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  • Dear Patients,

    I created this forum to welcome any questions you have on the topic of infertility, IVF, conception, testing, evaluation, or any related topics. I do my best to answer all questions in less than 24 hours. I know your question is important and, in many cases, I will answer within just a few hours. Thank you for taking the time to trust me with your concern.

    – Geoffrey Sher, MD

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  1. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    Progesterone type

    Is sub cutaneous progesterone as effective as intra muscular? Can there be a case of too much progesterone If progesterone gel, oral and sub cutaneous forms are administered together for luteal support? — Sreevidhya V.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Here is the Luteal Phase support I advocate. Luteal support: commences on day-1 , 6 days prior to the FET, with intramuscular progesterone in oil (PIO) at an initial dose of 75-100 mg (-Day 1). Daily administration- is continued until late in the evening of Day 5 (…

  2. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Gender Selection Options

    Hello, What options are available that allow for gender selection? Thanks! Michelle B — Michelle B.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Couples have for centuries sought to influence the gender of their offspring. More than seven centuries ago the ancient Chinese developed a birth calendar said to be able to predict gender on the basis of when conception occurred. Later, the ancient Greeks suggested that by lying on her…

  3. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    Vaginal viagra suppositories

    Hi there I am from the UK and have been prescribed vaginal viagra suppositories but finding it impossible to find a pharmacy that can obtain it or make it up. Could you advise how the suppositories are made? Presumably they… — Helena G.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I really do not know how you could get access in the UK. I suggest you contact MD-RX Pharmacy in Encino, CA . They might be able to advise you.. Good Luck! Geoff Sher Ask for Robert Makhane and mention my name when you talk with him..

  4. Cost & Insurance

    IVF cost

    Hello Doctor I have listened to you on Egg Whisper and would like to come for IVF treatment from Tanzania. I am 48 years and would like to use my own eggs. My last eggs retrieval at 47 years we… — Esnath C.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Before making a final decision on how tom proceed, I suggest we talk. Let me tell you from the get go that doing IVF with own eggs at your age is not a wise option. Success rates are dismal....But let us have a dialogue about this. Geoff Sher…

  5. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Frozen embryo transfer add on

    Hello Dr. Sher, Hope you are doing well.. 1. What is your view about hcg booster shots between ovulation induction and transfer for modified natural transfer? Does it have positive effect on endometrium before transfer? If yes what will be… — Sreevidhya V.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    What is your view about hcg booster shots between ovulation induction and transfer for modified natural transfer? Does it have positive effect on endometrium before transfer? If yes what will be the ideal protocol and dose for hcg booster? A: I do not advocate this! 2. What is…

  6. Early Pregnancy & hCG

    Feeling confused

    I happened to take a test and it was positive i started having pains and irregular spotting i consulted with the health providers and so far i recieved to opinion the first Dr suspected an ealry pregnancy as he could… — Philisiwe P.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    There is no specific hCG level that differentiated between and IUP and an ectopic. However, the level should double every 2 days with normal intrauterine pregnancy ...in the early stage of pregnancy. If it rises more slowly, that suggests a possible failing pregnancy or an ectopic. An US…

  7. Trompas ligadas

    Quisiera saber si me puedo embarazar nuevamente con ligaduras de trompas y de q forma sería el proceso — Saona E.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please re-post in English! Geoff Sher

  8. Cost & Insurance

    Loraine

    Quiero iniciar el proceso pero quisiera saber si mi seguro médico cubre el proceso — Loraine D.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please repost in English! Geoff Sher

  9. Early Pregnancy & hCG

    IVF treatment plan question with immunological problem

    Dear Dr Sher, I am a 35 years old woman and I have fallopian tube blockage. I have had 4 IVF cycles, 3 were unsuccessful, the second was successful (at the beginning hcg:5000, progesterone: 34), but unfortunately I had to… — Flora K.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    It seems highly likely that you do have an immunologic implantation dysfunction. Your endometrial cytoikine and NK cell elevation are suggestive. However, the cause must firsdt be identified before treatment can be defined for FET. This will require a detailed assessment (see below). A RATIONAL BASIS FOR MANAGEMENT…

  10. 23 years

    Q tengo q aser — Fabricio Q.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    PLease post in English! Geoff Sher

  11. Hormones & Ovulation

    Infertility

    A woman doesn’t ovulates what can she do ?? — Ahmad A.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    You have to determine the reason and provided it is not due to menopause and she is not >42Y of age...ovulation induction.

  12. Ser mamá

    Hola doctor me queda alguna posibilidad de embarazarme con 43 — Amalfi M.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please re-post in English! Geoff Sher

  13. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    2nd opinion

    Hi. Is it possible to get a second opinion on my IVF process? I'm located in Philadelphia and won't be getting IVF at your clinic. I just wanted to find out Dr. Sher's opinion about my IVF protocols and what… — Kseniya F.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please call Patti at 702-533-2691 or email her at concierge@sherivf.com and set up an online consultation with me. Geoff Sher EGG/ EMBRYO QUALITY IN IVF & HOW SELECTION OF THE IDEAL PROTOCOL FOR OVARIAN STIMULATION INFLUENCES EGG/EMBRYO QUALITY AND OUTCOME. The journey of in vitro fertilization can be…

  14. Immunology & Implantation

    Immune Issues/ DQ Alpha Match?

    Hi Dr Sher, My husband and I had our son 5 years(+3 months) ago. He was conceived after just 2 months trying. We have been experiencing secondary infertility for over 4 year +3 months. I have had 5 embryos fail… — Joanna B.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I think we should talk. Please contact my assistant, Patti Converse at 702-533-2691 or email her at concierge@sherIVF.com to set up an online consultation with me. Geoff Sher UNDERSTANDING RECURRENT PREGNANCY LOSS ( RPL): CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS. When it comes to reproduction, humans face challenges compared to other…

  15. Clinic & Practice

    Qué es sujeto

    Consulta — Janeiry O.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please call my assistant, Patti Converse (702-533-2691 and set up an online consultation with me. Geoff Sher PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH OTHERS AND HELP SPREAD THE WORD!! Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure:…

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