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If I conceive, will my baby be normal?A. Studies have shown that there is no increased risk of abnormality in IVF conceived babies compared to those conceived naturally.
Q. What are the precautions I should take after the IVF procedure?
A. There are no special precautions that need to be taken, but avoid strenuous activity. Try to be mentally and physically relaxed as much as possible. You can return to work if you wish, but you may prefer to have a few days rest. There is no evidence of any extra measures that could positively influence the outcome of your treatment.
Q. What if IVF fails the first time? How many times will I have to undergo it?
A. You can go through IVF as many times as you wish, but we advise upto five cycles at the most.
Q. Is IVF the last option?
A. IVF is the option, which has the highest success rate and is most expensive. But, it is not the "end of the road". Many women have conceived naturally or with intrauterine insemination, even after IVF. However, for those with blocked tubes and very poor sperm counts, it is the only option.
Q. Is IVF very expensive?
A. IVF is not as expensive as it is perceived to be in general. The cost of your IVF cycle is decided by the dose of drugs that would be needed for ovarian stimulation. IVF is only as expensive as perhaps a gall stone removal or removal of uterus surgery ! There is a myth amongst the public that IVF is hugely exorbitant.
Q. Do we need to get admitted in the IVF process?
A. No, there is no need for admission. You would need to visit the centre 3-5 times during the monitoring cycle. On the day of egg collection you would need to fast for 6 hours and come to the clinic, the procedure takes about half an hour. You can go home after the effect of anaesthesia weans off which takes about 2-3 hours. You need to visit again after 2-3 days for the embryo transfer, who again takes about half an hour and you are free to go home after resting for one hour.
