Best Fertility Clinic in Mumbai

What Are the Types of Infertility?

The different types of infertility treated by the best infertility doctor in Mumbai at Aksigen IVF include:

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  Primary infertility: When a woman has never been pregnant and cannot conceive even after one year (or six months in the case of a woman more than 35 years of age) of regular and unprotected sex.
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  Secondary infertility: When a woman cannot get pregnant again following at least one successful pregnancy.
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  Unexplained infertility: When fertility tests fail to identify why a person or couple is not able to get pregnant.

What Are the Causes of Infertility?

The common causes of female infertility include:

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  Ovulation disorders
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  Uterine polyps
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  Endometriosis
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  Uterine fibroids
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  PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
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  Structural abnormalities in the uterus, fallopian tubes, or vagina
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  Sexual dysfunction
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  Primary ovarian insufficiency or poor egg quality
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  Surgical removal or congenital absence of ovaries
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  Infrequent or absent menstrual periods
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  History of surgical sterilization (tubal ligation or salpingectomy)
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  Thyroid diseases
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  Sickle cell anemia
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  Genetic or chromosomal disorders
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  Kidney disease
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  Pelvic inflammatory disease
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  Pituitary gland or hypothalamic disorders
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  Autoimmune diseases like lupus, celiac disease, etc.
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  Unexplained infertility

The common causes of male infertility include:

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  Sperm issues, like malformed sperm, zero sperm count (azoospermia), low sperm count (oligospermia), etc.
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  Some medical conditions, including diabetes, cystic fibrosis, autoimmune diseases, etc.
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  Genetic disorders, like Klinefelter syndrome and myotonic dystrophy
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  Varicoceles (swollen veins in the testes)
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  Trauma to the testes
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  Hormonal disorders that affect the hypothalamus or pituitary glands
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  Infections like epididymitis, orchitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
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  Cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgical removal of the testes

What Are the Risk Factors for Fertility Problems?

Some factors may increase the risk of fertility problems. These factors include:

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  Increased age
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  Smoking
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  Alcohol abuse
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  Use of recreational drugs
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  Obesity or being overweight
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  Being underweight
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  Lack of exercise
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  Strenuous, intense exercises

What Are the Symptoms of Fertility Problems?

The following symptoms may be associated with fertility problems in a female:

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  Inability to get pregnant after one year of trying if less than 35 years of age
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  Inability to get pregnant after six months of trying if more than 35 years of age
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  Irregular menstrual cycle
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  Short or menstrual cycle (less than 21 days or more than 35 days)
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  Absence of menstrual periods
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  Painful or heavy menstrual bleeding
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  Pelvic pain or abdominal pain
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  Decreased libido
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  Skin problems, baldness, abnormal hair growth, etc., due to hormonal fluctuations

The following symptoms may be associated with fertility problems in a male:

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  Inability to conceive
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  Problems with sexual function, such as ejaculation issues, ejaculation of small quantities of semen, reduced sexual desire, and erectile dysfunction
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  Pain, lump, or swelling in the testes area
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  Gynecomastia (abnormal male breast enlargement)
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  Decrease in body hair or facial hair

At Aksigen IVF, your symptoms will be evaluated by the best fertility specialist in Mumbai. Some diagnostic tests may be recommended to determine the exact cause of your condition, and a personalized treatment plan will be offered to you based on your symptoms, diagnosis, and individual needs.

How to Diagnose Fertility Problems?

The infertility specialist will evaluate you and your partner thoroughly to diagnose the exact cause of your fertility problems. You will be asked about your symptoms, concerns, sexual history, medical history, and menstrual periods.

