<h3>Fertility treatment checklist (English)</h3> <p><strong>Phase 1: Diagnostic testing</strong></p> <ul> <li>Intake appointment visit</li> <li>Menstrual cycle day 2 or 3 hormone blood test</li> <li>HyFoSy (between menstrual cycle days 8 and 10)</li> <li>Hysteroscopy (between menstrual cycle days 8 and 10)</li> <li>Sperm analysis</li> </ul> <p><strong>Phase 2: Treatment plan and Counseling</strong></p> <ul> <li>Treatment plan and counseling appointment visit</li> </ul> <p><strong>Phase 3: Treatment preparation</strong></p> <ul> <li>Treatment contracts</li> <li>Medical file hospital discussion</li> <li>Send an email or call on the first day of your treatment</li> </ul> <p>This will vary according to your specific needs</p>

<p>How to prepare for a Hysteroscopy procedure.</p> <p>What is it? Hysteroscopy is an outpatient procedure that visually examines the uterine cavity and provides tissue for the microscopic examination of the lining of the uterine cavity.</p> <p>How is it performed? It is usually performed in the office and without anesthesia. First, fluid gently distends the uterine cavity. Next, a camera is introduced. Finally, a small amount of tissue is removed.</p> <p>How long does it take? The actual procedure takes about 15 minutes.</p> <p>How to schedule? Please contact the office via email or phone call to schedule.</p> <p>How do you prepare for a hysteroscopy? Hysteroscopy is best done after your menstrual period and before ovulation. We can help you with the planning</p> <ol> <li>A pain killer (like 600mg of ibuprofen OR 1000mg of paracetamol) may be taken 30 minutes before the procedure.</li> <li>Dress in loose comfortable clothing. We will provide you with sanitary pads which you may need for possible watery/bloody discharge after the procedure.</li> <li>During the procedure, take a deep breath and relax.</li> <li>You may return to work afterward.</li> <li>Avoid a bath, tampon, or sexual intercourse 24 hours following the procedure.</li> </ol>

<h3>How to Prepare for a Sperm Analysis Test</h3> <p>A sperm test is an imperfect microscopic examination of the sperm cells. The quality of the sample, the number, motility, and morphology of the sperm cells are also examined.</p> <p>Before the test:</p> <ul> <li>Schedule during the lightest part of your week</li> <li>Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and marijuana use within 5 days of your appointment</li> <li>You should cancel if you have the flu or COVID infection within 5 days of your appointment</li> <li>Avoid sexual intercourse or masturbation within 3 days of your appointment but not longer than 5 days before your appointment. If not, the results of your test will be negatively affected</li> <li>Make sure you have 2 sample containers. The second is back-up</li> <li>Make sure you also have a lab form</li> </ul> <p>Scheduling an appointment:<br /> This can be done at any lab or hospital including:<br /> Saint Luc: Tél: +32 2 764 41 19, Route 180</p> <p>After the test:</p> <ul> <li>Full test results will be available 14 days after the test</li> <li>Please contact me for results</li> <li>If abnormal, a second test is recommended 4 weeks after the first one</li> <li>If normal no further testing is required</li> </ul>

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<h3>Why egg freezing?</h3> <p>For many women, myself included, evolution does not align with our professional goals. When we are ready to take on childbearing, our ovaries are ready to start to winding down. Egg freezing allows the use of ovarian eggs at their peak quality. Egg freezing is also beneficial to women undergoing cancer treatment</p> <p>What is it?<br /> First, the ovary is stimulated using hormone injections. Then eggs are retrieved from the ovaries. Finally, the eggs are frozen until you are ready to use them.</p> <p>Fertility treatment checklist (English)</p> <p><img class="wp-image-3715 size-full alignnone" src="https://www.drmilienwoye.be/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-07-24-hh-39-35-000150.png" alt="" width="749" height="348" /></p> <p>This will vary according to your specific needs</p> <p> </p>

<h3>How to prepare for a HyFoSy procedure.</h3> <p>Why do you need a HyFoSy?<br /> This is an important part of determining the cause of infertility.<br /> It is used to diagnose blocked (fallopian) tube(s). It can also diagnose an abnormal uterine<br /> cavity.</p> <p>Is this procedure painful?<br /> No. It is a 2C)-minute office painless procedure that does not require anesthesia<br /> It involves filling the uterine cavity with a foamy solution and then observing with ultrasound the<br /> exit of foamy liquid through the tubes.</p> <p>When will I know the results?<br /> The results are instant. You will know if you have a normal uterine cavity and normal (fallopian)<br /> tubes.</p> <p>How do I book an appointment?<br /> Click the Contact Us button or call us at 024450750</p> <p>How do you prepare for a HyFoSy?<br /> HyFoSy is best done <strong>after your menstrual period and before ovulation.</strong> We can help you<br /> with the planning.<br /> l. An antibiotic and a pain killer (like 600mg of ibuprofen OR 1000mg of paracetamol) is<br /> taken 30 minutes before the procedure.<br /> 2. Dress in loose comfortable clothing. We will provide you with sanitary pads which you<br /> may need for possible watery/bloody discharge after the procedure.<br /> 3. During the procedure, take a deep breath and relax.<br /> 4. You may return to work afterward.<br /> 5. Avoid a bath, tampon, or sexual intercourse 24 hours following the procedure.</p>