
News Topical, Digital Desk : In today's time, IVF or in vitro fertilization is being used by those couples who have not been able to have a child naturally. With the help of medical science, the dream of becoming parents can be fulfilled. In the year 1978, on 25 July, the first test tube baby Louise Brown was born. To remember this achievement, World IVF Day is celebrated every year on this day.
But have you ever wondered who discovered it? What is its history? If not, then you must read this article of ours. We are going to give you every important information about IVF on the occasion of World IVF Day. So let's know in detail -
Who discovered IVF?
Let us tell you that IVF started in 1978. The world's first test tube baby Louise Brown was born on 25 July 1978 in England. The credit for making this technology successful goes to scientist Robert Edwards and Dr. Patrick Steptoe. Robert Edwards was also awarded the Nobel Prize in 2010 for this work.
What is IVF?
IVF is a process in which a woman's egg and a man's sperm are mixed in a lab outside the body. When the egg forms an embryo, it is transferred to the woman's uterus so that it can develop normally.
Who needs IVF?
IVF treatment is for those couples who have been trying to become parents for a long time but have not been successful. Especially women whose fallopian tubes are blocked, men whose sperm count is low or the quality is not good, IVF is also needed in conditions like endometriosis. It is also resorted to when the woman's fertility decreases due to old age. Apart from this, this method can also be useful in case of repeated miscarriages.
How many times can IVF procedure be done?
Everyone's condition is different. Sometimes success is achieved in the first attempt, and in many cases IVF has to be done two to three times. The woman's age, health and the quality of the embryo play a big role in this.
Is IVF safe or not?
Let us tell you that IVF is a safe process, but it requires some preparation mentally, physically and financially. It is considered a tiring process, but with proper supervision and doctor's advice, it can give good success.
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