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Uterine & Endometrial Health Feb 24, 2023

Progesterone levels after FET

Hi Dr SHER, my clinic’s FET protocol has me on both progesterone vaginal capsules 200mg 3x/day plus 100mg PIO once daily in preparation for FET. They tested my levels day before transfer and was good; they tested day after and… — Lauren C.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I strongly doubt any adverse effect! Good luck! Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: 1.From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 24, 2023

Recurrent Miscarriage

After four losses (ages 23, 32, and 33) I was diagnosed with one copy of PAI-1 and one copy of MTHFR. I also have very high thyroid antibodies. Could all of this be causing the losses? We are moving on… — Mary P.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I doubt that the heterozygous PAI-1 and one copy of MTHFR can explain the losses. the thyroid antibodies is however another matter ...see below. Geoff Sher Between 2% and 5% of women of the childbearing age have reduced thyroid hormone activity (hypothyroidism). Women with hypothyroidism often manifest with…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 23, 2023

Success after successful transfer

Hi! We just had our baby girl (4BB). Are the odds better doing a transfer for a second child since the first one worked? We had MFI and are 28! We transferred two embryos the first time (4AA & 4BB)… — Megan W.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I think your chance of success is good. I personally am willing to transfer up to 2 embryos at a time unless there is a specific obstetrics contraindication against twins. Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I recently co-authored with my…
Ovarian Stimulation & OHSS Feb 21, 2023

Safety of Letrozole – Limit?

Hi Dr.Sher, Is there a limit to the number of letrozole cycles that one can do due to safety. I have done 12 cycles of letrozole. 8 of these have included using a trigger shot, Ovidrel. I know there are… — Kristin C.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

In my opinion it is safe! However, that does not mean it is a judicious approach. Perhaps we should talk. I invite you to call my assistant Patti Converse at 702-533-2691 and set up an online consultation with me. Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links…
Early Pregnancy & hCG Feb 21, 2023

Hcg level

Hello, My Hcg level on 25 January was 811 and now my Hcg level on 20 February is 14,328. I haven't had my first prenatal visit yet, but according to my app I'm supposed to be around 10 weeks pregnant.… — Briyah B.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

My bet is that this is normal! Geoff Sher Measuring and interpreting Blood hCG to Assess Pregnancy Viability Following ART Treatments. Geoffrey Sher MD 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…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 21, 2023

Frozen embryo

We are planning to transfer our previous frozen embryo, and I did currently semen analysis and found uroplasma, do my wife need an antibiotic before transferring the frozen embryo, and if yes what is the antibiotic and what is the… — Yousef S.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Ureaplasma urealyticum is a bacterium that belongs to the mycoplasma family. It can be detected in the reproductive tract of as many as 40% of individuals (male and female). Ureaplasma probably does not prevent normal conception in the majority of cases, because by and large, the uterine cavity…
IVF Failure & Pregnancy Loss Feb 20, 2023

Ivf

Will m1 grade eggs fertilized? — Mahesh P.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Sometimes they do! Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: 1.From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) “ http://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf “Recurrent Pregnancy…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 16, 2023

Failed implantation

Hello, my husband and I have had a total of 6 good/top quality day 5 embryos implanted over the course of 2 years (2021- present). I have endometriosis, which I had surgery for in 2021. Following this surgery we had… — Ashley C.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Implantation dysfunction is unfortunately often overlooked as an important cause of IVF failure. This is especially relevant in cases of unexplained IVF failure, recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), and in women with underlying endo-uterine surface lesions, thickness of the uterine lining (endometrium) and /or immunologic factors. IVF success rates…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 14, 2023

Failed cycles

Hi, I learned of your clinic today on the egg whisperer and several questions arose from that video. I’ve had one retrieval with six day 5 embryos. My first fresh transfer failed with no implantation and my second was a… — Mary E.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

There is a possibility that the hydrosalpinges could be playing a role here. However, it is important to also consider the possibility of an anatomical and/or immunologic implantation dysfunction. Please read below and then, if you are interested, contact my assistant Patti Converse (702-533-2691) and set up an…
Clinic & Practice Feb 14, 2023

New Pathway without a referral

Hello, I was referred to you from great friends of mine and I’m already impressed that there is a question portal! My husband and I would like to change doctors and don’t have a referral. Would we need one to… — Deanna F.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

I would be delighted to consult with you. Please contact my assistant, Patti Converse at 702-533-2691 and set up an online consultation with me. I look forward to meeting both you and your husband. Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I…
IVF Failure & Pregnancy Loss Feb 13, 2023

Failed IVF Cycles

Hi Dr. Sher - I recently learned about you and your practice after listening to the Egg Whisperer Podcast. I've had two IVF cycles at two separate clinics in the Orlando, FL area. My first cycle resulted in 5 embryos,… — Ashley G.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Respectfully, This is likely NOT a lab issue but rather due to a combination of diminished ovarian reserve and the protocol used for ovarian stimulation. We should talk before you go any further. It is primarily the egg (rather than the sperm) that determines the chromosomal integrity (karyotype)…
Ovarian Stimulation & OHSS Feb 13, 2023

Clomiphene

Hi Dr. Sher, I am 42, trying for our 2nd baby. I had regular periods and ovulated well till October 2022 when My OB doctor prescribed Clomiphene x5 days. My cycles became mess after that. Periods last for 16-17 days,… — Iryna S.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Clomiphene (syn; Clomid , Serophene) is by far the most widely prescribed agent for the induction of human ovulation for women who do not ovulate, those with dysfunctional ovulation and women with ”unexplained” infertility. When used in young women (who have adequate ovarian reserve) with these problems the…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 9, 2023

Request for book download

Hi Dr. Sher, I am an IVF patient of Dr. Randall Loy (RE) at the Center for Reproductive Medicine in Winter Park, Florida. I am also a patient of Dr. Jubiz Giovanni (RI) in Kissimmee, Florida. After two losses and… — Michelle R.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: 1.From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) “ http://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf “Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF Failure:…
Embryos & Genetic Testing Feb 9, 2023

Sonohysterogram during a FET

Hi Dr Sher, do you believe its okay to get a Sonohysterogram done during cycle day 6 - 11 of a medicated Frozen Embryo Transfer cycle? Can the medication (Estrogen and Progesterone) interfere with the SHG results or vice-versa? — Jennifer L.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

Respectfully! I personally would not perform a SNH during a cycle of FET! Geoff Sher ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I am attaching online links to two E-books which I recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: 1.From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A…
IUI & Insemination Feb 8, 2023

Should we do IUI?

Hi there, I am 36 years old with 2 children already my husband is 39. We have been trying to conceive number 3 for close to 2 years and have experienced miscarriage & struggle conceiving. My AMH is 6.5. Recently… — Kathryn T.

Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

With sperm antibodies, IUI is really not a tangible option. You need IVF/ICSI. Antisperm antibodies (ASA) are immunoglobulins that attach to sperm. They are most commonly encountered in semen, blood, cervical mucous and follicular fluid. Not all ASA bind to sperm. However, those that do so can inhibiting…

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