What Is Intrauterine Insemination
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) has been around for decades, though it was previously known as artificial insemination. It is often the first step in assisted reproductive techniques for couples who have been unsuccessfully trying to conceive for at least a year. IUI works by inserting sperm directly into a woman’s uterus. This increases the chances that healthy sperm will be able to reach an egg and fertilize it, resulting in a pregnancy. This is an effective treatment for many couples who suffer from infertility with no known causes. It is also used in women who have endometriosis, thick cervical mucus, and ovulation problems. Women who don’t ovulate regularly are usually given fertility drugs to ensure that an egg is released. It is also important that the male partner have good sperm quality for intrauterine insemination. IUI can be used to help couples when the male has low sperm count or a decreased motility, but the sperm has to be healthy and viable. If the man’s sperm count is
