Infertility Book by Dr. Ashraf Sabry. A complete, plain-language guide to how pregnancy happens, the causes of infertility in men and women, how it is diagnosed, and the treatments available today, from lifestyle changes to IUI, IVF and ICSI. Browse the chapters below.
Having children is the fruit of marriage in every society. In some communities, delayed pregnancy is a heavy burden for a couple, who may feel criticized or judged by others, leading to stress and depression. Anything that threatens their hopes of a child brings fear, anxiety and distress. Infertility can affect a couple’s sense of purpose, their relationships and their inner peace, and the problem is made worse by remarks from family and friends who are all waiting for the happy news.
Social barriers can also delay help: some husbands refuse or put off joining their wives at the doctor, even though infertility is a problem the couple shares, and it is the time when they need each other most. In some communities, seeking medical help is still seen as shameful. Personal barriers include loss of desire, as intercourse turns into a duty and a treatment. Among the most important barriers is a lack of reliable information about one’s condition and about modern methods of diagnosis and treatment, such as diagnostic ultrasound, ICSI and genetic testing of embryos.
That is why it is worth seeking knowledge: understanding your situation is power, and it helps overcome fear of the problem. Science has made great progress in treating infertility, and assisted reproduction has brought real hope. I wrote this book to explain the causes, diagnosis and treatment of infertility simply, so that you have the information you need to make the right decisions. Someone cares about hearing your concerns; you are not alone, and your doctor is the hand that will help you through this journey.
This English edition is a translation of the original Arabic book, updated in line with current ASRM, ESHRE and WHO guidance. All rights reserved by the author; no part may be copied or reprinted electronically or in print without permission. Egyptian National Library legal deposit number 16989/2012.
How Pregnancy Happens
Male Infertility
Male Fertility Tests: Semen Analysis and Beyond
Azoospermia: No Sperm in the Semen
Problems Delivering Sperm: Erection, Ejaculation and Anatomy
Causes of Low Sperm Production and Their Treatment
Varicocele and Male Infertility
Testicular Sperm Retrieval for Azoospermia
Antisperm Antibodies and Infertility
Problems with Semen and Sperm Production
Female Infertility
Fallopian Tube and Pelvic Causes of Infertility
Ovarian Causes of Female Infertility and Ovulation Tests
Uterine Causes of Female Infertility
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Endometriosis and Infertility
Uterine Polyps and Fibroids in Infertility
Cervical Causes of Female Infertility
High Prolactin and Infertility
Vaginal Causes of Female Infertility
Hormonal Causes of Female Infertility
Age and Female Fertility
Unexplained Infertility
Diagnosing the Cause of Infertility
Diagnosing Female Infertility
How Infertility Is Treated
Assisted Reproduction
IVF and ICSI: A Step-by-Step Guide
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Ovarian Stimulation and Ovulation Induction
IVF Patient Instructions: Egg Collection and Embryo Transfer
IMSI: Selecting Healthy Sperm Under High Magnification
Gender Selection Before Embryo Transfer
Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) of Embryos
Freezing Embryos, Eggs and Sperm
Blastocyst Transfer in IVF
Assisted Hatching in IVF
Assisted Reproduction: When Is It Needed?
International Guidelines
In line with global standards, Dr. Sabry follows the latest recommendations from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), and Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG). Thus, patients receive care that is safe, ethical, and evidence-based.
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