Common Misconceptions About IVF

Gone are those days when people suffer with infertility for a lifetime, if you or your partner having problem in conceiving you have option to get into parenthood by In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). This started in late 70’s when 1st test tube baby, Louise Brown, was born by test tube baby with the assistance of IVF by biologist Bob Edwards and doctor Patrick Steptoe. With more technological advancement, IVF Centre in Aligarh have improved pregnancy success rate and made it accessible to every individual.


Despite increasing information publicity there are still some misconception about IVF due which people stuck and think before opting for fertility treatment. These misconceptions need to be erased from the peoples mind so they can come forward for IVF and can enjoy parenthood. Below are the common misconceptions about IVF-

1. IVF Extract all eggs from your Ovarian Reserves

Fact is that, at the beginning of each periodic cycle, your body assemble a fresh group of eggs to get stimulated that month. Out of these only one gets matured and rest dies, with the help of IVF all these eggs are taken out and given an equal chance to get mature. Nothing is done to the rest of the eggs which are been reserved in ovarian for future mensuration cycles. Your other eggs are totally save with IVF treatment.

2. IVF Pregnancy always have Cesarean birth Delivery

Fact is that, like normal biological pregnancy IVF pregnancy also have equal chances of normal delivery and cesarean delivery. There are many couples who may have attempted to conceive for several years and this goes for cesarean delivery during IVF. Type of delivery totally depends upon the heath of mother and a healthy vaginal, says Dr. Jaya Sharma a Gynecologist and Infertility Specialist in IVF clinic in Aligarh.

3. Ovarian Stimulation Causes Cancer

Fact is that, there is no such studies or case of Ovarian stimulation causing cancer due to IVF treatment. There are some reports saying new possibility of borderline ovarian tumors which insignificant and is treated with the process of IVF. ASRAM- the American Society for Reproductive Medicine finds safe to donate eggs upto 6 cycles, i.e. it is safe for ovarian stimulation to occur at least six times.

4. There is a high Risk of Multiple Pregnancies with IVF

Fact is that, in IVF process we have full control over number of embryos are implanted unlike others such as oral or injectable medications with intercourse or insemination whether there is absolutely no control over it. Here, all the eggs that have matured in an ovarian stimulation have chance of getting fertilized and turning into pregnancy. With a professional IVF Centre, experienced doctors, careful observations, and improvements in embryo culture techniques, elective single embryo transfer (eSET) has become a very good option for patients and now we have a more success healthy singleton pregnancy removing the risks of multiple gestation pregnancies like twins, triplets, or more.

5. Any Infertility Problem can be Resolved by IVF

Fact is that, there are various infertility treatment available and IVF is one of the most success and popular infertility treatment today. It depends upon the cause of your problem and accordingly a treatment is suggested which may be IUI, ICSI, LAH. You can visit IVF clinics for getting analysed which treatment to go with.

6. IVF treatment is only for Young Parents

The fact is that, IVF can be as effective in ladies after menopause as in young ladies, but it should be kept in the mind that success rate of maternity in older age group is lower when compared with young age group. But there is a possibility with good IVF treatment by employing donor eggs coming from young females.

7. IVF is 100% Achievable

The fact is that, the success of IVF depends upon certain factors such as age group, cause of infertility, and biological and hormonal conditions. Noble IVF in Aligarh have achieved 79.8% success rate in last 2 years, so do not fall for a trap if someone is guaranteeing for 100% result which nowhere possible till date. IVF specialist recommendations for enhancing the chance of successful IVF is- maintaining healthy body weight, quit smoking, reducing anxiety, have adequate diet, optimize sperm wellbeing, intake adequate amount of vitamin D, and consult an experience doctor and embryology lab. You must include turmeric, gingera, blueberries, wild salmon, dark leafy greens, fruits and fermented vegetables in your diet for successful IVF pregnancy.

8. High Possibility of birth Abnormalities and Malformations with IVF Pregnancy

The fact is that, there is very low risk associated with malformations of a child through IVF and the risk of abnormal baby fetus is same in IVF and natural pregnancy. It mainly depends upon the 9 months diet and care taken for mother and the baby.

9. During IVF, the patient need to be Admitted in the Clinic

The fact is that, there is no need of continuous hospitalization, but a few hours during egg collection, rest procedure of test tube baby is done in the laboratory and then again a regular check-up is required just as n normal pregnancy.

10. IVF Treatment is very Costly

The fact is that, IVF treatment involves a cost but still it is lesser than many other treatments. Also with the new and faster technology the cost has not increased but forecasted to decrease in coming years.

If you are planning a baby since long and having problem in getting pregnant, then you may also get pregnant through IVF, like many others who have tried IVF and had babies successfully. If you have cleared all the misconceptions about IVF in the above points, you need not think twice and visit Test Tube Baby Centre in Aligarh to consult experienced and trusted doctor. When it comes to fertility treatment, its best not to get influenced with myths around and have test for your success rate for IVF pregnancy.