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Articles on infertility, assisted reproduction, fertility testing, and cryopreservation.
What is pre-eclampsia? Preeclampsia is a serious medical condition that develops during pregnancy. Women with preeclampsia often have high blood pressure (hypertension) and high levels of protein in their urine (proteinuria). Preeclampsia usually develops after the 20th week of pregnancy. It can also affect other organs in the body and […]
Egg freezing is a big step, so you want to make sure you have all the information you need to decide if it's right for you. At our Center, we help women who are considering fertility preservation every day. Over the years, we have seen the same questions about egg freezing […]
Coping with one miscarriage is a difficult thing in itself, but experiencing two or more miscarriages can really take a toll on a woman's psyche. It is, however, possible for a woman to complete a healthy pregnancy even after multiple miscarriages. The first and most important step in this direction [...]
Every birth is a small miracle. With specialist pregnancy support, we can help you live this experience safely and with peace of mind.
The natural cycle method can be used with fairly good success rates either in women who do not wish to take medication to stimulate their ovaries, or in women whose response to medication is poor. Do you want to know more about in vitro fertilization (IVF) in a natural cycle and whether it is suitable [...]
Infertility stress is real. Through psychological support, we help couples face these challenges in a human way, offering the necessary support and experience they need to move forward.
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According to medical data, fallopian tube abnormalities account for up to 40% of female infertility. Thus, fallopian tube tests are considered essential in the investigation of infertility, as they provide valuable information about a woman's fertility. The most common methods for investigating tubal patency include X-ray hysterosalpingography (HSG) and […]
You've probably heard that you should consider your health and lifestyle when trying to conceive. Maybe you've made changes to your diet or stopped smoking or alcohol. These are all great steps! However, have you ever wondered about your work? The truth is that there are certain professions with […]
Prenatal check-up aims at the early diagnosis and treatment of pathological conditions that could affect the normal course of pregnancy and the health of the mother and the fetus. In our center, we provide all invasive and non-invasive methods that cover the spectrum of prenatal control.
Dealing with infertility takes a toll on the body as well as the mind. That's why it's so important to take care of your mental health along the way. On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, which is celebrated every year on October 10, let's hear the advice of mental health experts on infertility and also testimonies [...]
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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.