For most husband and wife, pregnancy is the long-awaited thing. However, not all couples can get a pregnancy naturally. As a solution, artificial insemination is one technique that can be used to create pregnancy.
Artificial insemination is done to shorten the path of sperm, so that it can get through obstacles that might occur. Sperm will be directly inserted into the cervix, fallopian tubes (fallopian tubes), or uterus. One of the most widely used techniques is inserting sperm directly into the uterus or intrauterine insemination (IUI).
Helps with certain conditions of infertility
Some conditions of male and female infertility that can take advantage of artificial insemination procedures so that pregnancy occurs more quickly, include:
- Low sperm count or sperm that cannot travel too far.
- Ejaculation or erectile disorders.
- Hormonal disorders in women that cause irregular periods.
- The presence of endometriosis, scar tissue in the cervical wall, or other abnormalities in the female reproductive organs.
- Cervical mucus abnormalities that refuse and prevent sperm from entering the uterus.
- The woman has sperm allergy.
- Barriers to sexual intercourse, such as physical disabilities or psychological problems. Including, severe pain during intercourse.
- Viral infections that can be transmitted through sexual contact. For example HIV or hepatitis.
- Difficult pregnancy occurs without obvious infertility reasons.
Steps to the Artificial Insemination Procedure
Although the success rate of pregnancy with artificial insemination techniques varies and is not as high as other techniques, this procedure has the advantage of not being too expensive and minimal side effects. Artificial insemination is also a short and relatively painless procedure.
Some women will experience abdominal cramps during the procedure, some will experience minor bleeding after the procedure. The woman will probably be asked to lie down 15-45 minutes for the best results.
However, it is possible that the woman is given fertility drugs one week before ovulation, or depending on the fertility problems experienced. To watch out for, these drugs increase the chance of births of twins.
Following is the sequence of artificial insemination procedures:
- Before carrying out artificial insemination procedures, the doctor will examine the reproductive organs and fertility of each partner. This is to find out what are the possibilities that become obstacles to the occurrence of pregnancy naturally.
- From the man's side, the doctor will check the quality and quantity of sperm. Meanwhile, from the woman's side, her ovulation ability will be examined. After the examination is complete, the doctor will recommend techniques that can help the pregnancy.
- To carry out artificial insemination procedures, determining the exact time of ovulation is very important. Therefore, the highest likelihood of pregnancy is about 24 hours from the release of eggs. To determine ovulation, ovulation test kits, ultrasound, or blood tests can be used. In addition, additional tests can also be given such as basal body temperature, vaginal mucus texture, and softness of the cervix.
- Sperm to be used can be fresh or washed with special techniques to increase fertility. The process of "washing" sperm includes selecting sperm with the best quality
- Sperm is then placed in a small tube called a catheter, which is then directly inserted into the vagina and cervix, until finally reaching the uterus. A pregnancy that is later obtained from artificial insemination is no different from a natural pregnancy.
For married couples who expect pregnancy, artificial insemination can be done as an alternative procedure that is more affordable and minimizes risk. But before deciding to do it, you need to consult further with your doctor to undergo a complete examination and get the best procedure choices to overcome your fertility problems.
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