Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)....A difficult decision Amongst my many thoughts about PGD is if getting rid of an embryo because it is not perfect is fair.....???? I see a picture like the one above and my heart just melts......!!!!
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What is Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) ...further discussion... PGD involves fertilizing the egg with sperm and testing the embryos to confirm if they are free of Sickle Cell..or any other genetic condition. If they are free of Sickle Cell, they are inserted into the mother's womb, but if they are Sickle Cell positive, the embryos are disposed.... Part of 1 discussion here (http://www.myectopicandbeyond.com/2016/01/what-is-pre-genetic-diagnosis-and-why.html) Some people regard the disposing of affected embryos as equal to having an ABORTION!!!...Is this a fair conclusion? Is it better to bring children to this world knowing they could be exposed to undue suffering??? And if we take matters into our own hands to terminate if possible, Are we Playing GOD???? It may be easy to state that couples that know they have AS genotype should just not get married or should not procreate together....But what about people with an inheritabl
What is Pre-Genetic Diagnosis and why the controversy?? Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) enables people with an inheritable condition in their family to avoid passing it on to their children. It involves checking the genes and/or chromosomes of embryos created through IVF. Is PGD for me? Your specialist may recommend PGD if: you have ended previous pregnancies because of a serious genetic condition such as Sickel Cell. you already have a child with a serious genetic condition you have a family history of a serious genetic condition, or you have a family history of chromosome problems. PGD will be helpful to couples who both carry the AS Genotype. In Nigeria, many people opt to inquire about gentotype at the onset of meeting someone they might intend to date. Knowing early on will enable a person with AS gentoype to opt not to date anyone with the same Genotype. I have read and heard questions such as these stated below: * "isnt it be
NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS. ...Weight..Ivf / Natural. ? Christmas was great hanging with family and friends...Had my niece's and nephews visit me and totally loved it....Cooked a big Christmas lunch with Turkey and the full works....! Was so proud of myself..I must say thanks to pinterest and Google....Both rock! !!! So after Christmas, DH and I went to Dubai...my first time there....I must say I was definitely sold...The malls were amazing (of cos I went shopping )...the tourist attractions were lovely...the desert excursions and Newyears eve parties went so on point....Unfortunately, there was a fire downtown at a major hotel...😠......!!! The fireworks show still went on which was welcomed by all the tourists who had come from new and afar. ....!!!! The interesting thing about Dubai is that there were so many Nigerians visiting and it almost seemed like I was in Nigeria.....!!! I saw fellow Nigerians in the malls, hotels and it just seemed like a memo has been s
What does IVF Process entail????? I have been considering what IVF actually requires and what the process includes...What drugs will be given to me if I opted for it...Below is some information that I came across that summarizes the IVF process... *********************************************************************** The IVF process involves: Stimulating multiple follicles and eggs to develop Egg retrieval to get the eggs Fertilizing the eggs in the laboratory Embryo transfer to the uterus The process of invitro fertilization - how is IVF done? Basic screening tests are performed on both partners at all IVF clinics Prior to starting IVF process, some testing of "ovarian reserve" should be done on the female prior to starting the injections. The day 3 FSH and AMH blood testing as well as antral follicle counts is used for this purpose. These tests help predict how well the ovaries will respond to t