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Some women feel mild cramping, similar to period cramps, as the catheter passes through the cervix, and this settles quickly. No anaesthetic is needed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the difference between IUI and IVF?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "In IUI, prepared sperm is placed into the uterus and fertilisation happens inside the body. In IVF, eggs are collected and fertilised in a laboratory before an embryo is transferred. IUI is simpler and more affordable; IVF has a higher success rate per cycle and is often considered if IUI is unsuccessful." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the success rate of IUI?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "IUI success depends on age, the cause of infertility and sperm quality, and it builds up over a few cycles rather than in a single attempt. Your specialist will give you a realistic, personalised estimate for your situation." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How many rounds of IUI should I try before IVF?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "IUI is usually tried for a limited number of cycles (often three to four). If pregnancy has not happened in that time, your fertility specialist will discuss moving on to IVF or ICSI." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is sperm washing?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Sperm washing is a laboratory process that prepares the semen sample before IUI. It isolates the healthiest, most motile sperm and removes seminal fluid, which could otherwise cause uterine cramping. It usually takes 60 to 90 minutes." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I get IUI in Sharjah?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "New Hope IVF offers intrauterine insemination in Sharjah, serving patients across the UAE including Dubai. Book a consultation to find out whether IUI is right for you." } } ] } ] }