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Your IVF questions, clearly answered here
Find clear, trusted answers to the most common questions about IVF—designed to guide and support you every step of the way
IVF is a fertility treatment where eggs are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory. The resulting embryo(s) are then transferred into the uterus to establish a pregnancy. It is one of the most effective assisted reproductive technologies.
IVF can help couples or individuals facing :
Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes Male infertility (low sperm count or motility) Endometriosis Unexplained infertility Advanced maternal age Recurrent pregnancy loss Same-sex couples or single parents using donor sperm or eggs
A typical IVF cycle takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the first day of your period to the embryo transfer. This includes ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilization, embryo development, and embryo transfer.
While IVF isn’t usually described as painful, some steps—like hormone injections, egg retrieval, and mild cramping after embryo transfer—can cause temporary discomfort. Most patients manage well with guidance from their fertility team.
Success rates vary based on age, fertility history, and the clinic’s experience. On average:
Women under 35: ~40–50% success per cycle
Women 35–40: ~30–40%
Women over 40: ~10–20%
Your fertility specialist can provide a personalized estimate.
Yes, potential risks include:
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Multiple pregnancies (twins/triplets) if more than one embryo is transferred
Mild side effects like bloating, mood swings, or spotting
IVF is generally safe when performed under expert supervision.
The number of embryos transferred depends on your age, embryo quality, and medical history. In many cases, one high-quality embryo (single embryo transfer) is recommended to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancies.
Yes, IVF allows you to freeze (cryopreserve) extra embryos for future attempts or delayed pregnancy, preserving your fertility options.
