What are some of the main medical treatments for infertility?

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    Medical treatments for unexplained infertility may include ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination, injectable hormones, in vitro fertilization, and surgery to address anatomical issues. These treatments are tailored to the specific causes of infertility for each individual.

    Medical treatment for “unexplained” infertility can include induction of ovulation with medications, intrauterine insemination (IUI), or the two treatments together. IUI involves removing chemicals from semen that may slow the movement of the sperm and physically placing the sperm into the uterus with a catheter. Other infertility treatments include injectable ovulation hormones, in vitro fertilization (sperm and egg fertilization is done in a test tube and then delivered into the uterus for implantation), surgery to fix anatomical blockages and irregularities, and other methods. Treatments for individuals are usually specific to the factors causing infertility and vary from person to person.[1]