“According to the WHO’s report published in 2023 and reaffirmed in its 2025 fact sheet, about 1 in 6 people of reproductive age globally will experience infertility at some point in their lives.” This is where the assisted reproductive treatments work like a boon in the lives of couples keenly expecting a baby but are facing difficulties in getting the desired result. The underlying causes, like mild sperm issues, irregular ovulation, unexplained infertility, etc., cause month after month of negative pregnancy tests, leading to confusion, frustration, and emotional distress.
Hence, the reproductive treatments like intrauterine insemination (IUI) build a bridge between hope and possibility. Before you proceed with IUI treatments, it is essential to understand them. Let's gain a deeper insight into it.
What is IUI Treatment?
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) treatment is a common low-tech fertility treatment where the concentrated and processed sperm is placed directly into the uterus around ovulation to increase the chances of fertilization.
Couples or individuals facing these challenges can opt for IUI treatment in Ahmedabad:
- Women with ovulation problems
- Women with cervical factor issues
- Couples with mild male factor infertility
- Couples going through unexplained infertility
- Same-sex couples or single women using donor sperm.
The procedure of IUI treatment
Initial Consultation
The specialist will review both of your medical histories, will conduct hormone level testing and ovulation tracking, will conduct semen analysis for male partners, and will examine the fallopian tubes and uterus for any issues.
Ovarian Monitoring and Stimulation
After examining women's natural ovulation via blood tests and ultrasound, in some situations, the specialists give reproductive medicines to women to stimulate their ovaries. These drugs aim to stimulate the ovaries to produce many mature eggs, improving the chances of successful fertilization.
Sperm Preparation and Insemination
A sperm sample is collected from the partner or donor. In a lab, sperm are washed to remove impurities and seminal fluid. And the most mobile and healthiest sperm are concentrated into the small sample and then directly placed into the woman's uterus using a catheter. The insemination process doesn't require sedation and is usually painless.
Post Insemination
The patient is advised to rest for a brief period of time following the IUI treatment. At the same time, most patients can resume normal daily activities immediately. Then, about two weeks after IUI, a urine or blood test is done to check for pregnancy.
How is IUI Treatment Different from IVF?
- IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is a process where eggs are collected from the ovaries with a simple surgical process and fertilized with sperm in a lab. The resulting embryo is then implanted in the woman's uterus.
- The IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) process is done by directly putting sperm in the woman's uterus via a narrow catheter.
- IVF is indicated for individuals or couples having more complicated reproductive challenges. IUI treatment is indicated for individuals or couples experiencing unexplained infertility or individuals who are using donor sperm.
- In IVF, fertilization occurs outside the body in a lab setting. In IUI, fertilization occurs spontaneously within the woman's body, making it a less complicated procedure compared to IVF.
In a nutshell, Intracytoplasmic Insemination is a safe, non-invasive, effective, and budget-friendly fertility treatment as compared to IVF and other assisted reproductive treatments. With the best IUI treatment in Ahmedabad, schedule an appointment with the fertility expert and bring your dreams of parenthood to life.