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Starting an IVF journey? Let us walk you through the five essential steps of an IVF cycle: 1. Consultation: Begin with a consultation with a fertility specialist to discuss your medical history, undergo fertility testing and develop a personalized treatment plan. 2. Ovarian Stimulation: In this phase, you will alone […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most underdiagnosed disorders in the world, with fewer than 25% of women with the disorder not being correctly diagnosed. Many women...
Did you know that the prevalence of infertility is on the rise, affecting more couples than ever before. According to the CDC and WHO, infertility rates have increased from 1 in 8 to 1 in 6. This global trend is alarming, with annual reported increases of approximately 5%. While some causes are known, others remain a [...]
Breast cancer may not directly affect a woman's fertility. However, breast cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, etc. have negative effects on women's fertility. When a woman is first diagnosed with breast cancer, it is essential that she be informed about how she can [...]
Every match is an opportunity to win. And in the fight against infertility, we are here to support you every step of the way, offering expert care and the latest fertilization techniques.
Needless to say, there are so many things to think about when trying to conceive. From what you should eat, to how often and when you should have sex, there's plenty of research to explain what you should be doing and why. However, even with the amount of information out there, it may not […]
With the advancement of technology, the possibilities of artificial insemination are now more encouraging than ever. In our practice, we use the most modern techniques to maximize the chances of success.
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Infertility is a challenge that many couples face. There are several factors that can affect fertility, including age, genetics, hormonal disorders, genetic parameters and lifestyle. We are here to help you understand and manage this challenge. Always with respect and trust.
Advances in artificial insemination continue to be a challenge! With scientific progress, more and more options are becoming available for couples facing fertility problems. Artificial insemination is an option that can pave the way for the family of your dreams.
Many candidates who are considering starting or growing their family using in vitro fertilization (IVF) often have questions about the stages of embryo development. They want to know what happens to their embryos during the IVF process as they develop in the lab and eventually in the womb. We are here to answer [...]
Cryopreservation is an important tool in our time to protect fertility🌿. Whether it is egg freezing or sperm preservation, this technology provides important options for the future to men and women👨👩. Don't let time define your future!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Infertility is defined as the failure to achieve conception after one year (or 6 months in the case of a woman over the age of 35) of normal, regular sexual intercourse. In other words, when a year has passed without the woman becoming pregnant, the couple should consult their treating physician, so that the cause preventing pregnancy can be identified and subsequently addressed. However, we should all be aware and not forget that age is the most critical factor for female fertility, and that an individualized approach to each couple is the "golden key" that solves the problem.
Of course not. In approximately one third of cases, infertility is due to the woman (female factor), while in another third of cases it is due to the man (male factor). In the remaining third, it is due to both partners (both the man and the woman) or even to unknown factors.
• alcohol • narcotic substances • environmental toxins, including pesticides and lead • smoking • health problems • medications • radiotherapy and chemotherapy • age
In general, specialists agree that the fact that a couple has already had a child may be considered evidence that, at least initially, there is no infertility problem. It is like a small test that has been carried out and shows that they “succeeded” at least once. On the other hand, however, we should be aware that circumstances may have changed in the meantime and that a problem may have developed (e.g., the man may have had an inflammation affecting the quality of his sperm, or something may have occurred that affects female fertility: an inflammation, gynecological surgery, an abortion, etc.). In any case, therefore, if a reasonable period of time (one year) passes and a couple is unable to achieve a pregnancy, then, with the help of their doctor, they should investigate whether a problem causing infertility has arisen.
Success rates vary at each IVF center. Very important factors also include the woman’s age, her hormone levels, and, of course, her husband’s sperm. In general, rates are around 45% or slightly higher for women up to 35 years of age.
The number of treatment cycles a woman may undergo is not fixed. It is certain that in our country there are highly qualified obstetrician-gynecologists and well-organized infertility treatment centers that provide excellent medical services in this field. Provided that the appropriate indications are present (e.g., ovaries that respond to stimulation treatment, a good-quality endometrium, etc.), the success rate—particularly with the use of newer techniques and biotechnological medicines, which demonstrate increased bioactivity compared with conventional urine-derived medicines—reaches a cumulative rate of approximately 65%–70% after 4 treatment cycles.
Egg retrieval takes 10–15 minutes, is not painful, is performed under sedation, and after the procedure is completed you can return to your activities.
The association between IVF medications and the risk of developing cancer is the greatest concern for women participating in these programs. However, numerous literature references gathered from reliable scientific studies and published in reputable medical journals worldwide are reassuring and do not confirm this concern.
At Dr. Traianos' Reproductive Medicine Center, we offer egg and sperm cryopreservation services for individuals who have a personal or medical reason and require this service. We use the most advanced vitrification technique for the freezing of sperm and eggs.