IVF Counselling

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) counselling helps individuals and couples understand whether assisted reproductive treatment may be appropriate for their fertility concerns. IVF is a treatment in which eggs are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory, after which a suitable embryo may be transferred into the uterus.

IVF may be considered in situations such as blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, severe male factor infertility, endometriosis, reduced ovarian reserve, certain ovulation disorders, prolonged unexplained infertility, or unsuccessful previous fertility treatments.

Before considering IVF, a comprehensive fertility evaluation is important. This may include assessment of menstrual and reproductive history, ovarian reserve, pelvic ultrasound, fallopian tube status, relevant hormonal investigations, and semen analysis of the male partner.

During IVF counselling, Dr. Pakeeza Haque helps couples understand their fertility diagnosis, available treatment pathways, when IVF may be appropriate, and when referral to an assisted reproductive technology (ART) centre is advisable. Counselling can also address the IVF process, expected investigations, treatment timelines, possible risks, realistic chances of success, emotional considerations, and questions surrounding fertility treatment.

Not every couple experiencing infertility requires IVF. Appropriate evaluation can identify whether simpler treatments, such as ovulation induction or other fertility-directed management, should be considered first.