Sage-Tips

Who are the best candidates for IUI?

IUI is recommended for people who have had trouble conceiving a child through natural means. For couples under 35, this means having unprotected sex for up to one year. For couples over 35, you may be a candidate for IUI if you’ve been having unprotected sex for six months.

Can first IUI be successful?

IUI success rate On average, a woman under 35 will have a 10 to 20 percent chance of pregnancy with each IUI, while a woman over 40 will have a two to five percent chance. “The peak IUI effect is around three to four cycles,” says Baratz.

Is bed rest required after IUI?

Conclusions. Bed rest for 10 and 20 min after intrauterine insemination has a positive effect on the pregnancy rate, but there is no statistically significance difference between them. We recommend bed rest for at least 10 min after intrauterine insemination.

What is the success rate of IUI treatment?

When the blockage is closest to the ovary, the success rate of IUI is 11.7\%. When the blockage is closest to the uterus, the success rate is as high as 38.1\%. If your partner has male factor infertility and no severe sperm problems, you can benefit from IUI.

Is IUI a good option?

IUI is a good option for many infertile couples. It can be performed in conjunction with a woman’s natural cycle or can be combined with the use of fertility drugs. IUI can also be effectively used in couples who have sexual dysfunction or infrequent coitus for either medical or nonmedical reasons.

What is the success rate of IUI?

Across all patients types, IUI cycles have live birth rates per cycle of between 5 – 15\%. But reported success rates vary quite a bit from study to study. Some studies show just an 8\% success rate (using fertility drugs and IUI), while other studies find success rates over 20\%.

How can I make my IUI successful?

These tips can help boost the potential for successful treatment.

1. Avoid Excessive Stress and Anxiety.
2. Avoid Ejaculation for Three Days.
3. Ask About Possible Hormone Stimulation.
4. Ask About Sperm Washing.
5. Eat Healthy.
6. Exercise Regularly.
7. When to Reconsider IUI After Repeated Failure.