IVF with frozen embryos is a perfect treatment for women over the age of 35 and couples who have a history of chromosomal abnormalities. In FET, the doctor first checks the endometrium with ultrasound imaging; second rinse the vagina to reduce the risk of infection; and finally, transfers the frozen embryo using a catheter. This operation takes 20 minutes, is painless, and has no complications.
Egg retrieval means obtaining egg follicles from the ovaries by a needle. You should get enough rest, take your medications like antibiotics and painkillers on time, use progesterone supplements, inject calcium, etc. Also, you must avoid having intercourse for two weeks and quit smoking and drinking until your treatment is over.
Increase your chance of successful IVF by having it under the age of 35, choosing an experienced doctor, quitting your unhealthy habits, taking necessary tests like PGD, and taking folic acid supplements and multivitamins. Also, have your fallopian tubes, endometrium, and quality of your sex cells checked before undergoing IVF.
In some countries, the lack of high-quality facilities, high cost of surgeries, long waiting lists to get treatment, etc., caused medical tourism. Iran is a popular destination for medical treatment as its quality of healthcare services is high, and the costs of almost all procedures are lower than in other countries, even Turkey, Mexico, and Thailand.