IUI

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a technique by which healthy sperms are injected directly in the fallopian tube. This helps in increasing the chances of fertilization. 

IUI is a relatively simple procedure  that can be accomplished with or without fertility drugs. 

Also called Artificial Insemination (AI), IUI is generally used in case of:

• Male infertility
• Unexplained infertility 
• Presence of hostile environment in the cervix
• Intercourse not possible due to pain

IUI should not be used for patients with:

• Blocked fallopian tube
• Severe endometriosis, wherein the tissue lining the uterus starts growing outside the uterus
• Pelvic infection

What can you expect after IUI treatment?

There are some mild symptoms that you can experience after IUI:

• Mild cramping.
• Spotting for one or two days.

Most people will return to normal activities right away. You should avoid anything that makes you feel uncomfortable after IUI, but there usually aren’t any restrictions. A pregnancy test can be taken around two weeks after IUI.