Infertility

Question: Infertility???? My husband and i have been trying to conceive for a pretty long time now and i was wondering if they have any type of insurance for just infertlity..I live in New Mexico... Any help would be greatly appreciated... I would also like to know whether discounts would be better than regular health insurance see i have both insurance and this dicsounts thing for dental, health, infertility, vision( you get cards and all) though they don't call themselves an insurance place??? Anybody have discount instead of insurance and is it better

Answer: I am not aware of any such insurance. Alot of traditional major medical plans have exclusions for fertility treatments. You might look into a mini-med/indemnity plan/modified health plan where they pay preset amounts for certain medical costs. They will not provide a lot of benefits but you will at least have some coverage. Discount cards do not typically provide as much coverage as major medical plans. IN every case I have seen traditional insurance coverage is better. Just make sure you read the plan document and view the exclusions before purchasing coverage.

Question: I read that infertility treatment can be deducted from taxes? My husband is going to have a vasectomy reversal and my question is, can it, as infertility treatment, be deducted from taxes? At least part of it? Some websites compared it to the medical procedure to correct one's disability (to have children) and such, I understood, are deductible. Do medical expenses have to be 7.5 % Gross Annual Income to be tax-deductible?

Answer: Fertility Enhancement You can include in medical expenses the cost of the following procedures to overcome an inability to have children. Procedures such as in vitro fertilization (including temporary storage of eggs or sperm). Surgery, including an operation to reverse prior surgery that prevented the person operated on from having children. How Much of the Expenses Can You Deduct? You can deduct only the amount of your medical and dental expenses that is more than 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (Form 1040, line 38).

Question: What article about infertility would you like to read? I'm looking for topics that are of interest. So far I've written about holidays & infertility, coping with infertility, surviving the 2-week-wait, and tips for parents of children who are coping with infertility. Any ideas?

Answer: I would really love something that would compare and contrast going through the rigorous infertility treatments, waiting, and wondering with adoption.

Question: What are some causes of infertility in men and women and are they treatable? Just looking at the different things people might think can casue infertility and wether or not they know if it's treatable. And if you read an answer that you know isn't correct PLEASE let us know and give us some sources to rely on in case WE PANIC! I don't want a bunch of people freaking out or thinkin they'll never have babies!

Answer: Honestly Smoking and stress can both be a factor if you smoke both of you should stop if your both under stress (which u probably are worrying about infertility) then try to relax!

Question: How long is the process for infertility testing before the doctor start treatment? I have infertility issue(s), one which is most obvious is that I do not ovulate. I did some lab work incl glucose and everything came back negative. Now I will do a ultrasound. I just want to know how long is this process going to be or a general idea from experiences. Thanks

Answer: This will vary depending on your Specialist and what tests they feel are needed. They also take into account how long you have been trying and your age. My partner and I were trying for 12 months, Im 30 his 36 after about 2 months of tests our specialist put me on clomid to help things along after 5 months of clomid we just found out were pregnant!!!!! No matter how long your tested poked and prodded it is all worth it when you get that positive result. Good luck x o x o

Question: What are some name ideas for an infertility charity? I am planning on starting a charity for infertile women that will help raise money for women trying to conceive their first child. I myself have struggled with infertility for 8 years and the cost is just outrageous. My goal is to help other women who cannot afford the treatment. Thanks in advance!!!! DeAnna

Answer: I think this is a fantastic idea and I really hope it works out for you. I also know the pain and financial difficulty of ttc for a long time. I'm surprised no one has thought of this earlier. I cant think of any names but if I do i'll let u know. I just wanted to let you know how great and much appreciated your idea woud be. If you need any other help i'm in. you can email me at grovesy23@yahoo.com. Good luck with your idea and ttc

Question: If testicles are exposed to bleach will infertility follow? A good friend of mine had poison ivy on his inner thighs and testicles. He unfortunately treated the open sores and the entire area with straight bleach not diluted with water. He left the bleach on for about 15 minutes before washing it off. (as you can imagine it was very painful) The poison ivy did clear up, but is there a chance he might suffer from infertility?

Answer: Yes there is a chance - hopefully for all of us - that he will suffer from infertility. However, it may not be because of the bleach.

Question: Is it true that infertility issues start at 27? I had a rude mom on here tell me that if I waited too much longer (I am 26) to have a kid I would wind up with infertility issues because it starts at 27!?! I really think she is wrong, but now I am worried! What do you think? Have you read any research?

Answer: Fertility issues can start earlier than 27. Age-related infertility could be said to start at 27 because that's when fertility starts declining, but that doesn't mean that anyone over the age of 27 will necessarily have problems. I wouldn't worry too much. There is a lot of misinformation that gets spread and people can be really rude sometimes.

Question: How do I find out about infertility studies that I can participate in, in my area? Any advice on where and how to find some kind of infertility studies that are for women ttc that I could possibly participate in, in my area? I searched the web, but can't find a thing.

Answer: http://www.fertilitylifelines.com/paying… http://www.havingbabies.com/clinical-stu… These sites have some information about fertility studies.

Question: Which of the following treatments for infertility involves the injection of sperm into the womb? Which of the following treatments for infertility involves the injection of sperm into the womb? A. Gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) B. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) C. In-vitro fertilization (IVF) D. Endometriosis E. Intra-uterine insemination (IUI)

Answer: e. intra-uterine insemination