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Understanding IVF & ICSI

(In Vitro Fertilization / Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

If you’re having trouble getting pregnant, IVF or ICSI might be recommended. These are advanced fertility treatments that help eggs and sperm meet outside the body — and give you the best chance of having a baby.

Let’s break it down step by step.

What Is IVF?

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) means “fertilization in the lab.”

Eggs are taken from the woman’s ovaries.

Sperm is collected from the male partner or a donor.

The egg and sperm are combined in the lab to help them fertilize.

If fertilization is successful, the resulting embryo (baby seed) is placed into the uterus.

What Is ICSI?

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a special part of IVF.

Instead of just mixing sperm with the egg, a single sperm is carefully injected into each egg using a tiny needle.

This is often used if sperm quality is low or if fertilization didn’t work with regular IVF.

Who Needs IVF/ICSI?

These treatments may help if

The fallopian tubes are blocked or damaged
There’s low sperm count or poor sperm movement
You’ve tried other treatments like IUI without success
There’s unexplained infertility
You’re using donor eggs, sperm, or embryos
You’re doing PGT (genetic testing) on embryos

IVF/ICSI Step-by-Step

Ovarian Stimulation

You take daily hormone injections for 8–12 days to help your ovaries make multiple eggs.

Egg Retrieval (Pick-Up)

When the eggs are ready, they’re collected using a thin needle under light sedation.
It takes about 15–20 minutes and is done in the clinic.

Sperm Collection

A fresh semen sample is collected, or frozen sperm can be used.
In ICSI, one healthy sperm is injected into each mature egg.

Fertilization & Embryo Growth

The lab checks to see how many eggs were fertilized.
The embryos are watched for 3–5 days as they grow.

Embryo Transfer

One or more healthy embryos are gently placed into the uterus using a thin tube.
It’s quick and painless, like a Pap smear.

Pregnancy Test

About 10–14 days later, a blood test checks if you’re pregnant. 🤞

Optional: Freezing & Genetic Testing

Extra embryos can be frozen for future use.

You may choose PGT (Preimplantation Genetic Testing) to check for genetic problems before transfer.

Success Rates

Success depends on age, egg quality, and other health factors.
On average:
- Under 35: ~40–50% chance per cycle
- 35–40: ~30–40%
- Over 40: ~10–20%

Many couples need more than one cycle.

Is It Safe?

IVF/ICSI is generally very safe, but some possible side effects include:

Bloating, cramping, or mood swings from hormone meds
Rarely, Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Emotional stress — support is always available

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