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The technique called Gamete Intra Fallopian Transfer $(GIFT)$ is recommended for those females

Updated On: Aug 1, 2022
  • who cannot produce an ovum
  • who cannot retain the foetus inside uterus
  • whose cervical canal is too narrow to allow passage for the sperms
  • who cannot provide suitable environment for fertilization.
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Gamete Intra Fallopian Transfer (GIFT) is transfer of an ovum collected from a donor into the Fallopian tube of another female who cannot produce ova but can provide proper environment for fertilization and further development.
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Infertility

Infertility is described as not being able to get pregnant in spite of having frequent, unprotected sex for not less than a year for most couples. Infertility may result from an issue with either you or your partner or a combination of factors that stops a pregnancy.

Symptoms:

The major symptom of infertility is not getting pregnant. There may be no other apparent symptoms. Sometimes, women with infertility may have irregular or missing menstrual periods. In some cases, men with infertility may have some signs of hormonal issues, like changes in hair growth or sexual function.

Causes of male infertility:

  • Abnormal sperm production or function
  • Problems with the delivery of sperm
  • Overexposure to certain environmental factors
  • Damage related to cancer and its treatment

Causes of female infertility

  • Ovulation disorders
  • Uterine or cervical abnormalities
  • Fallopian tube damage or blockage
  • Endometriosis
  • Primary ovarian insufficiency
  • Pelvic adhesions
  • Cancer and its treatment.