FAQ
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A: Every couple is different and we tailor the appropriate course of therapy for their situation.
A: Yes, Dr. Ziegler is available for free phone consultations for any new or curious patient. Call during business hours and if he isn't available he'll return your call to discuss infertility diagnosis and treatment.
A: There are many treatable causes for male infertility. Dr. Ziegler begins with taking a complete history and evaluate the hormones that stimulate sperm production. Pending these results, he may recommend him seeing a urologist or begin medication to improve his condition.
Intrauterine inseminations and
In Vitro Fertilization are available for sperm problems that can not be improved.
A: Not at all. In fact, women are having babies at older ages than ever before. But if you've been trying to conceive unsuccessfully for 6 months, or have experienced several miscarriages, Dr. Ziegler may be able to help you carry and deliver a child successfully.
A: As a women gets older her ovaries do not function normal. Dr. Ziegler can
evaluate your ovarian function to determine if infertility treatment would be beneficial.
A: Dr. Ziegler would review your old records and discuss with you your fertility options.
A: Couples with multiple pregnancy losses in many cases have treatable conditions. The evaluation would consist of evaluating the couple for these problems and treat them accordingly.
A: Fertility treatments can be expensive, but different choices carry different costs and some will of course be more affordable to you than others. Generally,
IVF is the most expensive option.
The choice to begin infertility treatments is a difficult choice and until insurance companies offer more support for infertility treatments, money may certainly be a factor in your decision.
Our office can offer you direct quotes for some of our services.
A: One termination does not seem to effect fertility. If someone has multiple termination then this could be an issue if scar tissue forms in the uterus. We can perform a special X-ray to evaluate the uterus for scar tissue.
A: Two treatment options are available: a
tubal reversal, which is a surgical procedure to reconnect the fallopian tubes, or
in vitro fertilization.
With either process, initial testing is required in order to determine which treatment is appropriate. Dr. Ziegler will discuss with you both processes and any needed evaluations.