Patients do an IVF cycle with high
hopes. They invest a lot of time and energy in selecting the right IVF clinic and
are very optimistic as to the outcome of the cycle. However , when the cycle
fails , their confidence is shaken . They are not sure whether they should do
another cycle in the same clinic , or if they should change clinics.
Now just because the IVF cycle has
failed does not mean your doctor is incompetent or that you should automatically
start hunting for a new doctor. Changing doctors is never easy. You have an
emotional relationship with your doctor and he understands your medical
problems. Going through the hassle of finding a new clinic and starting all
over again can appear to be quite a daunting exercise. However, because
changing clinics can be a time consuming and painful procedure, a lot of patients
will mindlessly continue doing cycle after cycle in the same IVF clinic , even
though they're not happy with the doctor or the care they are receiving.
Neither of these approaches is
acceptable . There is no need to change your doctor just because one cycle
fails , provided you are happy with your doctor; and he is accessible; empathetic;
and shares information with you . On the
other hand, if you're not happy with your doctor, it’s stupid to stick with him
just because he has your medical records !
When should you consider changing IVF
clinics ? There are a number of red flags which signal you may be getting poor
care.
1.
If
the doctor does not have time to answer your questions and you feel abandoned
when the cycle fails
2.
If
the doctor starts pushing you to consider using donor eggs or donor embryos or
surrogacy without a good reason
3.
If
the doctor does not give you photos of your embryos
4.
If
the doctor refuses to sit down with you to analyse the possible reasons for failure
; and the only answer you get is – We did our best. The rest is in God’s hands.
If
your cycle has failed, you should always get a second opinion from an IVF
specialist, to make sure you are on the right track. This is a simple, low-cost
option, which should be routine after an IVF failure.
Has
your IVF cycle failed ? I am happy to provide a free second opinion ! Please send me your medical details by filling in the
form at http://www.drmalpani.com/malpaniform.htm
so I can guide you better ?
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