Some commonly recommended diagnostic tests for females may include:

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  Pelvic exam: A pelvic exam will be performed by the fertility doctor to check for any signs of disease or structural problems.
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  Blood test: This test helps check for hormonal imbalances in a woman when she is ovulating.
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  Transvaginal ultrasound: An ultrasound wand is inserted into the woman’s vagina to check for any problems in her reproductive system.
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  Hysteroscopy: The doctor inserts a hysteroscope (a thin tube with a light on one end) into the vagina to examine the uterus.
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  Saline sonohysterogram: The female uterus is filled with saline or sterilized salt water. This is followed by a transvaginal ultrasound.
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  Sono hysterosalpingogram: The doctor fills the fallopian tubes with air bubbles and saline during a saline sonohysterogram to check for tubal blockages.
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  X-ray hysterosalpingogram: This test involves taking x-rays when an injectable dye travels through the woman’s fallopian tubes and helps detect blockages.
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  Laparoscopy: The doctor inserts a thin tube with a camera, known as a laparoscope, into a tiny incision created in the abdomen. The test helps diagnose conditions like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and scar tissue.

Commonly recommended diagnostic tests for males may include:

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  Semen analysis: This test helps check for a low sperm count or poor sperm mobility. In some cases, a needle biopsy may be needed to remove the sperm from the testicles for testing.
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  Blood test: This test helps check a man’s thyroid hormone levels and the levels of other hormones. Genetic blood tests can help detect abnormalities in the chromosomes.
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  Scrotal ultrasound: An ultrasound of the scrotum helps identify conditions like varicoceles or other problems associated with the testicles.

At Aksigen IVF, based on your assessment and the diagnostic test results, a personalized treatment plan will be created and offered by the best fertility doctor in Mumbai.

What Are the Different Types of Fertility Treatments Offered at Aksigen IVF?

The type of fertility treatment recommended for a person will vary depending on factors like the age and health of the individual, the type and severity of the problem present, the cause of the fertility problem, how long he or she has been trying to conceive, and individual preferences.

Aksigen IVF is recognized as the best infertility clinic in Mumbai, offering personalized and effective treatments for couples looking to conceive but struggling with fertility issues.

The common fertility treatments offered to women may include:

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  Lifestyle changes: It is recommended to have sex more frequently and closer to the time of a woman’s ovulation. Other lifestyle changes that may be recommended include exercising regularly, avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption, and avoiding taking any medicines that may affect fertility.
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  Fertility medications for ovarian stimulation: If a woman has irregular or absent ovulation, she may be recommended certain medications that help stimulate ovulation to release an increased number of eggs and increase the likelihood of fertilization with the male sperm.
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  Intrauterine insemination or IUI: In this process, the healthy male sperm are directly placed in the female uterus around the time when the female ovary releases one or more eggs for fertilization. Based on the exact cause of infertility, the IUI procedure can be timed with the woman’s menstrual cycle or while using fertility medications.
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  Surgery for fertility restoration: Certain conditions of the uterus can only be treated with hysteroscopy, including scar tissue, polyps, and certain fibroids. Traditional surgery with a large cut in the stomach region or laparoscopic surgery with small cuts in the stomach region may be required to treat conditions like pelvic adhesions, large fibroids, and endometriosis.

The common fertility treatments offered to men may include:

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  Lifestyle changes: Healthy lifestyle choices are recommended, similar to the ones recommended for the female partner.
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  Medications: Some medicines may be prescribed to improve sperm count and increase the possibility of a successful pregnancy. Certain medications can also help the testes function better.
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  Surgery: A surgical procedure may sometimes be recommended to reverse sperm blockage and restore male fertility. In certain cases, surgery may be done to repair a large varicocele to increase the chances of pregnancy.
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  Sperm retrieval procedures: These procedures involve the collection of sperm if the man has less or no sperm in his semen, or if the man cannot ejaculate. The procedures may include TESA or testicular sperm aspiration (sperm retrieval by the insertion of a needle directly into the testicles) and PESA or percutaneous epididymal sperm aspiration (sperm retrieval by the insertion of a needle through the skin and into the epididymis)

These procedures may also be used in cases of low sperm count or if a couple is recommended to undergo an assisted reproductive technique (ART) to be able to conceive. ART refers to any fertility treatment in which the sperm and egg are handled by fertility specialists.

