Understanding IUI Failure: Its Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

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Understanding IUI Failure Its Causes, Symptoms,
and Treatments
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What is Intrauterine insemination (IUI)?

• Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is the
  infertility treatment for couples who have been
  unable to conceive for a year.
• This process does not require vast technical
  knowledge.
• It only takes a few minutes to complete and
  causes little pain.
• Many gynecologists can do it in their clinic. It
  is the preferred treatment before IVF because it
  is less costly.

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IUI Failure Understand the Possible Causes

• What is IUI?
• When is IUI suggested?
• What causes IUI procedures to fail?
• Are any signs of IUI failure?
• What are the symptoms of IUI failure?
• What is the Next step after failed IUI?
• Why does IUI fail?
• What should you do if your 1st IUI fails? How
  many IUI cycles should I try before IVF?

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What is IUI?

• IUI is also known as Artificial insemination.
• The procedure involves washing, processing, and
  separating motile and immotile sperm from a
  sample of male semen.
• After, to help in fertilization, higher motility
  sperm are inserted into a womans uterus during
  ovulation.
• The last goal is to send more sperm into the
  fallopian tube, which will increase the chances
  of fertilization.
• The procedure only takes a just few minutes.

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When is IUI suggested?

• The following are the most common reasons
• Low Sperm Count - IUI is typically recommended
  for men who have a low sperm count.
• Sperm Motility - For an IUI to be successful, the
  total motile sperm count should be at least 10
  million after washing the sperm.
• Ejaculation Issue - When a man has ejaculatory
  dysfunction, IUI may be recommended.
• Unexplained Infertility - In cases of unexplained
  infertility, IUI is also performed.
• IUI is not advised in cases of severe male
  infertility or when a woman has a tubal blockage,
  endometriosis, or a history of pelvic infections.

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What is the cause of IUI failure?

• IUI has a low success rate, but it depends on the
  cause of infertility, the age of the woman, and
  the duration the couple has been trying to
  conceive.
• According to studies, the pregnancy rate for each
  natural cycle is about 5, and the pregnancy rate
  when the cycle is stimulated with fertility
  medication is 7-16.
• The reasons why IUI fails may differ from person
  to person, depending on their age, egg quality,
  and a variety of other factors.

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Some of the IUI failure symptoms or IUI failure
reasons are as follows

• Poor Quality Eggs
• Poor egg quality symptoms can be linked to
  chromosomal issues, making them one of the causes
  of failed IUI.
• Age
• Age decreases the quality of the egg. The embryo
  and its implantation are impacted by the degraded
  egg quality. This then turns into one of the main
  causes of IUI failure.
• Sperm quality
• Poor-quality sperm will not be able to fertilize
  the egg, resulting in IUI failure.

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• Timing
• After ovulation, the egg remains in the fallopian
  tube for 12-24 hours, if there is no sperm to
  fertilize the egg during that time, it will
  disintegrate. Therefore, the timing must be
  perfect.
• Ovulation
• There may be a minor ovulation issue.

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What are the symptoms of IUI failure?

• There are no specific symptoms of IUI failure.
• If the procedure is not successful, your period
  will start.
• It is also the cause of early pregnancy in 85 of
  cases.
• However, if you experience severe cramping or
  discomfort, you should pay attention to any
  unusual vaginal discharge and contact your doctor
  immediately.

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What is the Next step after failed IUI?

• If a woman has a history of 3 - 4 failed IUI
  cycles, has a low ovarian reserve, and is over
  the age of 35, she should consider IVF as a
  significant treatment as the next step after
  failed IUI.
• Various studies and research have shown that IVF
  and, in the case of severe male factor
  infertility, ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm
  Injection) can significantly increase the chances
  of conception and overcome IUI failure.
• Related video https//youtu.be/YAqwi4eOxtE

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• Also, despite being less expensive than IVF, IUI
  is by no means a cheap procedure.
• The cost keeps rising along with the number of
  treatments and attempts and the effects of IUI
  failure on infertility.
• In addition, pregnancy symptoms following a
  failed IUI also have a low success rate in
  comparison to other ART techniques.
• Therefore, it is strongly advised that a couple
  consult an IVF specialist rather than continuing
  to try after 3 - 4 unsuccessful attempts and no
  signs of pregnancy from IUI.

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IUI Success Story at Progenesis Fertility Center

• https//youtu.be/kAik_UGP6pk
• The patient came to Progenesis Fertility Center
  after failing to conceive a child. They underwent
  infertility treatments at several different
  clinics but did not get positive results. They
  heard about Dr. Malagaonkars Progenesis
  Fertility Center and readily opted for the
  treatment. They are blessed with the baby. IUI
  treatment is equally handy for the malefactor and
  the female factor in any pregnancy. It has its
  utility under some conditions for both of them.
  When we see IUI in the realm of IVF treatments,
  then we find that it is an entry-level treatment.
  It means that if things are not that complicated,
  then IUI can be a great help.

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FAQs

• Why does IUI not work?
• The failure of IUI can be attributed to various
  factors. Endometriosis, poor sperm quality,
  decreased ovarian reserve, poor egg quality, etc.
  are some of the common causes of failed IUI.
• What should you do if your 1st IUI fails?
• A failed iui cycle hurt, whether it is your first
  failed IUI or fourth. You should seek the advice
  of a Fertility Specialist at a reputable
  fertility clinic to receive an accurate diagnosis
  and the best possible care for your problems. 
• How many IUI cycles should I try before IVF?
• Your decision to try IVF is influenced by the
  cause of your inability as well as the number of
  failed IUI attempts. If you have had more than
  2-3 failed IUI attempts or if you have
  unexplained infertility, it is time to reconsider
  your options and try IVF.