Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm directly into a woman’s uterus to facilitate fertilization. The goal of IUI is to increase the number of sperm that reach the fallopian tubes and subsequently increase the chance of fertilization.
The procedure typically involves the following steps:
1- Ovulation Stimulation: Before IUI, the woman may undergo ovarian stimulation using fertility medications to encourage the development of multiple eggs.
2- Monitoring Ovulation: The woman’s menstrual cycle is closely monitored to predict the time of ovulation. Ovulation prediction kits or ultrasounds may be used to determine the optimal time for the procedure.
3- Semen Collection: The male partner or a sperm donor provides a semen sample. The sperm is then processed in the laboratory to concentrate and prepare it for insemination.
4- Insemination: The concentrated sperm is placed directly into the woman’s uterus through the cervix using a thin catheter. This is a relatively simple and quick procedure that is usually performed in a doctor’s office.
5- Post-Insemination Monitoring: After the procedure, the woman may rest for a short period, and her fertility specialist may recommend certain medications to support the process. In some cases, additional monitoring may be done to check for signs of ovulation or pregnancy.
IUI is often used as a treatment for couples with unexplained infertility, mild male factor infertility, or in cases where cervical mucus problems may hinder the natural movement of sperm. It may also be recommended for single women or same-sex couples using donor sperm.
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