IUI (intrauterine insemination)
A simple, often first step in fertility treatment, done at the hospital without surgery.
In IUI, washed and concentrated sperm are placed directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation. It shortens the distance sperm have to travel and increases the number that reach the egg. The procedure takes only a few minutes and feels similar to a routine internal examination.
Fertility care at Rudraksh Healthcare is led by Dr. Khushboo, Director of Mannat IVF, who holds a Fellowship in Assisted Reproductive Technology from Germany. She will advise whether IUI is the right starting point for you, or whether another treatment is likely to work better.
IUI (intrauterine insemination)IUI may be suitable for
- Unexplained infertility
- Mild problems with sperm count or movement
- Ovulation problems such as PCOS (with medicines to help ovulation)
- Difficulty with intercourse
- Use of donor sperm
Before IUI, you may need
- Blood tests for hormones
- Ultrasound scans of the uterus and ovaries
- A test to check the fallopian tubes are open
- Semen analysis for the male partner
What to expect
Evaluation
Both partners are assessed so treatment is matched to the cause.
Monitoring
Ovulation is tracked with scans, sometimes with tablets or injections to support it.
Insemination
The prepared sample is placed in the uterus. You can usually go home soon after.
Pregnancy test
A pregnancy test about two weeks later. Several cycles may be advised.
Questions patients ask
Is IUI painful?
Most women feel only mild discomfort, similar to a routine internal examination. No anaesthesia is needed.
How many IUI cycles should we try?
Your doctor will advise based on age and the cause of infertility. If IUI does not work after a few cycles, IVF may be recommended.
What is the difference between IUI and IVF?
In IUI, fertilisation happens naturally inside the body. In IVF, eggs are collected and fertilised in a laboratory, and an embryo is then placed in the uterus. IVF is more involved, but it works in situations where IUI cannot.
Need to see a doctor?
Call or WhatsApp the hospital and the team will guide you to the right department. For emergencies, come straight in: we are open 24 hours.
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