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Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 30, 2022

FET Protocol Opinion

Hi, I just wanted a second opinion on what my FET protocol looks like given my personal situation. I was diagnosed with endometriosis via laparoscopy in 2018. I did a total of 6 IUIs in 2021-2022 with my 4th one… — Taylor A.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

This is an inordinate drop off from egg to "competent" embryo. In my opinion, , in spite of your borderline AMH (1.48ng/ml) which would suggest otherwise, you are a high responder to fertility drugs. The most likely explanation for your poor egg to "competent" embryo conversion has to…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 29, 2022

What causes embryos to arrest during development?

I recently completed my 2nd egg retrieval at age 36 and had very different results. I have PCOS (high AMH =15 and many follicles, regular periods, thin/normal BMI ) and respond well to meds. We used 75 Menopur, 100 Gonal… — Maya S.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

It could be an inherent underlying egg defect. However, more commonly it has to do with the selection of an optimal protocol for ovarian stimulation, the type of "trigger used" and the implementation of said protocol. The importance of the IVF stimulation protocol on egg/embryo quality cannot be…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 23, 2022

32, 3 failed IUIs, 1 failed IVF transfer

Hi, I’m 32 years old and was diagnosed with mild endo which was removed last year. I’ve also had a few polyps, fibroids and cysts removed in the past 2 years. I had 3 failed IUIs and recently my first… — Miranda B.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I suggest we talk. Please consider calling Patti Converse (my assistant) at 702-533-2691 and set up an online consultation with me to discuss. When women with infertility due to endometriosis seek treatment, they are all too often advised to first try ovarian stimulation (ovulation Induction) with intrauterine insemination…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 14, 2022

steroids for raised TH1/TH2 assay

I had my first child with no difficulty. followed by 3 losses due to chromosomal issues then went to IVF and had 1 successful birth! We have been trying for the last 4 years and it has resulted in 2… — Tasnem A.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Your raised TH1: TH2 suggests activated uterine natural killer cells. In your case, having had a child already, this suggests that it is alloimmune rather than autoimmune, immunologic implantation dysfunction (IID). This would require a different approach to treatment. First, however you need to establish a diagnosis. We…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 7, 2022

Thin Endometrium

Hello Dr., I am currently 36 with unexplained infertility. We sought help in 2019 and ended up with a successful IVF cycle, 7 PGS -tested normal embryos (1 day 5 and 6 day 6). We transferred our day 5 embryo… — Natasha B.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Obviously I cannot with certainty define the cause of your thin lining. I can tell you 2 things: 1. A lining of
Embryos & Genetic Testing Nov 7, 2022

Permutation Fragile X

I have have had 2 pregnancies, 1 resulted in miscarriage and the other resulted in mono-di girls. I am a permutation fragile x carrier and they have the gene as well. Myself and my husband would like to go through… — Randi T.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

The answer to both questions is yes! Fragile X syndrome occurs in individuals who carry the gene, FMR1 on an X-chromosome. This condition is inherited as a dominant X-linked disorder. With a dominant disorder, the condition results when there is only one copy of the altered gene in…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Oct 31, 2022

Euploid embryo transfer after giving birth

Dear Dr Sher, I have just given birth to baby son ( September 3d). The pregnancy was miracle due to natural conception in December last year. I delivered naturally (not C-section) at 39 weeks 4 days so at full term.… — Sayora G.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I would use both the euploid blastocysts. My suggestion is that once you have stopped breast feeding and are menstruating regularly you proceed to FET. Good luck!
Age & Fertility Oct 15, 2022

IVF

Hi, I'm 40 years old, 3 failed IUI during the last year and consulting for IVF. I'm looking for a clinic that allows me 2 embryo transfer at once for a chance of twins. is this possible at your clinic? — Nagibe C.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I would absolutely consider this favorably! I suggest you call my assistant, Patti Converse at 702-533-2591 and set up an online consultation with me to discuss. Geoff Sher
Embryos & Genetic Testing Oct 11, 2022

Reproductive potential of euploid in women >40

Hi Dr Sher, I hope this message finds you very well! I'm turning 44 soon and have finished the embryo banking process (2 euploid embryos + 7 LLM embryos). Clearly I'm unlikely to retrieve any more euploid embryos at my… — Cassidy O.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Thank you for your communication. Although age primarily affects IVF outcome through impacting the risk of aneuploidy, it also presumably has an effect via other factors (metabolomic and epigenewtic) although these are far less relevant. In my opinion, you would be well served to evaluation for embryo implantation…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Oct 10, 2022

How long to taper off progesterone support

Dear Dr Sher, I am currently 8+2 pregnant following our final FET with our last euploid embryo. It was a natural FET. My 8 week scan showed everything to be on track with no obvious concerns. My IVF clinic say… — Vicky A.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I agree eith your RE! Geoff Sher
Embryos & Genetic Testing Sep 26, 2022

Chromosomal Abnormalities

High doses of drugs used to stimulate the ovaries of older women undergoing fertility treatment may be causing chromosomal abnormalities in their eggs? — Tina M.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I strongly doubt it! Geoff Sher
Embryos & Genetic Testing Sep 26, 2022

repeated implantation failed

Dear Dr, Embryo Solution recommended me to contact you to get your point of view on my fertility problem. With my husband we have a severe male infertility problem and in 2017 we did a fertility treatment when we lived… — Sofia G.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

The commonest cause of your type of issue relates to egg/embryo "competency". AND here, the protocol used for ovarian stimulation is pivotal. The importance of the IVF stimulation protocol on egg/embryo quality cannot be overstated. This factor seems often to be overlooked or discounted by t IVF practitioners…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Sep 26, 2022

Chromosomal Abnormalities

Can high doses of drugs used to stimulate the ovaries of older women undergoing fertility treatment may be causing chromosomal abnormalities in their eggs? — Tina M.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

In my opinion...NO! G-d bless! Geoff Sher
Embryos & Genetic Testing Sep 22, 2022

Embryo

I recently got an embryo report back from coopergenomics and it's euploid, but my PGT-M result came back with maternal chromosome contamination. Do you think this can effect success rates? — Julie G.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

You need to discuss this with your personal RE. Good luck! Geoff Sher
Embryos & Genetic Testing Sep 19, 2022

Blastocysts

Are two healthy blastocyst enough for a successful implantation? I need to talk to you doctor privately , I live in a very far country and I can't see you , is it possible to discuss my situation with you… — Monica L.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I transfer up to 2 blastocysts at a time...but no more. Please call my assistant Patti Converse at 702-533-2691 or email her at concierge@sherivf.com and set up an online consultation with me. Geoff Sher

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