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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. IVF Failure & Pregnancy Loss

    Follicular study

    On day 15th i went to follicular study and in right ovary egg size is 10.3×7mm and left ovary egg size is 10×6mm can I able to conceive doctor suggested me to come again on 24th for another follicular study — Lalitha I.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Possible but highly unlikely! 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: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility…

  2. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    FET lining 17

    Hi, I read a lot online about the lining being too thick for a successful FET. Mine is measuring 17 and still a week to go. Should I be concerned or are they right were good to move forward with… — Jennifer M.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Provided t here is no endometrial pathology, a thick lining does not adversely affect IVF outcome. 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…

  3. IVF Failure & Pregnancy Loss

    Unknown ivf failure

    I need to why it is happening ? — Juby B.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    If you've undergone in vitro fertilization (IVF) and didn't achieve a successful pregnancy, you may be wondering why. It's important to know that IVF outcomes can be unpredictable, but there are factors that can affect your chances. Let's explore some common reasons for IVF failure in simpler terms.…

  4. Cost & Insurance

    Ivf

    How much for ivf — Kimmona S.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    It all depends on the proposed treatment. Call Patti at 702-533-2691 and she will provide additional and more specific information. 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…

  5. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    Sub fertility

    Can the catheter drain pus in the blocked fallopian tube — Awulatu A.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I am afraid not! 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: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility…

  6. Clinic & Practice

    Expert Opinion

    Hi, we are doing an ivf cycle in canada and plan to continue that here. However, we would like to get consultation from Dr. Sher to review our file, details, previous tries and provide recommendations remotely. We might be wrong… — Ahmad A.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    If you are interested in having an online consultation with me, please contact my assistant, Patti Converse at 702-533-2691 or email her at concierge@sherivf.com\ 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…

  7. Immunology & Implantation

    Endo and Lupron

    Hello, I scored 1.8 on the Receptiva test, and had a laparoscopy two weeks ago that revealed pelvic and bowel adhesions, and a blocked tube (all likely caused by a past silent infection - not from endo?). They also found… — Mel P.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I personally do not advocate long acting Lupron for treating endometriosis-related infertility. 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 (IUI) ………as if to say that this would be just as…

  8. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Frozen Embryo Transfer

    Hello, I recently moved to Las Vegas after being in Japan for 2 years. I had an embryo transfer on the 15th of July but its looking to be a blighted ovum. I have a confirmatory ultrasound scheduled for Monday… — Zanetta F.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I recommend that you contact Dr Jeffrey Fisch in Henderson Nevada! 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: From In Vitro Fertilization…

  9. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    Follicle and lining

    Hi Dr.sher, As a follow up to my last question. Could you still do an FET if the lining thickens to a good size although the follicle is slow to develop/lack of ovulation. My lining is close to 7 mm… — Kristin C.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    In my opinion, the lining needs to be >8mm (at least) prior to ovulation and/or progesterone supplementation. Geoff Sher

  10. Early Pregnancy & hCG

    Hcg levels

    Hi Dr. Sher, I had a dating ultrasound last week on Tuesday and was measuring 5 w and 5 d and they did an hcg test with and my levels were 52819 H. Yesterday I had another ultrasound and measuring… — Debbie R.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    In my opinion there is reason for optimism! I know of no medical announcement associated with the degree of emotional anticipation and anguish as that associated with a pending diagnosis/confirmation of pregnancy following infertility treatment. In fact, hardly a day goes by where I am not confronted by…

  11. Ovarian Stimulation & OHSS

    Slow Growth on Letrozole

    Hi Dr.Sher, I am almost 40 and just did an egg retrieval on may. I have 5 euploids and 1 LLM. I also have pcos. I was hoping to do a modified natural cycle this month using 5mgs of letrozole.… — Kristin C.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I am afraid it does not look good for this cycle. Respectfully, I am not a fan of Letrozole used in "older" women. The journey of in vitro fertilization can be a rollercoaster of emotions for many patients. Often times they have to face the harsh reality that…

  12. Immunology & Implantation

    Lovenox for homogenous MTHFR 677CT

    Hello, I am currently 18 weeks pregnant following a fresh IVF transfer. Would you advise that I stay on lovenox 0.4 during the whole pregnancy since I have the following genetic mutations? - homogenous MTHFR 677CT - heterozygous PAI 4G/5G… — Kim D.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Yes! You will need Lovenox throughout pregnancy and until the 6th week post-delivery. Respectfully, I am not pro-using progesterone throughout pregnancy. Thrombophilia (Hereditary Clotting Defect) is defined as the genetic predisposition to developing intravascular thrombosis. It is due to hypercoagulability of blood leading to impairment of initial vascularization…

  13. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Optimal trigger

    Hi Dr Sher, apologies to bother you again, your insights are so helpful and I'm worried this IVF round isn't going to work! It's a Euploid embryo being transferred that I don't want to wast. We're doing a modified natural… — Cassidy O.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    No! It sounds as if the timing will still be OK! Good luck! Geoff Sher

  14. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Is there an optimal timing of the trigger/embryo transfer on a modified natural cycle

    I went in for a scan today in anticipation of doing a modified natural cycle, it's day 10 - LH levels are rising -I've not reached ovulation yet, LH normally surges on day 14 for me. The lining was trilaminar… — Cassidy O.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Candidly, I am not a fan of modified natural cycle FET's. However, the time to trigger is just before the onset of the natural LH surge.; This is determined by the size (20+mm) of the dominaqnt follicle and bloopd E2. (150pg/ml+ or 300+ if there are >2 dominant…

  15. Ovarian Stimulation & OHSS

    Ovidrel only trigger

    I am 42, 2.15 AMH, did the first cycle with Decapeptyl only and got all empty follicles. Then did three more cycles with dual trigger and got no euploids. Should I try an Ovidrel only trigger? 500 or 250? (I… — Anne C.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Empty Follicle Syndrome" is a misleading term because follicles always contain eggs. However, some eggs may have difficulties detaching and being retrieved. This is more likely to happen when multiple attempts are needed to retrieve an egg from a follicle, indicating the egg may have chromosomal abnormalities. The…

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