Visit us on:

Facebook
Twitter
YouTube Channel
Google Maps

Patient Community Portal

Questions and Answers

Questions and Answer Forum.  Read in-depth frequently asked questions, here, submitted by infertility patients and individuals with an interest in infertility and answered by our expert medical staff. If you don’t see your question in the list, submit it to us.

Here are examples of the most frequently asked questions and answers about infertility as submitted by readers of this website, just like you!

  • Question

    Do I need a referral to come to the Kelowna Regional Fertility Centre?

    Answer

    Discussion with your primary care physician as a first step is always encouraged.  If it is appropriate to your care they will provide you with a requisition for the Kelowna Regional Fertility Centre.  However, self referral is also an option and Kelowna Regional Fertility Centre can book an initial consult with you directly.

  • Question

    How successful are fertility treatments?

    Answer

    Individual treatment success varies depending on the severity of the challenge, age and other factors. Open and honest dialogue with your primary care physician or fertility specialist will provide you with a better idea of the risk and benefits and what the liklihood of success versus failure may be.

  • Question

    How do I know if I am infertile?

    Answer

    Often there are no outward signs.  Click here to take a quick quiz to learn if you may be at risk.

  • Question

    Is it worth having a second IVF cycle after 3 attempts from the first one on a women over age 35?

    Answer

    Multiple IVF cycles can certainly be very stressful and challenging. However, we do still see many patients successfully conceive even after 3 previous embryo transfers. The overall chances of a pregnancy are dependent on the age of the woman and the underlying diagnosis. It is also very helpful to review the details from the 1st IVF cycle because there may be useful information to share. Although you had a miscarriage, we can feel encouraged that implantation did occur and this increases the odds that it may happen again. Remember that a visit with me to discuss the specifics of your history does not cost you anything – it is covered by health care!

  • Question

    What are the odds for a women over age 35 to conceive with IVF, who has had kids in the past, but has had a tubal ligation performed.

    Answer

    The pregnancy rates with IVF will differ significantly depending on the exact age of the woman and additional factors in a couple’s history. They may range from 30% (age 39-40) to 50% (age 35-37) chance of pregnancy with the initial treatment cycle. Please feel free to arrange a consultation so you can discuss the options for your specific situation. This visit will be covered by MSP.

  • Question

    We’re a couple in our late 30's are we able to use IVF, or is it too late? I had a tubal 15 yrs ago.

    Answer

    It is certainly not too late to consider IVF. Although a woman’s age has a significant impact on her fertility, many couples do conceive especially if they are otherwise healthy and have proven past fertility. There are many factors that can affect your chances of success and further testing may help you to make a decision. Please feel free to arrange a consultation so you can discuss the options for your specific situation. This visit will be covered by MSP.