For couples who have trouble conceiving without reproductive assistance, fertility treatments and medications can offer a precious chance at parenthood. Unfortunately, this science that increases the likelihood of pregnancy can also lead to birth injuries, such as cerebral palsy.
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Common Fertility Options
With today’s medicine, there are several fertility options for couples to consider:
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Intrauterine insemination: Sperm is inserted directly into a woman’s uterus, potentially resulting in pregnancy.
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In vitro fertilization: An egg fertilized in a laboratory is inserted into a woman’s uterus.