If you’ve been trying to conceive for some time, you may be wondering which infertility treatments are available. Whether it’s advisable to pursue one or wait a bit longer will depend on a variety of factors, which you can discuss with a board-certified OB-GYN. After undergoing a comprehensive evaluation, you’ll know whether you’re a good candidate for any of the following approaches.

3 Ways to Treat Infertility

1. Medication

For women with irregular cycles and hormone imbalances, fertility drugs may be the answer. Medication containing clomiphene and gonadotropins can induce ovulation. Once they trigger the release of one or more eggs, it’s up to the couple to time their intercourse, so they can conceive. Since they’re relatively affordable and noninvasive, fertility drugs are often the first resort for couples who have been unable to get pregnant despite trying for a while.

2. Intrauterine Insemination

IUI eliminates a considerable margin of error when it comes to conceiving by ensuring sperm meets the egg. During the procedure, a concentrated amount of healthy sperm is inserted directly into the uterus through a catheter while the woman is ovulating. To increased the chances of conception, many women are instructed to take fertility drugs before undergoing IUI, so there are healthy eggs ready and waiting in their uteruses.

3. In Vitro Fertilization

IVF is a viable infertility treatment for women with a number of health conditions, including blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, ovulation disorders, uterine fibroids, and endometriosis. During IVF, eggs are removed from the ovaries and fertilized. The embryo or embryos that result are then inserted in the uterus, where they hopefully implant.

To determine if you’re a good candidate for one of these infertility treatments, contact the team at IVF HAWAII in Honolulu. This fertility clinic understands how challenging it can be to conceive, and the team will help you through every step of the process. They offer several treatment options, and they have the highest IVF success rate in the state. To get more information about their services, visit the website or call (808) 538-6655.