In vitro fertilisation (IVF), is when an egg is fertilised outside the body. Fertility medicine is taken to encourage the ovaries to produce more eggs than usual.Eggs are removed from the ovaries and fertilised with sperm in a laboratory. A fertilised egg (embryo) is then returned to the womb to grow and develop.

Infertility treatment involves medical procedures and therapies to help individuals or couples conceive a child.

Causes

• Hormonal imbalances
• Ovulation disorders
• Tubal blockages
• Male factor infertility
• Unexplained infertility

Symptoms

• Inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• History of miscarriages

Diagnosing

• Blood tests for hormone levels
• Semen analysis
• Imaging studies (HSG, ultrasound)
• Laparoscopy

Treatment Options

• Medications (e.g., Clomiphene, gonadotropins)
• Assisted reproductive technologies (IVF, IUI)
• Surgery for anatomical issues

Prevention Tips

• Healthy lifestyle
• Regular medical check-ups
• Early treatment of reproductive health issues