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What is Fertility Treatment?
The natural capability of an individual to bear children is called fertility and the process of providing medical assistance if the individual is unable to conceive naturally is called fertility treatment. The causes of infertility can occur in male or female, and a few of the causes of infertility are:
Causes of infertility in Women: Ovulation disorders, trauma or injury, presence of tumors, cervical or uterine abnormalities, salpingitis, endometriosis, early menopause, appendicitis, delayed puberty, amenorrhea (when there are no menstrual cycles), diabetes, celiac disease, autoimmune diseases like lupus, cancer, etc.
Causes of infertility in Men: Inadequate or abnormal sperm production, the difficulty of sperm delivery, environmental factors like pesticides, chemicals or harmful radiations, smoking, alcohol, substance abuse, some medications like selective antibiotics, antihypertensives, raised core body temperature due to frequent exposure to hot tubs or sauna can affect sperm production, cancer, etc.
What are the indications of Fertility Treatment?
Few of the signs and symptoms are associated with the cause of infertility in both men and women and they may be:
Who can do Fertility Treatment?
An andrologist or a sexologist for adult males and a well-experienced obstetrician or gynecologist for women can perform fertility treatment.
What can be the cost of Fertility Treatment?
Following factors may affect the cost of Fertility treatment:
Minimum cost of Fertility treatment in India starts from Rs. 37000
Average price of Fertility treatment in India is approximately Rs.40000
Maximum expenses of Fertility treatment in India rise up to Rs. 49000
Who can undergo Fertility Treatment?
Eligibility Criteria for Women are:
Eligibility criteria for males are:
What is the success rate of Fertility Treatment?
Following factors may affect the success rate of Fertility Treatment:
However, the success rate of Fertility treatment can be 60%.
What are the complications and risks involved in Fertility Treatment?
Deranged clotting factors due to high estrogen levels in the body.
What are the available options if Fertility Treatment is not successful?
What can be the alternatives for Fertility Treatment?
Various techniques are available for the treatment for infertility and they are: