ICSI- the exquisite tool in IVF
History of IVF with ICSI for Infertility By Dr. Joe Massey, MD The early years In the early years of IVF treatment, eggs often failed to fertilize when mixed with sperm from men with low sperm counts. In some
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History of IVF with ICSI for Infertility By Dr. Joe Massey, MD The early years In the early years of IVF treatment, eggs often failed to fertilize when mixed with sperm from men with low sperm counts. In some
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD Ovarian Reserve Testing Ovarian reserve refers to the number and quality of eggs you have. Before initiating ovarian stimulation for IUI or IVF, your fertility specialist will want to predict the quantity of eggs your
The backstory: a brief history lesson In vitro fertilization (IVF) as a fertility treatment in humans is possible only because scientists have studied natural processes in great depth. Using what they knew about animals systems, the pioneers in human reproduction
Ovulation in nature In the days just prior to a monthly period, the pituitary gland at the base of the brain releases follicle-stimulating hormone, or FSH. From the thousands of follicles in the ovaries, a small group is recruited to
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD Since few couples have intercourse every day, it is useful to know the best time to promote conception. A fertility app can estimate the “fertility window” based on your history of recent cycles. Basal temperature
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD In honor of Pride Month, we’re addressing the possibility for men to have a child or children through a gestational carrier, whether they’re partnered, married, or unpartnered. Egg donation All fertility clinics have access to
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD 1. Know what PCOS is Polycystic ovary syndrome is a classification for women who have a variety of symptoms related to menstrual disorders linked to lack of ovulation and resulting failed efforts trying to conceive
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD Are you struggling with infertility? We’ve compiled everything you need to know about intrauterine insemination, commonly known as IUI, which is the first line of treatment for many people who are trying to conceive. Figure
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD You’ve had your new patient consult, been thoroughly evaluated, and made the decision to do in vitro fertilization (IVF). You’ve discussed your insurance and financial investment with your financial counselor at your IVF clinic. Your
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD What is Unexplained Infertility? Unexplained infertility can be a very frustrating diagnosis to hear from your doctor. A diagnosis is considered “unexplained infertility” when a couple has been trying to conceive without success for six
By Dr. Joe Massey, MD For those who have been trying to conceive without success, in vitro fertilization (IVF) can be a miraculous treatment. There are a variety of other reasons people need to go through IVF, including special medical situations or
For the Bundl team, infertility is a personal issue. Each dedicated, compassionate founding member behind Bundl has directly experienced infertility, and the challenges and surprises (both good and bad) they’ve faced along the way are what lead to the creation