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Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption have been shown to reduce fertility in both men and women. Giving up these habits can greatly improve your chances of a successful conception. Also, stopping smoking and reducing alcohol consumption contribute to improving overall health, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, [...]
Genetic testing includes many different types of tests that can be performed to monitor for potential problems throughout pregnancy. It can be done with ultrasounds or with simple blood tests to assess DNA. Through this, many answers can be obtained that will help inform both the doctor and [...]
Endometriosis and Infertility: Understanding and Treating Endometriosis is a condition that affects approximately 10% of women aged 25-40, the time when many women start trying to have children. The disease occurs when cells similar to those found in the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus) grow outside the uterus, [...]
Female infertility can be caused by a number of factors, including polycystic ovaries (PCOS), blocked fallopian tubes and problems with the uterus. Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to success. Track your cycle, maintain a healthy lifestyle and visit your gynecologist regularly. Discuss your concerns and treatment options openly with […]
Assisted reproduction helps many couples who have difficulty conceiving naturally. Methods such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI) and other techniques offer hope and increase the chances of a successful conception. Choosing the appropriate method depends on each couple's specific needs and circumstances.
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Fertility can be affected by many factors, but your daily life and choices play an important role. A healthy lifestyle, maintaining an ideal weight, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and exercising can improve fertility. Don't forget also the importance of staying mentally calm and […]
Checking the anatomy of the uterus is an important step in the process of reproductive medicine. Through various tests, such as hysterosalpingography or ultrasound, we can detect possible obstacles that could affect fertility. Early diagnosis and treatment are keys to a successful conception.
Stress can have negative effects on fertility, affecting hormonal balance and the body's ability to conceive. It is important to find ways to manage stress, through exercise, relaxation and other techniques such as yoga or meditation, to improve your chances of conceiving
Cryopreservation is a revolutionary option for people who want to preserve their fertility for future use. Whether it's sperm, eggs or embryos, technology allows us to "freeze" time, offering hope to those facing treatments that may affect their fertility, or to those who simply wish to postpone [...]
The spermogram is a simple, but particularly important examination in the evaluation of male fertility. By evaluating parameters such as sperm motility and morphology, we can get important information about the chances of natural conception or the need for assisted reproduction.
Hormonal balance is vital to fertility. Disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or hypothyroidism can affect the ability to conceive. The specialized medical care we provide at the "Alexandros Traianos" Center for Reproductive Medicine and Fetal Medicine can help you deal with these disorders and improve your fertility.
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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.