what is iui treatment

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves placing specially prepared sperm directly into the uterus to improve the chances of pregnancy. The procedure is also known as artificial insemination and is often used as a first treatment for unexplained infertility. IUI can be timed with a persons menstrual cycle, and fertility medications such as Clomid may be used to stimulate ovulation. During the procedure, a thin, flexible tube is inserted through the cervix into the uterus, and a small syringe is used to insert the sperm through the tube directly into the uterus. IUI can be helpful for couples experiencing infertility due to medical conditions, unexplained infertility, same-sex female couples using donor sperm, and single women wishing to start a family with donor sperm. The success of IUI varies depending on the underlying cause of infertility, and it works best in people with unexplained infertility, cervical mucus issues, or issues with ejaculation.