opinion is Important for Infertility Treatment and IVF

Why Second Opinion is Important for Infertility Treatment and IVF?

January 19, 2021

As you get your diagnosis report stating the infertility problem, the world may seem devastating to you. For so long, you have imagined having children is easy, and with this news that you and your partner cannot conceive, all of that becomes complicated suddenly.

Ofcourse you need time to digest the news and investigate your options.
When you’re ready, discuss your fertility issues with a specialist and seek for IVF treatment. However, you may think that the current doctor isn’t good for you for any number of reasons, or the treatment he/she is suggesting might not work. You may feel discouraged or demotivated. That’s the right time to go for a second opinion.

Why seek a second opinion?
No two infertility cases are alike, and no two approaches to address the problem is the same. You may feel under-confident while getting the treatment. There is an urge to reassure whether your current doctor is advising the right treatment for you. You may have questions or doubts, in your mind. As this is the most significant decision of your life, any error may bring stress for you and your partner.

Your relationship with your current infertility specialist may grow stale with time. If you feel unimportant, uncomfortable, or rushed at any time, you can seek a second opinion. You may not feel comfortable expressing your concerns that bear weight in your treatment.

Reproductive technology is advancing at a fast pace. Your clinic may not have the newer methods and protocols that increase the chances of conception. In that case, you would want to explore your options from a second doctor and seek a different opinion.

Every diagnosis is unique. And need to be treated differently. Sometimes, the diagnostic report uncovers no verifiable cause behind your infertility. This is referred to as unexplained infertility. Often a new fertility doctor will see and recognise a cause that your current doctor is not able to.

In any case, you should seek a second opinion. Dr. Roshi Satija is having a Second Opinion Camp on 23rd January 2021 (Saturday). For free registration, please contact and consult – 9958722133

What is ICSI (Intracytoplasmic sperm Injection)

What is ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)?

September 10, 2020

The process of fertilisation involves the fusion of the sperm and the egg. Before fusion of the two, head of the sperm goes and attaches itself to the outside of the egg, and then sperm pushes its way into the egg. In some cases, the covering of the head is thick or challenging; or the motility of the sperm is less; in such cases, ICSI is done.

The egg and sperm can be fused in 2 ways –
1. Conventional IVF
2. ICSI

In the conventional IVF which is In-vitro Fertilisation, we place the eggs which are taken out of the body in a dish and add 50,000 or more swimming sperms also in the same dish. The fastest-moving sperm goes and fuses with the egg by itself. The process of fertilisation takes place in the dish, then the growth of the embryo is checked.

ICSI is Intracytoplasmic sperm Injection. Here we hold the egg with the holder and take sperm in the pipette and inject the sperm directly into the egg. The fertilisation is done with the help of the injection pipette.

In Conventional IVF and ICSI once the process of fertilisation is done the growth of the embryo is checked from day 1 to day 5 the embryos can be transferred in the same cycle or frozen after discussion with the patient.

Intracytoplasmic sperm Injection (ICSI) treatment in Delhi

ICSI is done when–
-the male partner has very few sperms to the conventional IVF or IUI
-the moving ability of the sperm is defective
-the sperm has difficulty in attaching to the egg
-there is a blockage in the male reproductive tract owing to which sperms are unable to ejaculate
-Frozen eggs are used

In 50% to 80% of cases, we are able to fertilise the eggs with ICSI. There is a problem which we might encounter during or after ICSI-
-the eggs may get damaged
-the egg may not grow into an embryo
-the embryo stops growing

Conventional IVF & ICSI both have the same chances of success of giving birth to a single or twins or triplets once the fertilisation has occurred.

The chances of birth defects in natural conception are 1.5 to 3 %. In the case of IVF or ICSI, the chances of birth defects are a little more as compared to natural conception. The increased incidence of birth defects is owing to infertility and not due to the infertility treatment provided.

The birth defects occurring with ICSI are Beckwith Weidemann Syndrome, Angelman Syndrome, hypospadias, sex chromosome abnormalities. These abnormalities occur in less than 1% of patients treated with ICSI.

For more information contact- Dr Roshi Satija – 9958722133, www.drroshisatija.com

How a Male Fertility Test is Done

How a Male Fertility Test is Done

August 24, 2020

Many childless couples have shown one or more causes of infertility. Both the men and women should likely need to see a doctor to find out the root cause and take treatment. The process might need a few tests. There are several male fertility tests available today which can determine the right cause behind infertility.

General physical examination-
The doctor will inspect your medical history and ask you questions like chronic health problems, inherited conditions, or any prior injuries that may affect fertility. He might have an open discussion about your sex life, and any sexually transmitted diseases if you have. For future analysis, a semen sample can also be asked.

Sperm and semen analysis-
After a general examination, the doctor will analyse your sperm – it’s movement, sperm shape, sperm count and other characteristics. These characteristics give a good idea about your fertility. If you have a healthy-looking sperm with a healthy movement, you have fewer chances of infertility. However, nearly 15% of men who have infertility issue, are found to have healthy semen and sperm.

Some additional tests include-

Hormone testing– Hormones play a crucial role in sperm production and sexual life. Any abnormality found in male hormones might be the cause of your infertility. In hormone testing, a blood test is done to measure the testosterone levels and other male hormones.

Genetic tests– In sperm analysis, if your sperm concentration is found to be very low, there could be a genetic reason behind your infertility. A blood test will show any signs of genetic infertility problem.

Testicular biopsy– It is performed to know about your sperm production. If it is normal, then your infertility problem is due to some blockage or any other problem.

Transrectal ultrasound– In this test, a small, lubricated wand is inserted in your rectum to check for any tube blockages that carries semen.

These are some of the tests by which you can test your fertility. However, no need to panic if you have any infertility issues since there are treatments also. For any consultation and suggestions, please call – 9958722133