Fertility medications for ovarian stimulation need to be taken before undergoing an ART procedure to increase the chances of pregnancy. The different ART procedures offered at Aksigen IVF include:

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  In vitro fertilization or IVF: The procedure involves the retrieval of eggs from the ovary and then placing these eggs with male sperm in a lab dish. Once the sperm fertilizes the female eggs, a fertility specialist transfers the fertilized eggs or embryos into the woman’s uterus.
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  Intracytoplasmic sperm injection or ICSI: The procedure could be done during the IVF process. It involves injecting a single sperm directly into each female egg. This is followed by the transfer of the embryos into the uterus.
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  Intrauterine insemination or IUI: A thin, long tube is used to place the male sperm directly into the female uterus. The process is also known as artificial insemination.
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  Assisted hatching: This process involves opening the embryo’s outer layer to make it easy for it to implant in the woman’s uterine lining and result in a pregnancy.
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  Third-party ART: Some couples may need to use donor sperm, donor eggs, or donor embryos to be able to conceive. In some cases, a surrogate or gestational carrier may be recommended.

Get in touch with our experienced fertility specialists at Aksigen IVF to undergo the best fertility treatment in Mumbai based on your individual needs and condition.

What Are the Risks of Fertility Treatments?

Some common risks associated with fertility treatments may include the following:

• Multiple births
• Preterm birth
• Miscarriage
• Low birth weight
• Neonatal death
• Ectopic pregnancy
• Failed ART cycles
• Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (painful, swollen ovaries due to fertility medicines)

What is the Cost of Fertility Treatment in Mumbai?

The fertility treatment cost in Mumbai will vary depending on the type of treatment offered, as well as other factors. The different factors that affect the cost of fertility treatment in Mumbai include:

• Type of treatment offered: The approximate cost of common fertility treatments in Mumbai is as follows:

• Type of Treatment	Approximate Cost Range
  IUI	INR 8000 to INR 10,000
  IVF	INR 60,000 to INR 1,00,000
  ICSI	INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,50,000
  TESA/PESA	INR 25,000 to INR 40,000
  <0.3 ng/ml	Extremely low AMH levels

• Type and severity of fertility problems
• The underlying cause of fertility problems
• Consultation charges
• Cost of diagnostic tests
• Cost of medications
• Number of ART cycles
• Cost of monitoring and follow-up appointments
• Skills and qualifications of the fertility specialist
• Location and reputation of the fertility clinic or fertility hospital in Mumbai

Aksigen IVF provides cost-effective, safe, comfortable, and result-oriented fertility treatments with a high rate of success under the expert guidance of the best infertility specialist in Mumbai.

Book your appointment with the top IVF and fertility center in Mumbai for a comprehensive solution to your fertility problems and to begin your parenthood journey today!

FAQs

Is fertility treatment painful?

Most fertility treatments cause minimal discomfort. Procedures like blood tests and injections may cause mild pain. Egg retrieval during IVF is done under anesthesia, so it is painless. Some women may experience temporary bloating or cramping, but serious complications are rare.

Is there an age limit for fertility treatments?

Age limits for fertility treatments vary in different clinics, but most fertility specialists recommend undergoing treatment before the age of 40 for women due to a decline in egg quality with age. For men, there is no strict age limit, but fertility can reduce with age even for men.

Do I need to make lifestyle changes during fertility treatment?

Yes, patients undergoing fertility treatments are normally advised to maintain a healthy weight, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, reduce stress, and eat a balanced diet to improve fertility treatment outcomes.

Is IVF safe for mother and baby?

Yes, IVF is considered a safe and widely practiced fertility treatment. With modern technologies and careful monitoring, risks are minimized. However, like any medical procedure, it may carry small risks, such as multiple pregnancies or ovarian hyperstimulation, which are closely managed by fertility specialists.

Can fertility treatments help after multiple miscarriages?

Yes, fertility specialists can investigate causes of recurrent miscarriages, such as hormonal imbalance, genetic issues, uterine abnormalities, or immune conditions. Based on the findings, appropriate treatment can improve the chances of a healthy and successful pregnancy.

Can men also be the cause of infertility?

Yes, male factors contribute to nearly 40 to 50% of infertility cases. Low sperm count, poor motility, abnormal sperm shape, hormonal imbalance, or blockage in sperm transport can affect conception. Proper diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes.

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