In short: Not every woman with endometriosis needs IVF; many conceive naturally or with simpler treatments. But when the extent of the disease, age, ovarian reserve, the condition of the tubes and the partner’s sperm are considered together, IVF can be the most effective option for some couples. Here I explain how endometriosis affects fertility and when IVF comes into…
In short: The earliest hint of pregnancy is often a missed period, but nausea, breast tenderness and fatigue can also appear early on. Symptoms differ from woman to woman. The most reliable way to confirm a pregnancy is a blood (beta hCG) test. Below I explain the first signs, the right time to test, and the steps to take after…
Does PCOS always mean IVF? Learn when IVF is needed, how overstimulation risk is managed and why frozen transfer is often used. By Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan.
Do blocked tubes always mean IVF? Learn about hydrosalpinx, HSG testing and how IVF bypasses tubal damage. Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan explains.
In short: Most couples considering IVF ask the same question: how long does the whole process actually take, and what happens each week? This article walks through the timeline from your first appointment to the pregnancy test, day by day. How long does IVF take overall? Once your preparation tests are complete and there’s no additional obstacle, a single IVF…
In brief: Almost every couple approaching transfer day asks the same thing: “Should we transfer one embryo or two?” Many assume two embryos double the odds. They don’t. This article answers one question: how many embryos should be transferred in IVF, and what should that decision be based on? Two embryos do not double your chances An embryo’s chance of…
In short: For couples considering treatment abroad, the first question is usually not price but safety. This article answers one question: what rules govern IVF in Turkey, who inspects the clinics, and what can you as a patient actually rely on? IVF in Turkey is not an unregulated field In Turkey, IVF is not left to the preference of an…
In short: The outcome of IVF is not decided only in the laboratory. The two to three months before treatment matter too. This article answers a single question: which preparation steps genuinely improve your chances, and which ones only add unnecessary worry? Why does preparation take two to three months? It takes roughly three months for an egg to travel…
Who needs IVF genetic testing (PGT-A, PGT-M, NGS)? Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan explains which couples benefit and who doesn’t need it, in plain language.
Is a fresh or frozen embryo transfer (FET) more successful? Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan explains both options and who each one suits, in plain language.